Stay With Me (everything will be okay)

  • Director

    Hyungjin Lee

  • Country, Year, Length

    Republic of Korea, 2025, 7:37

  • Category

    Animation

  • Festival Year

    2025

Synopsis

In the depths of longing and grief, a girl becomes a mother to herself.

Film Screening & Ticket Information

When & Where to See this Film!

…COMING SOON…

Film Information

From the Director

Director Statement

In the fall of 2023, I experienced the worst depressive episode of my life. After months of being unable to function, I wrote in my diary that I will become a mother to myself. Slowly, holding my hand as a mother to her child, I healed. This film is a record of my survival – a diary entry to myself during that fall, when I promised myself that everything was going to be okay, as long as I stayed by my side.

Director Biography

Hyungjin Lee is an independent animator from South Korea, now based in New York City. Drawing from her memories and family history, she creates animations characterized by handcrafted textures and warmth. Her animations have been recognized at various international film festivals, including the Asian American International Film Festival, Animation Block Party, and the Flickers Rhode Island International Film Festival.

Credits

    • Hyungjin Lee
      Director
    • Kalikoonāmaukūpuna C. J. K. Kalāhiki
      Composer