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201692 minPGdocumentary

Dear Grandma

201692 minPGdocumentary

At 93 years old, a grandmother attempts suicide, prompting her family to spend time together to create a warmer farewell.

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At 93 years old, a grandmother attempts suicide, prompting her family to spend time together to create a warmer farewell.

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Lee So-hyundirector

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A 93-year-old woman faces a critical moment in her life after a suicide attempt. Her family member spends time with her, seeking to create a warm and meaningful farewell. The documentary captures their shared moments, reflecting on life, love, and the inevitability of loss. Set against the backdrop of their relationship, the film presents a raw look at aging and the emotional challenges that come with it. "Dear Grandma" runs for 92 minutes and was released in 2016.

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