Rootless Tree

Rootless Tree tells the story of Gatyo, an elderly man forced to leave his village home for his son and daughter-in-law's city apartment. As he navigates this new urban setting, he finds himself out of place and unable to adjust. His discomfort is palpable, from disliking mayonnaise to struggling with the lift, highlighting the profound disconnect between his past and present.

The film captures the internal conflict of a peasant caught between two worlds. Gatyo's longing for the simplicity and warmth of village life contrasts sharply with the coldness he perceives in the city. As he faces the harsh realities of urban living, his isolation deepens, leading him to see death as the only escape from his turmoil. Rootless Tree serves as a stark reflection on the loss of connection to one's roots and the impact of modernization on traditional lives.