Past Lives

8.8 (210,000 ratings)

What if fate let childhood sweethearts meet again?

Separated childhood friends Nora and Hae Sung reunite in New York decades later, contemplating the Korean concept of inyeon—connection across lives. Their reunion tests the futures they built apart.

Creative team

Director(s): Celine Song
Writer(s): Celine Song
Cast:
- Greta Lee — Nora
- Teo Yoo — Hae Sung
- John Magaro — Arthur

Highlights & awards

Awards:96th Academy Awards - Best Picture Nominee
Highlights:
- Bridge-side confessions
- Intimate bar conversation
- Taxi ride goodbye
Themes: Self-identity / Life choices / Nostalgia
Content warnings: Emotional conflict