Forget Me Not (2019)

What drives a mother to relinquish her child? Sun Hee Engelstoft explores this heart-wrenching question in her poignant film, which follows three unmarried Korean women awaiting childbirth in a secluded shelter on a picturesque island. While the stunning scenery contrasts starkly with their emotional turmoil, these women grapple with the heart-wrenching choice of keeping their babies or placing them for adoption. Engelstoft, granted intimate access to the shelter overseen by the determined Mrs. Im, captures the struggle against societal pressures and traditions that restrict women's autonomy. Her personal connection as a Korean adoptee adds depth to this compelling narrative.