Park Chan-wook Retrospective in LA; Lee Byung-hun Confirms Attendance for 'Decision to Leave' Screening

A retrospective celebrating the cinematic achievements of acclaimed director Park Chan-wook is set to be held at the American Cinematheque in Los Angeles, USA, starting from the 16th. Actor Lee Byung-hun has confirmed his attendance, amplifying anticipation among fans.

The American Cinematheque, established in 1984, is a historic cinema known for curating retrospectives and film festivals that encompass a wide range of films, from classics to diverse independent works.

The upcoming retrospective will feature a selection of Park Chan-wook's seminal works, including the currently globally acclaimed 'Decision to Leave,' alongside other masterpieces such as 'Joint Security Area,' 'Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance,' 'Oldboy,' 'Lady Vengeance,' and 'The Handmaiden.'

Notably, a Q&A session following the screenings of 'Decision to Leave' and 'Joint Security Area' will feature director Park Chan-wook and actor Lee Byung-hun, promising an in-depth exploration of their collaborative works.

This event is expected to provide a meaningful opportunity for global film enthusiasts to engage with the filmography of Park Chan-wook, a director who has significantly elevated the status of Korean cinema through his sophisticated storytelling, unique mise-en-scène, and high-quality filmmaking.

Meanwhile, Park Chan-wook's latest film, 'Decision to Leave,' continues to garner significant attention domestically, with its audience numbers rapidly approaching the 3 million mark.

Netizens are expressing their excitement, with comments like 'Congratulations to Director Park Chan-wook on his LA retrospective! So excited that Actor Lee Byung-hun will be there too!' and 'As expected of a world-class director, we are so proud. I really want to see 'Decision to Leave' on the big screen again!'