Where is My Son?

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Giseon Kwon has lived a very long life—more than nine decades. In her younger years, she raised a family, became a widow, gardened, smoked two packs a week, and wrote poetry. Now, as her memories fade and she has reached the conclusion that “life is too long,” her son JunKyo Lee selflessly returns home from his job in the city to care for her in her final days. As they take walks, survey nature, bicker, and share meals, a loving and rich filial dynamic gracefully unfolds. Director Chai-Min Ahn’s camera catches everything with clarity and ease, underscoring both the beauty and tragedy of lives winding to a close and family stories continuing on. As Giseon’s strength falters, JunKyo remains by her side. Reflecting on her ninety-five years, Giseon remarks, “Human life is tenacious.” So, it seems, is a child’s love.  WFM

Director

Chai-Min Ahn

Producer

Kyu-Hag Song

Editors

Jin-Sik Hyun, Hyo-Min Jin

Cinematographers

Chai-Min Ahn, Yen-Taek Seo, Tae-Gon Kim

Release Year

2013

Festival Year

2014

Country

South Korea

Run Time

52 minutes

Subtitled

Yes

Premiere

North American Premiere