Korean filmmaker July Jung awarded French cultural honor
Korean director July Jung, whose works have been invited to the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, has received a French cultural order, the French Embassy in Korea said Wednesday. Jung was awarded the Chevalier of France's Order of Arts and Letters in a French Night ceremony held in the southeastern city of Busan last week, according to the embassy. The Chevalier is one of three grades that…
Korean filmmaker July Jung has been honored with the Chevalier of France's Order of Arts and Letters, according to the French Embassy in Korea. The prestigious award was presented to Jung during a ceremony in Busan, South Korea. The Order of Arts and Letters comprises three grades, with the Chevalier being the lowest.
Jung's directorial debut, "A Girl at My Door" (2014), was screened at the Cannes Film Festival. She has since directed "Next Sohee" (2022) and "Dora" (2026), all of which also appeared at Cannes. "Dora" is particularly notable as it was co-produced by Korea, France, and Luxembourg.
Jung expressed initial uncertainty about her eligibility for the award. However, she recalled the encouragement she received from French audiences in Paris, Cannes, and Strasbourg. This support helped her realize the profound impact cinema can have, with the stories portrayed on screen becoming a part of the audience's own lives.
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