Lee Chang-dong's 'Possible Love' wins Korean film critics award

In a recent announcement, Lee Chang-dong's critically acclaimed film "Possible Love" was awarded the title of best film of the year by the Korean Association of Film Critics. Jeon Do-yeon, a prominent cast member in the movie, also took home the award for best actress. "Possible Love," which is Lee Chang-dong's first feature film in eight years, tells the story of two intertwined relationships: a man and his wife who have both lost their jobs, and a documentary filmmaker and her wealthy husband.

The film's success was further validated by its win at the prestigious Venice International Film Festival, where it received the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize. Meanwhile, director Na Hong-jin's sci-fi epic "Hope" claimed three awards, winning in the categories of best director, best actor for Zo In-sung, and best cinematography. Other award recipients included Park Ji-hoon, who won best new actor for his role in "The King's Warden," and Seo Su-bin, who was named best new actress for her performance in "The World of Love."