Lee Chang-dong's 'Possible Love' Receives Extended Standing Ovation at Venice Premiere

The highly anticipated film "Possible Love" by acclaimed South Korean director Lee Chang-dong made its world premiere at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, receiving a remarkable 6.5-minute standing ovation from the audience. This marks Lee's first directorial effort since his critically lauded 2018 film "Burning."

Co-written by Lee Chang-dong and Oh Jung-mi, the screenplay for "Possible Love" reunites the writing duo behind "Burning." The film centers on the intertwined lives of two married couples, exploring themes that resonated deeply with festival attendees. The extended ovation underscores the film's powerful reception and the anticipation surrounding Lee Chang-dong's return to filmmaking.