Synopsis

Suk-jing joyfully welcomes her newborn daughter, expecting an ordinary new chapter, only to find her life irrevocably transformed. The relentless demands of 24/7 caregiving soon overwhelm her, compounded by her husband’s lack of involvement. Tensions with in-laws, postpartum physical and emotional challenges, and declining work performance pile on like straws on her back. As she endures long, solitary nights of nursing, where will the dawn lead her fragile journey?

Curators’ note

Director’s bio

Chan Oliver Siu Kuen is a director and scriptwriter based in Hong Kong. Her debut feature Still Human (2018) was shown in multiple film festivals and won her accolades both domestically and internationally including Best New Director at the 38th Hong Kong Film Awards.

Director‘s statement

Festival & Awards

2025 MINT ON TOUR OFFICIAL SELECTION

29th Busan International Film Festival

37th Tokyo International Film Festival

61st Golden Horse Film Festival – NETPAC Award

31st Hong Kong Film Critics Society Awards – Best Actress

49th Hong Kong International Film Festival

27th Shanghai International Film Festival

24th New York Asian Film Festival

Casts

Hedwig Tam, Lo Chun Yip

Credits

Scriptwriter: Oliver Siu Kuen Chan

Cinematography: Sou Wai Kin

Music: Olivier Cong

Production Design: Albert Poon Yick Sum

Editor: Emily Leung Man Shan