The 82nd Venice International Film Festival's competition institutional sector invitation piece and the opening film of the 30th Busan International Film Festival, 'No Other Choice,' has released 11 types of press stills.
'No Other Choice' (Directed by Park Chan-wook, distributed by CJ ENM, produced by Moho Film and CJ ENM Studios) contains the story of 'Mansu' (Lee Byung-hun), an office worker who felt that he had achieved everything in life, suddenly getting fired, and preparing for a battle to re-employ himself to protect his wife and two children and to maintain the home he struggled to acquire.
The recently released press stills showcase dramatic moments of various characters, attracting attention. 'Mansu's expression, seemingly lost in thought due to a prolonged job search, hints at deep inner conflict, while a greenhouse filled with bonsai captures the eye with its unique mise-en-scène.
Starting with a still of 'Mansu' holding a bundle of documents while wearing a cap and walking, scenes of watching or chasing someone, along with lined-up resumes, raise curiosity about the process of executing a certain plan. 'Miri' (Son Ye-jin), with a stiff expression as if facing unexpected news, foreshadows her resolution to overcome crises with a stronger demeanor, while the stills of the worried couple, 'Mansu' and 'Miri,' heighten curiosity about the tumultuous future they will face.
In a charismatic pose, 'Seon-chul' (Park Hee-soon) on the phone is a multidimensional character balancing boldness and delicacy, raising expectations for Park Hee-soon's performance. Additionally, 'Beom-mo' (Lee Sung-min) in a suit captures the tension before an interview, while 'Ara' (Yum Hye-ran), surprised with a book and cane in hand, provokes curiosity about the unpredictable situation she faces.
Finally, a still of 'Si-jo' (Cha Seung-won) inspecting a car on a dark night, enhanced by the silhouette of a figure in the background, evokes a peculiar tension. 'No Other Choice,' which reveals the individuality of colorful characters and promises an engaging narrative, is projected to captivate theaters in September as the story that director Park Chan-wook wanted to create the most.
The new film 'No Other Choice' by director Park Chan-wook, featuring trusted actors, dramatic developments, beautiful mise-en-scène, solid direction, and even black comedy, is slated for release in September.
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