Piljo

Description

In a quiet town in Japan, Lee Hyang-ja observes the ancestral rites of her husband's Zainichi Korean family. Her involvement highlights a concealed maternal history; her mother, Chun-ja, was separated from her birth mother at the age of seven and ultimately lost her identity. Hyang-ja's determination to uncover her grandmother's name leads her to South Korea, where she confronts a hidden truth about her family's past and the silence that has persisted through generations. The documentary sheds light on the impact of these familial connections and the traditions that bind them. As Hyang-ja delves deeper into her heritage, she also reflects on the broader implications of memory and identity within her family. The film, released in 2026, presents a nuanced examination of the legacies that shape personal histories.