The situation
Lee Chang Dong's new film "Possible Love" has been invited to the Toronto International Film Festival, marking his first new film in eight years. The movie stars Jeon Do Yeon, Sul Kyung Gu, Zo In Sung, and Cho Yeo Jeong, and follows two couples whose lives become intertwined while making a documentary. The film will make its world premiere at TIFF before being released globally on Netflix.
What the internet did with it
- TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey praised Lee Chang Dong, saying "‘Possible Love’ is a powerful film that thoughtfully explores marriage, class, and cinema itself," which has set high expectations for the film's release.
- The film's first still, featuring the four main characters standing on a beach, has been unveiled, hinting at the subtle dynamics between them and sparking interest in the story's themes and character relationships.
- Netizens on Theqoo are generally unbothered, with one comment stating — "I'm just here for Jeon Do Yeon, don't care about the rest" which reflects the casual attitude of some fans towards the film's announcement.
The open question
The exact release date for "Possible Love" on Netflix has not been confirmed, leaving fans to wonder when they will be able to stream the film after its world premiere at TIFF.