Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Park Chan-wook’s Film to Open Busan International Film Festival
Park Chan-wook's new movie, 'No Other Choice,' starring Lee Byung-hun and Son Ye-jin, will kick off the Busan International Film Festival.
The movie is about a man facing tough times after losing his job.
This film marks Park's return after winning awards at Cannes.
Lee Byung-hun will also host the opening ceremony.
Before its debut in Busan, the film will first be shown at the Venice Film Festival.
Park Chan-wook's film 'No Other Choice' will open the 30th Busan International Film Festival.
The film stars Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon, and others.
Lee Byung-hun will also host the BIFF opening ceremony.
The film is about a man struggling to protect his family after losing his job.
The film will premiere at the Venice Film Festival before its Asian debut at BIFF.
- Who
- The film stars Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, and is directed by Park Chan-wook.
- What
- Park Chan-wook's film 'No Other Choice' will open the Busan International Film Festival.
- When
- The Busan International Film Festival will run from September 17 to 26.
- Where
- Busan, South Korea, at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).
- Why
- The selection aims to generate excitement and renew interest in Korean cinema.
- Film Title
- No Other Choice
- Director
- Park Chan-wook
- Starring
- Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon
- Festival
- Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)
- Festival Edition
- 30th
- Festival Dates
- September 17 to 26
- Star
- Lee Byung-hun