Passing over the Hill

The film follows Jung-sook, a mother grappling with the premature death of her son. To cope with her grief, she begins transcribing his anthology, also titled Passing Over the Hill. This act of writing serves as a connection to her son and a way to preserve his memory.

As Jung-sook searches for her son's remnants, she visits his university in Seoul. There, she encounters people who knew him, deepening her understanding of his life and legacy. This poignant exploration of memory and loss is central to the narrative, highlighting the impact of grief on the human experience.