Another Masterpiece from Director Lee Chang-dong
Director Lee Chang-dong's latest film, 'Possible Love,' explores class conflict through the lives of two couples brought together by a labor strike at a Korean metals factory. The drama features performances by Cho Yeo-jeong and Jeon Do-yeon, focusing on the intersection of wealth and social unrest.
Why it matters
Lee Chang-dong is a globally acclaimed auteur whose work often provides critical commentary on social stratification, making his new releases significant events in international cinema.
IndieWire is a part of PMX Global, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation. (c) 2026 IndieWire Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Powered by WordPress.com VIP Venice ‘Possible Love’ Review: Two Married Couples Begin to Covet Each Others’ Lives in the Latest Stunner from ‘Burning’ Director Lee Chang-dong Class conflict achieves vivid new dimension in this sprawling Netflix drama about the relationship between a rich documentary filmmaker and her blue collar subjects. By David Ehrlich Plus icon David Ehrlich davidehrlich More stories by David ‘Possible Love’ Review: Two Married Couples Begin to Covet Each Others’ Lives in the Latest Stunner from ‘Burning’ Director Lee Chang-dong
And even then, the evidence of that instruction proves elusive in this sprawling drama about two very different couples who are brought together by the violent suppression of a workers' strike at a major Korean metals factory. Who is coveting what, exactly?
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