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THE THINGS WE LOVED

THE THINGS WE LOVED

THE THINGS WE LOVED

Experimental, Short, Web / New Media,

Korea, Republic of

2024

Runtime, min

7

Synopsis: "The Things We Loved“ A woman, while preparing to move, stumbles upon an old, dusty box in the attic. She has no recollection of this box, and its contents pique her curiosity. As she opens it, she discovers items from her past that she had long forgotten. The first item she finds is an old keychain. As she holds it, memories of a childhood friend and a cherished promise come flooding back. In the rush of everyday life, she had let these warm memories fade, and now, the realization that this friend is no longer around fills her with a deep sense of sorrow and longing. Next, she uncovers a crumpled letter. The letter contains a final, heartfelt message from someone she once knew but had since forgotten. As she reads, she is overwhelmed with shock and regret, and the letter compels her to reflect on the relationships she has lost and the moments she has overlooked in her life. The content of the letter reveals a profound truth, pushing her to reconcile with her past emotions and the unresolved feelings she had buried. Yet, the mystery of who sent this box and why remains unsolved. While the items in the box are clearly connected to her memories, the identity and intention of the sender are still shrouded in mystery. Determined to uncover the truth, she begins to piece together the clues, revisiting memories and the connections she once held dear. In the box's depths, she finds a faded photograph and a small candle. The photograph shows her with someone she had lost touch with long ago, someone who had meant a great deal to her. As she lights the candle, she finally understands the last request of the person in the photo and realizes that this box was a final gesture—a message that was meant to reconnect her with her past and help her find peace. Through this revelation, she decides to reconcile with her past and make an effort to restore the relationships she had neglected. Holding the lit candle, she walks towards the door. As she opens it, bright light floods into the room. She steps into the light, symbolizing her resolve to embrace a new beginning. The film concludes with this image, leaving the audience with a message of hope, courage, and the power of reconciliation.

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Selections and Awards:

CineTech Future Fest Best Visual Effects Poland FFTG Awards New York OFFICIAL SELECTION United States Cine Paris Film Festival Paris Best first time director, short documentary France New York International Films Infest Festival US NYCIFIF New York OFFICIAL SELECTION United States New York
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