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After a four-year absence, a young woman returns to Daegu, South Korea, determined to end the family conflicts that marked her childhood. The family members have always inflicted pain on one another, unable to live together peacefully. Despite their attempts at reconciliation, the wounds of the past remain raw. Through her conversations with her parents, she uncovers a cycle of violence rooted in generations. She then realizes that she is the only one who can break this spiral. “This story is both personal and universal. I found the courage to confront my own family through this journey, and as a filmmaker, I wanted to highlight the impact of intergenerational domestic violence. The process of learning, understanding, and mutual comprehension is not easy for anyone.” So I decided to make this film to offer comfort to those experiencing similar situations, reminding them that it's normal. – Park Huiju