Director Hong Sang-soo’s much-talked-about new film will hit local theaters on March 23, according to the production company Jeonwonsa Film Co., Monday.
Although the film won Kim Min-hee the Silver Bear award for best actress at the Berlin International Film Festival on Sunday, there has been much speculation as to whether the film will enjoy success here.
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The film is Hong’s 19th feature and tells the story of an actress, played by Kim, who reflects on her affair with a married director.
Asked in Berlin whether the film reflects Hong’s real-life relationship with actress Kim, he replied, “All directors reflect their stories in their films. It’s a matter of degree.”
“I believe this movie will deeply move the hearts of some. That’s why I’m so proud of it,” actress Kim said in her acceptance speech Sunday.
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