Sleeping Alone

A middle-aged woman, grappling with the mundane realities of her life and a strained relationship with her husband, finds solace and a renewed sense of self through an unexpected encounter. As she navigates this new connection, she begins to re-evaluate her choices and desires, leading her on a journey of personal discovery.

'Sleeping Alone' has been met with a mixed but generally positive reception, with critics praising its nuanced portrayal of female desire and the lead performances, while some found the pacing occasionally slow.

• Praised for its sensitive exploration of middle-aged female loneliness and desire.

• The performances, particularly from Kim Seo-hyung, are highlighted as compelling.

• Some reviews noted a deliberate, perhaps too slow, pacing in parts.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's limited release, but initial reactions tend to focus on the emotional depth and relatable struggle of the protagonist.

Director Lee Kyung-mi is known for her critically acclaimed films like 'The Truth Beneath' and 'Miss Baek', and 'Sleeping Alone' marks another exploration of complex female characters in her filmography.