Na Hong-jin lands among The Hollywood Reporter’s 30 Most Influential Genre Directors

Director Na Hong-jin has been recognized for his influence by a major American entertainment outlet.

The Hollywood Reporter names 30 genre directors The Hollywood Reporter, a leading U.S. entertainment and film publication, has released its list of the “30 Most Influential Genre Film Directors.” Na Hong-jin, director of 〈Hope〉, was included. The Hollywood Reporter described him as “a Korean master who has built an international fan base spanning art-house film fans and action movie fans.”

Special interview and behind-the-scenes material released ahead of North American debut The selection is expected to boost 〈Hope〉 ahead of its North American release Sept. 9. Alongside a special interview with Na Hong-jin, The Hollywood Reporter will share with readers stories about the director’s work across genres and behind-the-scenes details of his return with 〈Hope〉, his fourth film following 〈The Chaser〉, 〈The Yellow Sea〉 and 〈The Wailing〉.

Film draws attention on global stage after 4.5 million admissions in South Korea 〈Hope〉, directed by Na Hong-jin and starring Hwang Jung-min, Jung Ho-yeon and Jo In-sung, follows events that unfold after a mysterious life-form appears at Hopo Port, located in the Demilitarized Zone. The film drew 4.5 million moviegoers after its release in South Korea on July 15.