Synopsis

A Korean filmmaker living alone in New York happens to meet an American woman, Annie. Annie was sexually abused as a child, subsequently turned to prostitution and later to heroin addiction from which she contracted AIDS. She robbed a bank to support her habit and served prison time. Now out of prison, and drug free, she still has to live with AIDS, but seems remarkably happy - at times, radiantly joyful - simply to be alive. The filmmaker learns that Annie is the same age as her older sister who is suffering Parkinson’s disease in Korea and begins developing a strong bond with Annie. These two women from very different backgrounds begin to share their solitary lives, and with the help of a rescued cat, begin opening up to each other.

 

Director's Statement

I didn’t originally have a plan to make a feature-length film about Annie. I just recorded my lonely days in New York and Annie happened to be there as my special friend who has such a big heart despite her illness and terrible experience. Spending time with her encouraged me a lot in many ways and I wanted to share these little happy memories with other people too.

 

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