Actor Choi Hee-seo captivated the 42nd Sundance Film Festival with the film "Bedford Park (BEDFORD PARK)".
On the 29th, the team behind "Bedford Park" said that lead actors Choi Hee-seo and Son Suk-ku recently attended the 42nd Sundance Film Festival. According to them, "Bedford Park" is receiving worldwide attention at the festival with a standing ovation from audiences and praise from international media.
The film "Bedford Park" is the feature debut of director Stephanie Ann, containing autobiographical elements, and tells the story of Korean American woman Audrey (Choi Hee-seo) and Eli (Son Suk-ku), a former wrestler who was adopted as a child, and how they overcome each other's wounds and fall in love. On Jan. 24 (local time) it had its world premiere in the U.S. drama competition section at the 42nd Sundance Film Festival.
The film, in particular, has caused a stir as audiences responded enthusiastically and gave a standing ovation. At the official screening, actor Choi Hee-seo said, "This is a day I have dreamed of for the past seven years. I can't believe I am standing here in front of the audience," adding, "I didn't expect such a passionate reaction after watching the film. I was nervous after preparing for a long time with director Stephanie Ann and actor Son Suk-ku, but watching the film in the theater with the audience, crying and laughing together, makes me overwhelmed with emotion."
Since the first showing of "Bedford Park," major international media have continued to praise Choi Hee-seo. "Choi Hee-seo is, in herself, a remarkable discovery" (THE WRAP), "Choi Hee-seo and Son Suk-ku are the charming heart of the film" (Screen Daily), "Choi Hee-seo's performance balances restraint and overwhelming emotion, and anger" (IndieWire), "The emotions that emanate from the actors feel credible" (The Hollywood Reporter), "Choi Hee-seo instilled in Audrey, who was used to meeting others' expectations, a subtle but growing realization that she deserves a better life" (Screen Daily) — such high praise poured in for Choi Hee-seo's broad acting range in portraying the character's complex interior.
Choi Hee-seo said, "'Bedford Park' is a project I was cast in after going to New York alone in 2019 and auditioning. It was cast in my early 30s and finished filming in my late 30s, so it captures my 30s entirely and is very meaningful," saying the film means more than her first starring role in Hollywood. She also actively participated in the production process, recommending Son Suk-ku to the director as her co-star while preparing for the project. Choi Hee-seo and Son Suk-ku forged their friendship during their unknown years, developed strong trust in each other, and teamed up not only to appear in but also to produce "Bedford Park," giving the film special affection.
Having charmed major international media and industry figures who visited Sundance with "Bedford Park," Choi Hee-seo, following overseas performances of the play "The Cherry Orchard," is expected to pursue a diverse global trajectory including starring in and producing Hollywood films.<
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