Aukan
Aukan is a fictional character and the main protagonist of the 2016 South Korean action-thriller film *A Girl at My Door*, directed by Lee Chang-dong. The film is based on the 2009 novel *The Woman Who Ran Away* by Lee Chang-dong and Lee Hye-seung. In the story, Aukan is a young woman who is found by a retired teacher, Mr. Park, after she escapes from an unknown location. The film explores themes of trauma, resilience, and the complexities of human connection.
Aukan’s backstory is shrouded in mystery, as she has no memory of her past. She communicates primarily
The character’s name, Aukan, is derived from the Korean phrase "아까운" (akg-eun), which means "recent" or "just
Aukan’s role in the narrative extends beyond a passive victim, as she gradually asserts her autonomy and
Critically, *A Girl at My Door* has been praised for its nuanced portrayal of trauma and its