President Roh Moo-hyun Monday sent a congratulatory message to actress Jeon Do-yeon who won the best actress award at the 60th Cannes Film Festival in France for her
performance in her latest movie "Milyang" the previous day, the presidential office said. "Secret Sunshine" is the English title of the film.
"South Korean film has once again received great applause from the world. I want to pay Jeon Do-yeon compliments for her enthusiasm and efforts displayed in 'Secret Sunshine'. I also send congratulations to the film's director, Lee Chang-dong, and other staff", said Roh in a message.
"Secret Sunshine has shown the potential of South Korean films. The South Korean people, blessed with creative and artistic talents, will be able to achieve a lot more in the future if the entire nation works harder", the president said.
The 34-year-old Jeon was acclaimed for her brave performance as a grieving wife and mother in the South Korean melodrama, the first picture in four years by Lee, a former South Korean culture minister.
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