# Hope (2013)

> After a devastating assault, a young South Korean girl and her family fight through trauma, institutional failure, and the difficult possibility of healing.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/146107

## Facts

- Runtime: 122 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Lee Joon-ik
- Cast: Sul Kyung-gu, Uhm Ji-won, Lee Re, Kim Sang-ho, Kim Hae-sook, Ra Mi-ran, Kwon Tae-won, Kang Shin-chul
- TMDB rating: 8.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3153634/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: extreme
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: harrowing, compassionate, heartfelt, reflective viewing, social issue film night

## Synopsis

A heartbreaking journey of resilience in the face of unimaginable trauma, showcasing the power of hope and family support.

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