Honored by Venice win, 'Possible Love' director seeks audience connection over award
Prior to the local release of Venice-winning feature, "Possible Love," director Lee Chang-dong said Monday that audience reaction to the film is far more important to him than winning an award. Speaking at a press conference in Seoul alongside lead actors Sul Kyung-gu, Zo In-sung, and Cho Yeo-jeong, the veteran filmmaker reflected on his Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize win at the 83rd Venice…
Lee Chang-dong, the director of the acclaimed film Possible Love, expressed his delight and honor at receiving the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at the Venice International Film Festival. However, he stressed that his primary focus was understanding how his audience would respond to the movie, as it marked the first time the film was shown to a global audience.
The story revolves around two distinct couples brought together through a documentary project. Ho-seok, played by Sul Kyung-gu, is a recently unemployed man burdened with emotional turmoil, while his wife Mi-ok, portrayed by Jeon Do-yeon, is determined to maintain their family's reputation. On the other side, we have Ye-ji, an ambitious documentary filmmaker played by Cho Yeo-jeong, and her wealthy husband Sang-woo, portrayed by Zo In-sung.
As their lives intersect, the four individuals navigate their own unique journeys, weaving a poignant narrative that resonates with viewers.
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