About the Film
Director
Yu-Jin Lee
Country
South Korea
Year
2025
Program
Curated by
Description
Manok, the owner of what used to be an iconic lesbian bar in Seoul, hits rock bottom when her mother dies and her bar gets squeezed out by a younger queer scene. Disappointed by her partner and the queer community she once helped build, she returns to her rural home village, only to face prejudice and rejection – and her homophobic ex-husband, who happens to be the mayor. When she finds out that his term is coming to an end, Manok launches an impulsive counter-campaign, driven by defiance, humour and heart. Experienced Korean actress Yang Mal-bok brings a captivating presence to the role, portraying a self-assured queer mentor in Manok, who struggles with ageing and her own resilience. As secrets come to light and tensions rise, Manok must decide: should she fight for her personal rehabilitation or for a community that is reluctant to change?Instead of focusing on the conflicts, Manok takes a humorous, romantic and utopian look at solidarity within the queer community. Whether cis or trans, young or old, rural or urban, Yu-Jin Lee’s feature film debut celebrates intergenerational solidarity and the transformative power of queer chosen family. A fearless, funny and moving comedy about community and standing firm in times of change.
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