‘Possible Love’ Review: Lee Chang -dong’s South Korean International Oscar Entry Is Powerful Story Of Class And Desire – Venice Film Festival
In some ways Lee Chang-dong’s first film in 8 years, Possible Love (original title: Ganeunghan sarang) which is South Korea’s official entry into the International Film Oscar race and premiered in competition at the Venice Film Festival today, might remind you of the class divide in Bong Joon Ho’s Oscar winning Parasite which set the […]
"Possible Love" by Lee Chang-dong, premiering at the Venice Film Festival, streaming on Netflix, is a delicate drama examining how to navigate life after losing one's livelihood. Premiering at the Venice Film Festival and hitting theaters on October 23, 2021, "Possible Love" explores the complexities of human relationships, especially in a world of economic uncertainty.
The film opens with a funeral, where the family of Ho-seok (Sul Kyung-gu), a former employee of SP, a large corporation, gathers. Mi-ok (Jeon Do-yeon) worries about her appearance, while Ho-seok grapples with despair. As the plot unfolds, Mi-ok encounters Sang-woo (Zo In-sung), a handsome stranger, leading to a friendship between Mi-ok and Sang-woo as well as a bond of sisterhood between Ye-ji (Cho Yeo-jeong) and Mi-ok.
Possible Love delves into the intricacies of human desires and the moral dilemmas that arise in personal relationships. It highlights the struggle of maintaining basic needs amidst wealth disparities and emphasizes the importance of emotional support during challenging times.
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