We’re back with a new film review and this time we watched a classic!
‘Snow is on the Sea’ (2015), directed by Kim Jeong-Kwon, is a moving and beautifully tragic story about love, illness, and the fleeting beauty of life. The film follows Sun-Mi (Lee Young-Ah), a woman who has been battling Myelodysplastic syndrome, a blood disease, since childhood. Her condition, which kept her frequently hospitalized, led her to develop a deep appreciation for the world’s scents and the purity of snow. As an adult, Sun-Mi works as a perfumer, traveling to gather scents from flowers and spices. She meets Sang-Woo (Park Hae-Jin), an aquarium employee with a passion for animals and a gentle nature. The two fall in love, and despite the inevitable hardships that Sun-Mi’s illness brings, their bond deepens.
The film’s portrayal of Sun-Mi and Sang-Woo’s relationship is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Their love is tender and pure, yet underlined by the constant shadow of Sun-Mi’s ongoing illness, making their moments together all the more precious. The performances are exceptional, with Lee Young-Ah and Park Hae-Jin delivering raw, heartfelt portrayals of characters navigating love in the face of uncertainty. The cinematography and score add layers of emotional depth, allowing viewers to feel every joy and sorrow the characters experience.
Though the film is now a decade old, Snow is on the Sea remains a timeless exploration of life’s impermanence and the beauty that can still be found even in the most difficult of circumstances. Prepare for an emotional ride that will leave you in tears as you witness the enduring strength of love amidst illness.
Watch the trailer below.
