- Legendary Actor Choi Min-sik Selected for Actor Special Exhibition at 27th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival 목차
Acclaimed South Korean actor Choi Min-sik has been chosen as the main honoree for the Actor Special Exhibition at the 27th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN). The event's organizers praised Choi as the "representative face of Korean cinema" and recognized his contributions to the industry's growth through his diverse and powerful performances.
The Actor Special Exhibition will feature a master class, publication of a special booklet, mega talk (GV), and screenings of Choi Min-sik's most iconic works, handpicked by the actor himself. Choi has garnered critical acclaim and audience appreciation for his versatile acting skills, which have been pivotal in the resurgence and flourishing of Korean cinema.
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The 10th Marie Claire Film Festival: A Celebration of International Cinema and Korean Talent
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Throughout his illustrious career, Choi has received numerous awards, including three Grand Bell Awards, three Baeksang Arts Awards, three Blue Dragon Film Awards, and three Korean Film Critics Association Awards, totaling over 30 acting awards. His films have also achieved box office success, with 'Shiri' setting a record in 1999 and 'Myeongryang' holding the top spot for a decade as of May 2023.
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<Ransom>: First Korean Drama to Win at Cannes International Series Festival
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Choi Min-sik's filmography spans a wide range of roles, from his debut in 'Guro Arirang' (1989) to recent performances in 'The Mathematician in Wonderland' (2022). He has also lent his voice to animated films and worked with international stars like Scarlett Johansson and Morgan Freeman in Luc Besson's 'Lucy' (2014).
The 27th BIFAN will take place from June 29th to July 9th, with various screenings and events being held throughout Bucheon City, both online and at physical venues.
