Piljo
필조
Synopsis
In a quiet Japanese town, Lee Hyang-ja observes the ancestral rites of her husband's Zainichi Korean family. Behind her devotion lies an erased maternal history. Her mother, Chun-ja, was separated from her birth mother at seven and eventually forgot even her name. Determined to recover her lost grandmother's name, Hyang-ja travels to South Korea. There, she confronts a hidden truth and realizes that she stands at the heart of the tradition that has enforced this silence across generations.
Release History & Theatrical Window
DMZ International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Min-su
- Screenplay & Story
- Kim Min-su
- Original Title
- 필조
- Country of Origin
- South Korea, Germany
- Release Date
- 12/09/2026
- Spoken Languages
- Japanese, Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Min-su
Kim Min-su
Kim Min-su
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Min-su
Director
Kim Min-su
Writer
Kim Min-su
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Piljo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Piljo about?
In a quiet Japanese town, Lee Hyang-ja observes the ancestral rites of her husband's Zainichi Korean family. Behind her devotion lies an erased maternal history. Her mother, Chun-ja, was separated from her birth mother at seven and eventually forgot even her name. Determined to recover her lost grandmother's name, Hyang-ja travels to South Korea. There, she confronts a hidden truth and realizes that she stands at the heart of the tradition that has enforced this silence across generations.
Who directed Piljo?
Piljo was directed by Kim Min-su.
Who stars in Piljo?
The principal cast of Piljo includes Not specified.
When was Piljo released and how long is it?
Piljo was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.