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About this Event
This program is organized as part of the Sejong Culture Academy program of the King Sejong Institute Center, U.S.A.
LOCATION NOTICE: This program takes place at the USC Norris Cinema Theater (3507 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90007)
CANNES GRAND PRIX • A LANDMARK OF KOREAN CINEMA
A screening of Oldboy as part of the Spotlight section at the inaugural LA Korean Film Festival.
One of the defining works of director Park Chan-wook’s celebrated filmography, Oldboy exemplifies his distinctive cinematic language—where visceral violence, psychological complexity and darkly poetic imagery collide. Known for exploring obsession, revenge, guilt and the moral ambiguity of human desire, Park transforms genre conventions into deeply stylized and emotionally unsettling examinations of the human condition.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A with actor Yoo Ji-tae, who stars as Lee Woo-jin.
ABOUT THE FILM
Original Title: 올드보이
Director: Park Chan-wook
Cast: Choi Min-sik, Yoo Ji-tae, Kang Hye-jung
South Korea | 2003 | Thriller / Mystery | 120 minutes | Korean
Awards: 2004 Cannes Film Festival — Grand Prix; 2003 Blue Dragon Film Awards — Best Director, Best Actor
SYNOPSIS
Oh Dae-su is mysteriously abducted and imprisoned in a private room for 15 years without explanation. Upon his sudden release, he begins a desperate search for the person responsible and the reason behind his confinement. As he follows a trail of clues, he encounters Lee Woo-jin, a mysterious figure who holds the key to a devastating secret from his past.
GUEST BIOS
YOO JI-TAE is an acclaimed Korean actor and filmmaker recognized internationally for performances in One Fine Spring Day, Oldboy, Ditto, The Swindlers and Money. His work moves between intimate drama, thriller, action and television, and he has also directed films including Mai Ratima and Talk to Her.
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https://www.eventbrite.com/o/la-korean-film-festival-121636458454
GOOD TO KNOW
Admission is free. Register separately for each screening or program. Arrive early and have your ticket QR code ready. Walk-ins are subject to remaining capacity, and late seating is not guaranteed. If you can no longer attend, please cancel your registration so the ticket can be released.
Event venue & nearby stays
Eileen Norris Cinema Theatre, 3507 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, United States
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