A Traveler's Needs
“When paths cross, souls discover each other.”
Drama
Iris, a woman abroad in Seoul, teaches French and English in an idiosyncratic fashion that allows her to pursue her own philosophical and personal interests. Through four encounters over a single day, Iris probes students and strangers for information about poetry, their own histories, and their relationship to their egos.
VIBE
A quietly contemplative and intellectually curious journey, this film unfurls with a gentle, observational rhythm. It feels like a series of philosophical conversations, probing the nuances of identity and human connection amidst an unfamiliar setting. Expect a thoughtful, dialogue-rich exploration of self and other, perfect for introspection.
contemplativephilosophicalobservationalquirkyreflectiveslow-burnminimalistdialogue-drivenobservational cinemaindependent arthouseself-discoveryphilosophyidentityhuman connectionintrospection
self-discoveryphilosophyideologyteacherrepetitionstudy abroadkorea
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