Oscars: Cambodia Selects ‘Becoming Human’ for International Feature Race (EXCLUSIVE)
The Cambodia Oscar Selection Committee (COSC) has selected “Becoming Human,” directed by Polen Ly, as the country’s official submission for the international feature film category at the 99th Academy Awards. The film follows Thida, the spirit guardian of an aging cinema slated for demolition, as she weighs the choice of rebirth against her existence as […]
Lee Chang-dong's film "Possible Love" has been selected as South Korea's entry for the 2027 Academy Awards in the international feature film category. The Korean Film Council chose the film based on its overall quality, citing its cinematic completeness, clear directorial message, and excellent mise-en-scene.
The film, which marks Lee's first feature in eight years, follows "Burning" and centers on the intertwined lives of two married couples. It features a star-studded cast, including Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung, and Cho Yeo-jeong.
According to The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline, Netflix plans to campaign for "Possible Love" in the best picture category and will release it in Korea, the US, and other select territories following its world premiere at Venice.
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