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Past Lives 2023
Past Lives is a 2023 romantic drama film directed by Celine Song in her first feature directorial effort. The movie stars Greta Lee, Teo Yoo, and John Magaro. It traces the story of two childhood friends over 24 years as they navigate their evolving relationship while living separate lives. The narrative draws from real-life experiences of the filmmaker.
The film had its debut at the Sundance Film Festival on January 21, 2023. In the United States, A24 distributed it on June 2, while CJ ENM handled the South Korean release with a limited showing on February 26, 2024, followed by a wide release on March 6. The film earned widespread critical praise and collected $42.7 million globally.
It was recognized as one of the top ten films of 2023 by both the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute. The picture received several honors, including five nominations at the 81st Golden Globe Awards—such as Best Motion Picture - Drama—and nods at the 96th Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay. Since its release, it has been featured in lists highlighting the best films of the 2020s and 21st centuries. The soundtrack features music by Christopher Bear and Daniel Rossen. The film runs for 106 minutes and includes dialogue in English and Korean.
Cast
- Greta LeeNora Moon/Moon Na Young
- Seung Ah Moonyoung Nora
- Teo YooJung Hae Sung
- Seung Min Yimyoung Jung Hae Sung
- John MagaroArthur Zaturansky
- Yoon Ji-hyeNora's mother
- Choi Won-youngNora's father
- Min Young AhnHae Sung's mother
- Jonica T. GibbsJanice
- Emily Cass McDonnellRachel
- Federico RodríguezRobert
- Conrad SchottPeter
- Kristen SiehHeather
Crew
- Director
- Celine Song
- Writer
- Celine Song
- Producer
- David Hinojosa, Christine Vachon, Pamela Koffler
- Cinematography
- Shabier Kirchner
- Editing
- Keith Fraase
- Music
- Christopher Bear, Daniel Rossen
Details
- Production
- 2AM, CJ ENM, Killer Films
- Distributor
- A24, CJ ENM (South Korea)
- Budget
- $12 million
- Box office
- $42.7 million
