Past Lives (2023)

Storyline

Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrested apart after Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny.

Review

8.5

“This film masterfully explores the silent spaces between people, capturing the heartbreaking sincerity of lost love and choices made. It’s a deeply felt experience, but its understated approach may leave some viewers longing for more overt emotional engagement.”

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Recommended For

Anyone who appreciates introspective dramas about human connection, identity, and the roads not taken, and those who value nuanced performances and subtle storytelling.