The Handmaiden | K-Wave Screening

Set in Korea during the Japanese occupation, 'The Handmaiden' follows Sook-hee, a con artist disguised as a maid, who is sent to help seduce her wealthy mistress, Hideko, as part of a carefully devised plot. However, as the two women grow closer, their intertwined destinies spin expected twists, challenging the notions of trust, desire, and identity. Directed by Park Chan-wook, this film is a visually stunning and sensually charged thriller that delves into themes of power and manipulation. Join us for this part of K-Wave, a series showcasing the global impact of Korean cinema. Presented in Korean and Japanese with English subtitles.