Jeon Do-yeon's 'Gil Bok-soon' captivates the Berlinale

The Netflix movie 'Gil Bok-soon' was premiered worldwide at the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival, drawing enthusiastic applause and praise.

The action film 'Gil Bok-soon', which depicts the story of Gil Bok-sun, a legendary killer in the hitman industry, who is caught up in an inevitable confrontation where he either dies or is killed, just before renewing his contract with the company, was premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on the 18th at 9 PM local time in Germany. It was officially screened in the Berlinale Special section of .

With director Byun Seong-hyun, Jeon Do-yeon, and Kim Sia in attendance, the Verti Music Hall filled with 1,800 seats, proving the keen interest in 'Gil Bok-soon'.

At the red carpet event held prior to the official screening, director Byun Seong-hyun, Jeon Do-yeon, and Kim Sia, the main characters of 'Gil Bok-soon,' attended and received flash showers from reporters. The protagonists who appeared on the red carpet in stylish looks enjoyed the atmosphere of the Berlin International Film Festival and responded to the enthusiastic attention of reporters from around the world with smiles and greetings.

As soon as the movie began screening, the audience was deeply immersed in the movie by the unrivaled world view of the contract killing industry, the eye-catching and sensuous action production, and the excellent performances of the actors who vividly portrayed unique characters. After the screening, when the ending credits rolled, the audience started clapping and cheering. Director Byeon Seong-hyun and Jeon Do-yeon continued to express their gratitude with bright smiles in response to the enthusiastic response from the audience.

Carlo Chatrian, chairman of the executive committee, gave generous praise, saying, "This is a great Korean movie that gives you a rush of adrenaline, and Jeon Do-yeon perfectly played a mother who is different from 'Secret Sunshine'." Leading overseas media outlets also poured out explosive praise for ‘Gil Bok-soon’. “Colorful characters supporting the brilliantly directed brutality (Deadline)”, “Actress Jeon Do-yeon never disappoints under any circumstances (The Hollywood Reporter)”, “Inoffensive but enchanting action, beautifully and creatively drawn violence (The Hollywood Reporter)” “Upcoming)” was a favorable review.

The movie ‘Gilbok-soon’ will be released on Netflix on March 31st.

Choi Ji-ye, Ten Asia Reporter wisdomart@tenasia.co.kr