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202190 min12documentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Family Dynamics Disability Inclusion

Tiptoeing

202190 min12documentary

5.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A seven-year-old girl diagnosed with cerebral palsy walks on her toes, prompting her mother to reflect on their experiences and family dynamics.

Family Dynamics Disability Inclusion

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A seven-year-old girl diagnosed with cerebral palsy walks on her toes, prompting her mother to reflect on their experiences and family dynamics.

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Kwon Woo-jungdirector

Kwon Woo-jungcast

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정지후cast

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정인섭cast

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신유진cast

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Jihoo, a seven-year-old girl with cerebral palsy, walks on her toes. Her mother reflects on their life together in South Korea. "Tiptoeing" shows their daily challenges and moments of joy. The film captures personal stories that reveal how Jihoo's condition affects their family dynamics. It addresses the misunderstandings they face in society and the emotional weight of living with a disability. Directed by Kwon Woo-jung, the documentary runs for 90 minutes.

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