Secret Sunshine follows , a woman who moves with her young son to her late husband’s hometown, Miryang ("Secret Sunshine").
After a devastating personal tragedy, she turns to religion for comfort, but ultimately finds herself facing profound questions about .
The film delves into , the , and the of small-town life.
Lee Chang-dong, known for his emotionally layered storytelling, creates a deeply introspective and unsettling narrative that challenges viewers to confront their own beliefs about good, evil, and grace.