Two Korean stars have been named to host the opening ceremony of the 14th Pusan International Film Festival. Actress
Jang Mi-hee, who made her debut in 1976 and actor
Kim Yoon-seok, who rose to lead status with his role in 2007's The Chaser, will raise curtains for the star-studded ceremony on Oct. 8th at the Busan Yachting Center on Haeundae beach.
JANG was one of Korea's top stars throughout the 80s, starring in films such as
Bae Chang-ho's "Hwang Jin-Yi" (1986) and "Deep Blue Night" (1985). She is currently enjoying a renaissance in her acting career though TV drama "Mom Has Grown Horns" ("
Mom's Dead Upset") in which she plays the colorful and unique character "GOH Eun-a".
Kim Yoon-seok is a charismatic actor known for his supporting roles in many Korean films including
"The Happy Life" (2007), "Tazza: the High Rollers" ("
The War Of Flower" - 2006), "
Like A Virgin" (2006), and "
The Big Swindle" (2004). His gritty lead role in
"The Chaser" put him in the national spotlight. His latest film, "
Running Turtle" (2009), will screen in PIFF's Korean Panorama section.
During the ceremony a special moment of tribute will be offered to late actress
Jang Jin-yeong, who officiated over PIFF's opening ceremony last year.
Nigel D'Sa (KOFIC)
