Actress Park So-dam has stepped forward as a staunch supporter for younger creators who will lead Korea's film industry in the future.
Her agency The Present Company said Park So-dam will participate as the face of the "28th Korea National University of Arts, film department graduation film festival." This participation goes beyond simple ambassador duties, and as a graduate of Korea National University of Arts and a senior artist, it is meaningful in that she will lend support to the new perspectives and stories of young creators preparing the next generation in a film industry undergoing change.
A graduate of the university's school of drama, Park So-dam has attracted attention at home and abroad since her debut for her distinctive character interpretations and deep acting. In particular, she has built her own presence in a range of works, from the film "The Priests" to "Parasite," and the upcoming film "Gyeongju Journey," helping to raise the excellence of Korean cinema and broaden her spectrum.
Korea National University of Arts is the country's only national university covering all arts fields, including theater, film, dance, music and fine arts, and has produced numerous artistic talents through practice-centered education and a creation-centered curriculum. In addition to actress Park So-dam, Lee Je-hoon, Park Jeongmin, Byun Yo-Han and Kim Go-eun are among many actors who lead Korean film, drama and the stage and who also graduated from this school.
The "Korea National University of Arts, film department graduation film festival" has served as the first place where the fruits of education and creation meet the world, and as a meaningful stage where the experiments and possibilities of young creators can be seen up close. A total of 71 works submitted from the College of Film master's and professional programs will be showcased at this festival, bringing together the diverse perspectives and challenges of future filmmakers in one place.
In this setting, Park So-dam's participation is expected to serve as a symbolic show of support and motivation for junior artists. Park So-dam also recalled that similar experiences during her school days broadened her perspective as a creator, and she places deep meaning on this participation.
Park So-dam said, "The time I spent at Korea National University of Arts was the most important foundation that made me who I am now," and added, "I want to contribute even a small part to this festival where juniors can freely unfold their own stories," conveying her sincere feelings.
Festival organizers said, "Park So-dam's participation aligns exactly with the festival's value of 'the potential of young creators,'" and added, "Her influence as an actress, combined with the authenticity and respect that make her a role model for juniors as a senior artist, will deepen the significance of this festival."
Accordingly, Park So-dam will participate in various programs such as posters and the opening ceremony to promote the festival and is scheduled to lend support to the seedlings of Korea's film industry.
Meanwhile, the "28th Korea National University of Arts, film department graduation film festival" will be held at Megabox Gwangjin East Pole from its opening ceremony on Feb. 19 through the 22nd.
[Photo] The Present Company
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