After serving a prison term for a crime that was committed by his brother, Jong-Du seeks out the family of the man he was convicted of killing in a hit-and-run accident. Even though he is shunned by the victim’s family, Jong Du becomes intrigued by the man’s daughter, a young woman afflicted with cerebral palsy. After a number of secret encounters and outings, the couple fall in love and are confronted by the harsh reality of a discriminating society. Still, their love continues to grow until a surprise visit by her brother. Director Lee Chang-dong offers a poignant yet realistic portrait of love against the odds.