‘As You Stood By’ starring Jeon So-nee and Lee You-mi wins praise for sparking conversation on domestic violence

Director Lee Jeong-lim’s debut series, “As You Stood By,” has resonated deeply, even moving her stoic mother-in-law. This gripping drama, based on a Japanese novel, follows two friends driven to extreme measures to escape domestic abuse. The eight-episode series, praised for its nuanced portrayal and strong performances, achieved global success, topping charts and sparking important conversations about a societal issue.

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