{
  "id": 2944866,
  "title": "'The Intern' remake to offer fresh Korean twist on hit Hollywood film",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/the-intern-remake-to-offer-fresh-korean-twist-on-hit-hollywood-film",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-24T05:02:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/films/20260824/the-intern-remake-to-offer-fresh-korean-twist-on-hit-hollywood-film"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The upcoming remake of the popular Hollywood film \"The Intern\" will bring a fresh Korean perspective to the beloved story, according to its director Kim Do-young. Speaking at a press conference in Seoul, Kim emphasized the importance of highlighting the unique charm of her Korean cast while adapting the narrative to resonate with modern Korean audiences.\n\nKim, known for her empathetic storytelling in films like \"Kim Ji Young: Born 1982\" (2019) and \"Once We Were Us\" (2025), expressed the challenges of remaking a widely-loved original. She acknowledged that the original \"The Intern\" had been a massive hit over a decade ago, and a significant hurdle was ensuring that the fresh adaptation remained relevant to contemporary Korean viewers.\n\nRecognizing that significant changes have occurred in Korean society since the original's release, Kim made it her goal to infuse the remake with Korean cultural nuances. This includes incorporating modern workplace slang and creating a relatable office life story that appeals to viewers of all generations. The new film, set to release in Korean theaters on September 16, stars Sun-woo (played by Han So-hee), a driven CEO of a rapidly expanding fashion startup.\n\nThe storyline revolves around Gi-ho (played by Choi Min-sik), a seasoned worker with 37 years of experience. As the remake takes shape, it aims to deliver a compelling update on the classic tale, tailored to the sensibilities and cultural context of contemporary Korean society.",
  "summary": "Remaking a beloved Hollywood film was a daunting task, but director Kim Do-young focused on highlighting the unique charm of her Korean cast and adapting the story to reflect modern Korean sentiment. Speaking during a press conference in Seoul on Monday, the director, known for her empathetic storytelling in films like \"Kim Ji Young: Born 1982\" (2019) and \"Once We Were Us,\" (2025) shared her…",
  "key_points": [
    "Director Kim Do-young aims to add Korean perspective to The Intern remake.",
    "Film set for release in Korean theaters on September 16.",
    "Gi-ho, a 37-year veteran, leads fashion startup in remake."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The remake of The Intern brings a modern Korean spin to the classic tale by incorporating cultural nuances and workplace slang to resonate with contemporary Korean audiences.",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "'The Intern' remake to offer fresh Korean twist on hit Hollywood film",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/the-intern-remake-to-offer-fresh-korean-twist-on-hit-hollywood-film-2946391",
        "published": "2026-08-24T05:12:02.000Z"
      }
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}