Reflecting on Family During Chuseok: A Look at the Film *A Daughter’s Dilemma*

As Chuseok approaches, if you find yourself pondering about family relationships, I recommend the film *A Daughter’s Dilemma*.

As Chuseok approaches, if you find yourself pondering about family relationships, I recommend the film *A Daughter’s Dilemma*. Based on the novel by Kim Hye-jin, this movie delves into various forms of family and the conflicts within, prompting viewers to question the true meaning of family. The characters in the story, through clashes and understanding, offer a glimpse into the creation of a new type of family, pushing us to reconsider what truly defines a family.

Chuseok is a time traditionally spent with family, but for many, it can stir complex emotions long before the family gathering itself. Family comes in many forms, and with that, the feelings people have towards their families also vary greatly. If you've ever asked yourself, “What is family?” the recently released film *A Daughter’s Dilemma* may offer some thoughtful insights.

The movie revolves around the conflicts between the main character, ‘Me,’ her daughter, Green, and Green’s same-sex partner, Rain. Green and Rain seek recognition of their relationship as a legitimate family, but ‘Me’ struggles to accept this. For her, the definition of family is limited to the traditional union of a man and a woman through marriage. Amidst this tension, Green gets caught in a case of wrongful dismissal at work, and ‘Me’ becomes involved in a complicated relationship with Jae-hee, an elderly patient with dementia whom she cares for. As their situations grow more entangled, the film raises deeper questions about family and community, ultimately showing the possibility of a new kind of family in the loose-knit community that Green, Rain, ‘Me,’ and Jae-hee create.

The central question posed by this film is, "What makes a family a family?" Is it only those connected by blood? Or can a group of people who care for, support, and take responsibility for each other also be considered a family? While the movie doesn’t provide a clear-cut answer, it suggests that the understanding and acceptance shared between the characters could form a new definition of family.

Based on Kim Hye-jin’s novel, this film challenges traditional views on family and offers a fresh perspective. It’s especially meaningful for those reflecting on the kind of family they want to build, offering a deep and emotional exploration of the concept.

This Chuseok, why not take a moment to reflect on the meaning of family through *A Daughter’s Dilemma*? The film invites viewers to think beyond the conventional family structure and consider new ways to define family based on mutual care and love. As it explores the creation of a community that transcends blood relations, the film offers valuable insights into what truly makes a family.