This is a lovely movie, a semi-autobiographical story about a Korean family’s experience immigrating to America in the 1980s; the minari plant serves as a representation of their perseverance. The acting really stands out, particularly Youn Yuh-Jung's work, which was recognized with an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Throughout, there are ongoing tensions that lead to a satisfying and thoughtful resolution…

“Minari” proves to be an exceptionally lovely movie, enjoyable from beginning to end. This very personal film, penned and directed by Lee Isaac Chung, recounts the experiences of a Korean-American family striving for a better life when they relocate from California to rural Arkansas. Jacob (Steven Yeun) hopes to establish his own farm and sell Korean vegetables to cater to the expanding immigrant community, while his…

I found 'Minari' to be a truly lovely and moving movie. The only minor issue I had was with certain aspects of the story; some topics are introduced but then left unresolved, which didn’t bother me while watching, but afterward, it made me wonder about those plot points. It’s not a significant problem, however, and certainly doesn't detract from how wonderful the film is overall. Soon-ja expressed it perfectly: “M…