Song Joong Ki’s New Movie ‘Hopeless’ Receives Standing Ovation at Cannes Film Festival 2023
Song Joong Ki's new movie "Hopeless" instantly garnered the audience's attention after making its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival 2023.
The Hallyu star made his Cannes Film Festival debut after the noir movie, directed and written by Kim Chang Hoon, was invited for the Un Certain Regard section screening.
Song Joong Ki arrived at the red carpet looking dapper as ever with his black suit, alongside co-stars BIBI, Hong Sa Bin, "Hopeless" director, production company Mani Pictures CEO Han Jae Deok, and Hwang Ki Yong, the CEO of Song Joong Ki's agency, HighZium Studio, and co-producer of the film.
'Hopeless' Starring Song Joong Ki Lauded at Cannes Film Festival 2023
According to a media outlet, the noir movie made its premiere at the Debussy Theater in Cannes, France.
Besides the crowd showing much enthusiasm as Song Joong Ki and the cast entered the area, "Hopeless" recorded full seats right before the screening.
although Cannes has the spotlight for Spain, but to me it belongs to Korean Cinema! Yesterday we got 'Project Silence' (Kim Tae-gon) 'Sleep' (Jason Yu) and today 'HOPELESS' (Kim Chang-hoon) -- and they are all awesome! pic.twitter.com/B34ZXnIu2W
— SG (@shandygasella) May 24, 2023
In addition, some guests had to stand and watch the show due to lack of available seats.
After the movie ended, the audience gave the show a standing ovation as viewers showed their enthusiastic appreciation for the film.
Why Song Joong Ki's Movie 'Hopeless' is Worth Watching
In the second half of 2022, outlets confirmed that the Hallyu star had agreed to headline an upcoming low-budget movie.
At the time, Song Joong Ki agreed to star in "Hopeless," also known as "Hwaran," with no guarantee. This means he decided to join without pay.
Song Joong Ki, Hong Sa Bin, BIBI
According to an outlet, that is because the actor believes in the film's artistic quality.
As mentioned, "Hopeless" depicts the story of Yeon Gyu (Hong Sa Bin), a 17-year-old boy whose mission is to escape his life. However, his life changes after meeting an organization boss named Chi Geon (Song Joong Ki).
Meanwhile, BIBI takes on the role of Yeon Gyu's sister, Ha Yan.
In the same outlet, Song Joong Ki revealed why he accepted the offer to play the lead role. For him, he sees "Hopeless" as a challenging project that feels new to him.
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"I'm looking forward to the competitive and passionate set that we will create together with the director and actors," he added.
Why Did Song Joong Ki Attend Cannes Film Festival 2023 Red Carpet Without Katy Louise Saunders?
Song Joong Ki's wife, Katy Louise Saunders, garnered the attention of the media after the couple was spotted around France. Unfortunately, it was only Song Joong Ki who arrived on the red carpet.
As mentioned by a news portal, the British actress is in full-term pregnancy, making her unable to attend the event.
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