Lee Hee-jun's 'Rectangle, Triangle' Set to Premiere: A Family Drama with a Comedic Twist

Actor Lee Hee-jun's film 'Rectangle, Triangle' (written, directed, and produced by Lee Hee-jun, co-produced by BH Entertainment, distributed by Film Dabin) is set to premiere on the 21st, unveiling an official poster that leaves a strong impression. This marks his return to directing after eight years since his short film 'Byeong-hoon's Day' (2018).

Selected as an official invitation to the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival, 'Rectangle, Triangle' has already been recognized for its artistic value. The film portrays the story of a family gathering meant to be pleasant, but old conflicts resurface, leading to unpredictable chaos. It sharply and humorously captures the escalation of everyday conflicts into unforeseen commotion, revealing the deep-seated emotions within a family, leaving a lasting impact on the audience.

The official poster dramatically depicts a moment of intense family confrontation over rough red typography. The image of family members shouting at each other aligns with the unique tagline 'A Comedy of a Family That Can't Communicate,' heightening anticipation for the blend of humor and catastrophe. The phrase "Let's communicate, we're family!" encapsulates the film's exploration of family meetings, emotional clashes, and the breakdown and explosion of relationships, sparking curiosity.

Lee Hee-jun, known for his nuanced emotional performances as an actor, takes on the roles of director and writer for his second directorial project since 'Byeong-hoon's Day' (2018), offering a personal perspective on the familiar dynamics of family. The film features a strong cast, including Jin Seon-kyu, Oh Eui-sik, Oh Yong, Kwon So-hyun, Jung Jong-jun, Lee Jae-shin, Kim Hee-jung, Jung Yeon, Lee Ha-rang, Heo Myung-haeng, and Lee Hye-jung, whose realistic performances enhance the film's quality.

As humor and catastrophe collide, the everyday life of the closest relationships spirals into unpredictable chaos. 'Rectangle, Triangle' presents relatable conflicts with wit, promising to deliver unique laughter and empathy to theaters early this year.

'Rectangle, Triangle' will be released in theaters on the 21st.

By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr