Plot
2024 South Korean film
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Why Watch This
While You Were Sleeping (2024) weaves a delicate romance around a woman who slips into a coma and discovers a parallel world where her unspoken wishes manifest. The film’s lyrical visual style and quietly powerful performances make it a standout entry in contemporary Korean cinema.
Best For
Romance fans, Korean cinema lovers, Dreamy narratives, Slow‑burn dramas, Fans of heartfelt storytelling
The CinePearl Take
Park Bo‑young delivers a subtly layered turn as the comatose protagonist, capturing both vulnerability and an unexpected inner strength. The film’s pacing is deliberately unhurried, allowing the audience to linger in its ethereal moments without feeling contrived. Its central theme—how love can bridge the gap between reality and longing—resonates long after the credits roll.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Chang Yoon-hyun
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- Released
- 20 Mar 2024
- Language
- Korean
- Country
- South Korea
- IMDb
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