Poetry

In this poignant South Korean drama, an elderly woman named Mija, played by the talented Yoon Jeong-hee, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and artistic expression as she enrolls in a poetry class. As she grapples with the onset of Alzheimer’s disease, Mija finds herself confronting a harsh reality involving her grandson, which challenges her perception of beauty and morality. Directed by Lee Chang-dong, the film delicately explores themes of memory, guilt, and the power of art. It received critical acclaim and won the Best Screenplay Award at the Cannes Film Festival. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.