Bucheon Choice: Shorts 2
The Hand That Feeds
Helen HIDEKO
Austria202324min
World Premiere
Synopsis
Irina, a single mother, is forced to live with her overly affectionate mother-in-law, Trudi. Despite feeling overwhelmed by Trudi"s overly generosity and greasy homemade meals, Irina masks her true emotions with gratitude. However, she is haunted by unsettling visions and a deepening sense of unease when she"s alone. As her frustration intensifies, Irina must confront her growing anger and determine how much longer she can endure the situation without succumbing to her inner rage.
Program Note
After getting divorced, Irina finds herself indebted to her mother-in-law, who has a dog with the same name as her deceased son, as she believes the dog is a reincarnation of him. This psychological thriller turns anxieties about the future and the despair of not being able to take care of oneself into a realistic nightmare, amplifying the tension. It warns that if you fail to truly confront yourself, you may eventually lose yourself. (Kristin JI)