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201676 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Family Dynamics

See-Saw

201676 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

A man receives a retina donation that connects him with another father during a trip to Jeju Island, where they share personal stories and experiences.

Family Dynamics

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A man receives a retina donation that connects him with another father during a trip to Jeju Island, where they share personal stories and experiences.

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Koh Hee-youngdirector

Lee Yong-gyuwriter

Lee Seung-hee

Lee Seung-heewriter

Lee Dong-woocast

Im Jae-shincast

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On Jeju Island, Lee Dong-woo receives life-changing news about a retina donation. The donor, a man who cannot move and has limited vision, connects with Lee through their shared roles as fathers and providers. As they share personal stories, their bond deepens, illustrating the value of friendship during difficult times. Directed by Koh Hee-young, See-Saw runs for 76 minutes and was released in 2016.

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