Fan Bingbing Shocked by Korean Film: "Actors Swim Freely Within the Work" [31st BIFF]

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Actress Fan Bingbing expressed her delight at returning to the Busan International Film Festival, revealing her affection for Korean cinema and film professionals.

On the 7th, a press conference was held at BIFF Hill, Cinema Hall in Haeundae-gu, Busan, for Fan Bingbing, who starred in "Diary of a Mad Old Man" and "She Said," at the 31st Busan International Film Festival.

Regarding her impressions of visiting Busan, Fan Bingbing said, "Every time I come to Busan, and every time I attend the opening ceremony, I always feel excited. It is truly a joy to meet directors from around the world, including Korea, as well as diverse actors."

She continued, "Busan gives me a familiar and comfortable feeling every time I visit. In particular, when I stroll along the seaside, I feel my heart become much lighter," expressing her affection for Busan.

She also revealed her affection for Korean cinema. She said, "I have had the experience of collaborating with many Korean film professionals over the years. When filming 'Green Night,' it was during the COVID-19 period, but I stayed in Korea for about two months to shoot the film."

She added, "While watching Korean films, I often felt envious. Director Zhang Yimou has also made such remarks; Korean actors and directors have a very global sensibility and express themselves freely. It is also impressive that there are films of diverse genres."

Among the recent Korean films she watched, she cited "Possible Love" by director Lee Chang-dong. She said, "I saw 'Possible Love' at the Toronto International Film Festival, and it was truly wonderful; I received a new shock," adding, "It felt so natural that the actors in the film seemed to be swimming very freely within the work."

She also stated, "While filming 'Green Night,' I witnessed the highly professional demeanor of actor Lee Ju-young, and through that process, I received much fresh stimulation," adding, "I believe these diverse collaborations and new attempts have brought changes to my acting as well."

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