Past Lives (2023) is a poignant romantic drama that explores the enduring connection between childhood friends Nora and Hae Sung. Separated when Nora’s family emigrates from South Korea to Canada, they reconnect years later through social media, rekindling their bond despite the vast distances and divergent paths their lives have taken.
As they navigate their complex feelings, the film delves into themes of destiny and the Korean concept of “In-Yun,” which suggests a predestined connection between people across lifetimes. Their reunion in New York prompts introspection about love, fate, and the choices that shape their lives, culminating in a heartfelt narrative about the intersections of past and present.
