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Mother Scientist Battles Floods in Asteroid Impact Drama

12/15/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Kim Byung-woo's film centers on An-na, a mother and key UN scientist, amid catastrophic rains from an asteroid impact.
The story begins as a Seoul flood survival tale and then shifts to explore emotional responses and broader societal issues.
The film draws comparisons to Christopher Nolan and Charlie Kaufman, while its narrative lacks clarity and does not present a clear antagonist.

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Story summary

Kim Byung-woo's film centers on An-na, a mother and key UN scientist, amid catastrophic rains from an asteroid impact.
The story begins as a Seoul flood survival tale and then shifts to explore emotional responses and broader societal issues.
The film draws comparisons to Christopher Nolan and Charlie Kaufman, while its narrative lacks clarity and does not present a clear antagonist.