🎭 Han Gong‑ju (한공주), directed by Lee Su‑jin in his debut film, is a powerful Korean crime drama based on a real incident. Following a devastating event in her hometown, high school student Gong‑ju (Chun Woo‑hee) relocates and tries to rebuild her life under a new identity. Living with her former teacher’s mother, she navigates trauma, loneliness, and societal judgment—until the echoes of her past return in unexpected ways.
🏆 Critically acclaimed: winner of the Tiger Award at the Rotterdam International Film Festival, plus multiple Best Actress and Best New Director awards at Blue Dragon, Baeksang, and Korean Film Critics events. Chun Woo‑hee received wide recognition for her heartbreaking performance.
🎬 Available now: streaming free with English subtitles on Plex, Roku Channel, Tubi, Hoopla and more.
✔️ Genre: Crime | Drama | Social Issues ✔️ Language: Korean (English Subtitles) ✔️ Runtime: 112 minutes ✔️ Streaming: Free with Ads | Full-Length Feature
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💥 Why Watch “Han Gong‑ju”?
A gut-punching character drama rooted in real social trauma
Chun Woo‑hee delivers a career-defining performance as a survivor rebuilding her sense of self
Expert direction by Lee Su‑jin, focusing on the life after trauma rather than the incident itself
International festival favorite and award winner, even from its Cannes, Busan, and Rotterdam appearances
