Set in the historical context of the assassination of former President Park Chung Hee in 1979, "Land of Happiness" focuses on the story of Park Tae Joo ( Lee Sun Kyun ) - who was caught up in the assassination under orders from his superiors. and lawyer Jung In Hoo (Jo Jung Suk) - his protector.
Sharing with the media, Choo Chang Min - famous director for the 2012 movie "Fake Emperor" - said that through the movie "Land of Happiness", the audience will be able to "see that Lee Sun Kyun is an actor." What a wonderful pill.
If there's one thing I can guarantee, it's this: when audiences see this movie, they'll realize what a great actor we've lost."
Besides, the director also mentioned that the late actor told him that he participated in this movie because of the participation of Jo Jung Suk.
“ Lee Sun Kyun told me, he thinks Jo Jung Suk is a really good actor and he wants to work with Jung Suk and learn from him.
I was surprised by his attitude. I think such a good actor still has curiosity, desire and approaches acting with a learning mindset."
Hearing that, Jo Jung Suk was emotional and said he was very honored to appear in the same work with his seniors.
“Senior also told me the same and I thought he was joking. I'm really grateful for that. I also relied on him a lot. In this work, viewers will be able to see a heaviness and seriousness in Lee Sun Kyun that they have never seen before."
Jo Jung Suk said he was interested in this project because it is based on a historical event that many people talk about but tells the story of little-known characters.
“I knew about the assassination of the president in 1979, but when I first read the script, I was very interested in the story of someone I didn't know - a new character.
For me, it was also a historical study and when I played the role of lawyer Jung In Hoo, I had a strong desire to protect my character. That's why I want to be a part of this story" - the actor said.
Meanwhile, Yoo Jae Myung (as Chun Sang Doo) also expressed his nostalgia when mentioning Lee Sun Kyun. “When I think of Lee Sun Kyun, only beautiful memories come to mind. He was a wonderful friend and colleague. I still miss him.”
“Land of Happiness” - the last work with the participation of the late actor Lee Sun Kyun will hit theaters on August 14, in Korea. In Vietnam, the film has not yet set a release date.
