A New Leaf
Kim Seok Joo (Kim Myung Min) is a cold, calculating lawyer who is vying to become successful at all costs. After a fateful accident causes him to lose his memory, Kim Seok Joo must rediscover who he is as a person and choose whether he will fight for justice or fall back into his old ways. Before the accident, he was engaged to the only grandchild of a wealthy family, Yoo Jung Sun (Chae Jung Ahn), but with no memory of her, he begins to fall for Lee Ji Yoon (Park Min Young), an idealistic intern at his law firm. As he regains his memories, will his heart choose new love or old greed?
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Plot Summary
The film follows the life of a woman struggling with societal expectations and personal identity. She navigates complex relationships and confronts her past as she seeks a path toward self-discovery and acceptance. The narrative explores themes of memory, loss, and the search for meaning in a changing world.
Critical Reception
Sohrab Shahid Saless's final film received a muted reception, often seen as a somber and introspective work. Critics noted its slow pace and contemplative nature, which may have polarized audiences. It is considered a contemplative piece in Saless's oeuvre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its quiet intensity and emotional depth.
- Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and lack of conventional narrative.
- Considered a mature and reflective work by a seasoned director.
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Fun Fact
This film was the last work completed by acclaimed Iranian director Sohrab Shahid Saless before his death.
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