The World of Love

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A high school student navigates love, friendship and a traumatic past in this delicately woven and quietly powerful drama from South Korean director Yoon Ga-eun.

Screening dates and booking

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Credits

  • Director-screenwriter

    Yoon Ga-eun

  • With

    Seo Su-bin, Chang Hyae-jin, Kim Jeong-sik

  • South Korea 2025. 119min

  • Courtesy of

    Barunson E&A

  • Language

    Korean

    With English subtitles

Introduction

Jooin is a mischievous, lively and popular student, who lives with her mum and little brother. She is also subject to unexpected fits of rage, revealing childhood trauma she has long tried to bury. Yoon (The World of Us) continues her insightful exploration of childhood in this nuanced and ultimately hopeful portrait of resilience and female friendship.

Laure Bonville

Content warning

Contains themes some may find distressing.

How to book

Tickets start from £10 for all screenings and events in London, with concessions available for many screenings. Booking information and ticket prices.

If you’re aged 16 to 25, sign up for free to BFI 25 and Under for a chance to get £6 tickets to all screenings and events (subject to availability).

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