Diversity + Oscar Buzz Chat With 'Minari's' Yuh-Jung Youn

Yuh-Jung Youn is one of the most talked about actresses of the season, racking up dozens of awards and nominations from critics for her role as the straightforward grandmother Soon-ja in Oscar contender “Minari.”

Lee Isaac Chung wrote and directed MINARI, basing the film on his upbringing in rural Arkansas after his family immigrated from South Korea.

The film centers on the interpersonal relationships between husband-wife, father-son, mother-daughter, grandmother-grandchild, and everything in between.

With the dramatic and tragic elements throughout the film, the premise of perseverance and love remains the focal point.

Lead character, Jacob, made the move from Korea to California to a small town in Arkansas all to better himself and his family - he never shows any signs of quitting until he is able to provide them all with the best life possible.

MINARI is projected to receive several Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.

Watch our chat about diversity and Oscar buzz below.