이창동 감독 “노동 소멸의 시대 ‘어떻게 살아야 할까’ 담은 영화”

Director Ji Chang-dong returns to filmmaking 8 years after his debut after "Burning", with his new film "Possible Love". This film is a documentary about a once laid-off factory worker couple and their story, marking the director's first Netflix movie. The director, Ji Chang-dong, introduced the title "Possible Love" as a question about what kind of love is possible in a world where labor is disappearing.

The film was originally planned a decade ago but was shelved before being adapted into a 2022 short film "Heartbeat". The director admits he was sorry to have to abandon the project, as he found it difficult to commit to making a drama about the lives of laid-off factory workers. However, a suggestion from co-writer Oh Jin-mi about incorporating the story of another couple alongside the laid-off worker couple was the catalyst for the film's revival.

Actress Seo Kyung-gu, who played the laid-off worker couple, had to make time for Netflix's series "Beast Hunters" and was able to return to "Possible Love" after taking a three-night break. The director emphasized that the film's subject matter should not be limited to a specific company's mass layoffs, as such events can radically change a worker's life.

He aims to explore how people can live in a world where labor is becoming obsolete, and that love may be the only thing that can keep our lives afloat. The director also expressed his commitment to the Korean film industry, despite the recent shift towards streaming platforms. He hopes that "Possible Love" can offer a new experience to viewers and encourage them to reconsider their thoughts on society and life.

The film will be released in theaters from next month and will be globally available on Netflix on November 6th.