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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 for thoughtful readers.


A Note About Korean

Throughout my reviews, you'll occasionally find a line or two in Korean. As a Korean cinephile writing in English, some emotions simply land differently in my native language. Those Korean reflections aren't just translations—they're the raw, unfiltered feelings that a film stirred in me. Think of them as little windows into my heart. You don't need to understand the words to feel the sentiment. Welcome to Dear My Life—a space where cinema transcends language. 


Thank you for visiting and spending your time here.


Young Lee

Founder & Writer

Dear My Life

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