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From his first reading of the script for “Assassin(s),” Lee Min-ho had a clear idea of what his character, Young-il, should bring to the film: constant movement and a burst of energy to keep a potentially heavy story from becoming too solemn. “When I read the script, I felt Young-il’s role was to breathe life into the story,” Lee said in a recent interview with the Hankook Ilbo. “The director…
At the age of 39, actor Lee Min-ho is set to bring a fresh perspective to his role in the upcoming film "Assassin(s)." In a recent interview with the Hankook Ilbo, Lee revealed his approach to character Young-il, stating, "When I read the script, I felt Young-il's role was to breathe life into the story." The director also shared his vision, hoping Young-il would be portrayed as a "live fish," emphasizing constant movement and energy.
Lee himself experimented with various physical expressions during rehearsals, ensuring the character remained dynamic throughout the film. Additionally, Lee contributed a witty line about ssanghwa tea, a traditional Korean herbal beverage, which added a touch of humor to Young-il's character. Initially, the script contained a lengthy dialogue exchange where Young-il attempted to extract information from another character, but Lee felt this scene could have fallen into predictability.
Instead, he chose to alter the character's dialogue and movements, keeping them fresh and engaging without compromising the overall narrative.
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