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Drown
Dowoo runs an old motel – adjacent to a lake with thousands of Korean War victims at its bottom – as well as caring for his mother who has dementia. One wintry day she disappears without a trace. In her stead, a cute little dog appears. Everyone helps kind-hearted, somewhat shy Dowoo search for her. However, when his mother isn’t found, rumours arise that he may have killed her. Has he started having doubts himself? It doesn’t help that he swallowed her tranquillisers on the day she went missing, and can’t remember a thing.
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Plot Summary
A young man grapples with the profound grief and emptiness following the loss of his girlfriend. He finds himself adrift, haunted by memories and struggling to reconnect with the world around him. The film explores themes of loss, memory, and the arduous process of healing.
Critical Reception
Drown received critical acclaim for its emotional depth and powerful performances, particularly from its lead actor. It was praised as a poignant exploration of grief and its aftermath, resonating with audiences for its raw and honest portrayal of loss.
What Reviewers Say
A deeply moving and melancholic short film that effectively captures the pain of loss.
Kodi Smit-McPhee delivers a compelling performance that anchors the film's emotional weight.
Visually striking and thematically resonant, it's a powerful short that lingers long after viewing.
Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Drown' is not widely available through Google reviews, but critical reception highlights its impactful portrayal of grief.
Awards & Accolades
Screened at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2022, where it garnered significant attention.
Fun Fact
The film was inspired by the director's personal experiences with grief and loss.
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