Hope

The events occur in a contemporary timeframe, reflecting modern medical care, media coverage, and legal proceedings. The narrative follows So-won’s recovery, the parents’ strenuous efforts to pay medical bills, and the long road to psychological healing. The pacing moves from hospital emergency to the trial and onward to a quieter, ongoing healing at home and school.

The story unfolds across several key settings: the hospital where So-won is treated after the attack, her family’s home where love and resilience grow, the school environment she returns to in fits and starts, and the courtroom where the attacker is tried. Each location frames a different facet of the trauma and recovery, from medical urgency to intimate family bonding, to public scrutiny and legal consequence. The community’s visible support also appears around their home, illustrating social reactions to violence and healing.

🩹 Trauma & Recovery

The film centers on the physical and psychological scars left by a violent attack and the arduous path to healing. It portrays So-won’s PTSD symptoms, medical struggles, and the long process of rebuilding trust in family and everyday life. Recovery is depicted as a collaborative effort between medical staff, therapists, and caregivers, emphasizing resilience over resignation.

❤️ Family Bond

Family love becomes the primary force driving So-won’s recovery. The father’s quiet, persistent support—even hiding under a mascot to comfort his daughter—redefines parental devotion. The mother’s protectiveness and the siblings’ presence later in the story deepen the sense of shared hardship and renewal.

📰 Media & Society

Media attention amplifies the trauma, turning the hospital and courtroom into public stages. The film shows how sensational coverage can intensify fear while also mobilizing community support and resources. Through these dynamics, it questions the impact of media on victims and families during legal proceedings.

⚖️ Justice & Frustration

The courtroom climax exposes the gap between justice and closure for victims. So-won’s testimony and the sentence of 12 years illustrate a partial resolution that leaves the family unsettled. The film invites reflection on whether legal outcomes truly heal, or if ongoing care and affection are needed for lasting recovery.