Director Bong Joon-ho's film 'Mickey 17' (screenplay and directed by Bong Joon-ho, produced by Plan B Entertainment, distributed by Warner Brothers Korea Co., Ltd.) has unveiled a making-of video titled 'Bong Joon-ho's Return.'
'Mickey 17' is a film that depicts an unpredictable story involving 'Mickey,' an expendable being deployed for dangerous tasks, who faces his 17th death crisis, and when he is presumed dead, 'Mickey 18' gets printed. The making-of video titled 'Bong Joon-ho's Return' features vibrant filming scenes, along with reflections from the director and the actors.
The making-of video, exclusively released on the 25th at 10 a.m. through Lotte Cinema, captures the filming scene leading up to the unique worldview of 'Mickey 17' and includes reflections from director Bong Joon-ho and the actors. In the video, Bong Joon-ho, while demonstrating acting, directs the actors, showcasing his passion for creating a more polished work.
Mark Ruffalo, who plays the role of 'Kenneth Marshall,' noted, "Director Bong is a bold auteur," while Robert Pattinson, who plays 'Mickey,' stated, "Director Bong is someone on a different level," conveying unique impressions of collaborating with Bong Joon-ho. The images of actors performing unfazed even in the blustery set, or having serious discussions with Bong Joon-ho before filming, suggest that 'Mickey 17' has been completed through the sincerity and effort of all the grants and production teams.
Bong Joon-ho's statement, "I want to create a film that is fun and beautiful in itself. But 'Mickey' was there in the middle of that beauty," gives a glimpse into the unfolding of 'Mickey 17,' which flows even more unpredictably and joyously due to the presence of 'Mickey.'
Robert Pattinson expressed, "It felt good and perilous. It boasts a tremendous scale while being incredibly humorous," raising curiosity about the spectacular incidents and Bong Joon-ho's unique humor hidden throughout.
The message from director Bong Joon-ho to prospective audiences revealed only through the making-of video 'Bong Joon-ho's Return' also catches the eye. He said, "It's a science fiction work, but it is also a comedy and a human story, so I hope you can just enjoy it comfortably as it is," sharing tips on how to fully enjoy 'Mickey 17,' which encompasses everything from the wonder of science fiction to joyous humor, elevating anticipation for 'Mickey 17' that anyone living in this era can relate to.
'Mickey 17,' which is intensifying curiosity about the work by unveiling the making-of video 'Bong Joon-ho's Return,' will premiere worldwide for the first time in Korea on Friday, February 28.
[Photo] Warner Brothers Korea Co., Ltd.