A South Korean drama about a woman named Mija who's having difficulty remembering the names of everyday objects. Mija enrols in a local poetry class but struggles to tap into the creative self that she believes is nesting within her. In her search for inspiration she visits locations that connect to a tragic event, directly affecting her decision making.
Veteran actress Jeong-hie Yun is amazing as the central character, evoking sympathy without compromising her dignity by venturing into mawkish waters. Likewise, Dir. Lee Chang-dong manages to get to the heart of the matter(s) whilst keeping a distanced objectivity throughout.
3½ floral wings out of 5
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