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About Dear My Life 

Welcome to Dear My Life, an independent film reflection blog exploring how cinema connects with everyday emotions and personal growth.

My name is Young Lee, and I created this space to share thoughtful, spoiler-light reflections on films that explore healing, identity, and the quiet courage of living.


About the Author

I am a film enthusiast based in Seoul, South Korea, with years of experience watching, analyzing, and writing about films across genres and cultures.
This blog is shaped by my long-standing interest in storytelling, emotional psychology, and the ways cinema reflects real human experiences.


What This Blog Offers

On Dear My Life, you’ll find:

  • In-depth, original film reviews written in an essay-style format

  • Spoiler-light analyses focused on emotional and thematic meaning

  • Thoughtful reflections on identity, healing, nostalgia, and human connection

  • Honest perspectives intended for readers who value slow, meaningful cinema

All content published here is 100% original and written with care for readers seeking substance beyond ratings or summaries.


Purpose & Editorial Approach

Dear My Life is not a news site or a movie rating platform.
It is a personal yet structured film journal designed to help readers reflect, feel, and understand stories more deeply.

Each article is written to provide interpretive value, emotional insight, and a calm reading experience.


Transparency Notice

Some content published on this site may later be adapted or reimagined for my Korean-language blog, mycinemadiary.tistory.com, which targets a Korean-speaking audience.
All versions are written by me and reflect my original work.

Thank you for visiting and spending your time here.

Young Lee
Founder & Writer, Dear My Life


Please note :

Contents published on this site may be reimagined and repurposed for my Korean-language blog, mycinemadiary.tistory.com, primarily targeting a Korean audience.

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