Where the Sea Disappears
Director & Writer
“ Best Student Film, Tokyo International Short Film Festival, 2021”
“Best Director, FullShot Cine Mag Fest 2021”
“Finalist, New York Tri-State International Film Festival 2021”
“Honorable Mention, Roma Short Film Festival 2021”
2021 / South Korea & USA / 32min 43
A young mixed-race couple navigate their cultural differences as they attempt to lead a happy married life. As an immigrant who longs for her hometown, the Korean protagonist’s life slowly unravels when she encounters the scent of oysters that reminds her of home.
KEY CREDIT
Director: Hae Seoung Kim
Writers: Hae Seoung Kim,
Lanre Olateru-Olagbegi JR
Producers: Dae Han Kim, Da In Lee,
Giulia Capello Aguiar
Cinematographers: Yun Tae Go, Leo Zhang
Main Cast: Mikyung Cha, Anna Kim