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What Does That Nature Say to You (2025) poster

What Does That Nature Say to You

dir. Hong Sang-soo · 2025

Life is enriched by the connections we make with others, revealing the beauty and complexity of human relationships.

A young poet finds himself in the sprawling home of his girlfriend's family, where a simple drop-off turns into an unexpected day of connection over food and conversation. As he navigates the dynamics of her family, the film unfolds like a series of intimate vignettes, each revealing the complexities of love and familial bonds. Watching it feels like sharing a meal with friends, where laughter and contemplation intermingle effortlessly.

A young poet drops his girlfriend off at her parents' house and is amazed by its size. He bumps into her father, meets her mother and sister, and they all end up spending a long day together; fueled by conversation, food and libations.

Talking points
  • the role of food in relationships
  • the impact of family on personal identity
  • the nature of love and connection
  • the significance of poetry in everyday life
A still from What Does That Nature Say to You
A still from What Does That Nature Say to You
A still from What Does That Nature Say to You
A still from What Does That Nature Say to You
A still from What Does That Nature Say to You

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