Old Partner playfully and lovely tale of friendship between an unlikely duo- the story of the indescribable bond between Mr Lee and his ox, a 30-year old friendship that goes beyond owner and pet. It is likely that when the farmer pass away, the ox will soon follow him into the afterlife. Old Partner is an unusual and heartwarming film about the power of friendship between humans and animals, neither time nor civilization can stop their companionship, a timeless themes of feelings, aging, illness, loss, and loyalty.
The South Korean independent documentary ‘Old Partner’ by director Lee Chung-ryou is an official selection at Sundance.
