‘BIFF Competition Jury Member’ Choi Hee-seo: “A weighty and precious experience… I will gain knowledge” [31st BIFF]

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Actress Choi Hee-seo revealed her own criteria for a “good film.”

The press conference for the jury of the competition section of the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) was held on the 7th at the Cinema Hall in Haeundae-gu, Busan. In attendance were Shim Sa-wi (Director) director Zhang Yimou, director Bi Gan, actress Samal Yeslyamova, director Ishikawa Kei, director Jeong Ju-ri, Vietnamese producer Tran Thi Big Ngoc, and actress Choi Hee-seo.

The Busan International Film Festival, which introduced the competition section for the first time last year, appointed director Zhang Yimou as Shim Sa-wi (Director) this year. Director Zhang Yimou is a Chinese master who has won the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival, the Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival, and the Grand Jury Prize at the Cannes Film Festival, among other major international film festivals.

Choi Hee-seo, who joined as a jury member, said, “I wondered if I was even worthy of such a weighty and precious experience. Even if it is somewhat burdensome, I participated with the intention of gaining great knowledge from this occasion.” She added, “With a sense of responsibility, I will strive to conduct a good review by engaging actively and in in-depth discussions.”

She then said regarding good films, “Personally, I believe a good film begins the moment you leave your seat,” adding, “I recently watched ‘Possible Love,’ which deepened that thought further.”

He stated, “I think a good film is one that makes you reflect on yourself through the questions it raises.” He continued, “I watched ‘Possible Love’ with my father. It was the first time we had such a long conversation about a film in front of the theater. Through our five-minute discussion, I felt like I came to know my father better.”

He added, “There are many technically excellent films, but ultimately, I believe a good film is one that makes you reflect on yourself through the work and inspires a desire to become a better person.”

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