Director Park Chan-wook Receives Honorary Award at Miami International Film Festival

On October 29th (local time), the 12th Miami International Film Festival opened with 〈It Can't Be Helped〉 screening as the opening film, generating a strong response. The Miami International Film Festival is the most notable international film festival in the southeastern United States and a film festival that highlights works from various genres around the world. Director Park Chan-wook received the Precious Gem Master Award, reaffirming his status as a master of world cinema. The honorary award is given to those who have contributed to the development of world cinema and left an outstanding legacy, and this award reflects the dense body of work of Director Park Chan-wook, who has been loved by film fans worldwide for his artistic and popular directing skills.

The film 〈It Can't Be Helped〉, which continues to receive news of awards at major international film festivals, is gaining global attention for its dazzling ensemble of performances, captivating mise-en-scène, and immersive narrative. In particular, the black comedy elements that delve into the tension evoke bittersweet emotions and captivate audiences. In this regard, the overseas media The Cinematic Reel stated, "With 〈It Can't Be Helped〉, Director Park Chan-wook has once again proven himself to be a true master of modern cinema," while InSession Film remarked, "Director Park Chan-wook has once again proven to be a storyteller who perfectly overturns expectations." Shade Studios praised it as "a work of excellence that keeps your eyes glued for even a single moment. A masterpiece with exquisite perfection." The film 〈It Can't Be Helped〉, which is active on the global stage, is approaching 3 million viewers in Korea, fueled by the ongoing enthusiasm for repeat viewings.