Park Chan-wook's New Film 'Can't Help It' Attracts Attention with Consecutive Invitations to World Film Festivals!

Park Chan-wook's new film 〈Can't Help It〉 has recently gained global attention after being invited to the competition section of the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. Following this, it has been named the opening film of the 30th Busan International Film Festival, raising even greater expectations. This film has also achieved the remarkable feat of being officially invited to the 50th Toronto International Film Festival and the 63rd New York Film Festival.

The protagonist Mansoo (Lee Byung-hun) starts as an ordinary office worker but is forced to make difficult choices to protect his wife and two children after being fired. This story dramatically portrays the unstable realities of society and the personal hardships, evoking deep empathy from many viewers. Director Park Chan-wook has created sincere narratives through his cinematic experiences, and this work does not lose that profound message.

In particular, the invitation to the gala presentation section at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival proves the film's outstanding quality. This section has previously included masterpieces such as 〈Hunt〉 (2022) and 〈Concrete Utopia〉 (2023). The first screening is scheduled for September 8 at Roy Thomson Hall, where Lee Byung-hun will become the first Korean actor to receive a special achievement award.

The Strength of Korean Cinema at the New York Film Festival

Additionally, 〈Can't Help It〉 has been invited to the main slate section of the New York Film Festival alongside films like 〈Parasite〉 (2019). This film festival values both artistic quality and popularity, serving as an important platform for presenting new film trends. Director Park Chan-wook has received his third invitation with this 〈Can't Help It〉, following 〈Lady Vengeance〉 (2005) and 〈Decision to Leave〉 (2022), making it even more special.

Dramatic Encounters and Solid Direction

With trusted actors, stunning mise-en-scène, solid direction, and elements of black comedy harmoniously blended, 〈Can't Help It〉 is set to be released in Korea this September. This film will provide audiences with a fresh and profound experience as it transcends genre boundaries. Director Park Chan-wook's unique approach will captivate us.

Receiving attention at world-renowned film festivals, 〈Can't Help It〉 will convey empathy and enjoyment across borders, and expectations for its quality are even higher, allowing audiences to once again feel the power of Korean cinema.