Homerun

A young boy, Sang-woo, is sent to live with his deaf grandmother in the countryside when his mother faces financial difficulties. Initially resentful of his new surroundings and his grandmother's disability, Sang-woo struggles to adapt. Over time, through a series of poignant interactions and shared experiences, he begins to understand and appreciate his grandmother's unconditional love and resilience.

Homerun was a critically acclaimed film, praised for its touching portrayal of the relationship between a grandson and his grandmother. It resonated deeply with audiences for its emotional honesty and realistic depiction of rural life and family bonds.

• Deeply moving and heartwarming story about family love and intergenerational connection.

• A powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and understanding, especially towards the elderly.

• Praised for its strong performances, particularly from the young lead and the grandmother character.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's ability to evoke strong emotions and its realistic portrayal of familial relationships, with many commending its simple yet profound storytelling.

Won Best Film and Best Screenplay at the Grand Bell Awards (South Korea), and received positive mentions at international film festivals.

The film's director, Lee Jung-hyang, was inspired to write the screenplay after witnessing the bond between her own grandmother and a child.