Lee Chang-dong's Films Hit Netflix After Venice Win

Acclaimed director Lee Chang-dong's filmography is becoming more accessible globally through Netflix. This development follows the recent Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize win for his latest film, Possible Love, at the Venice Film Festival. Several of Lee's earlier works, including Green Fish and Secret Sunshine, are already available on the streaming service in regions like Italy, the UK, France, Australia, and New Zealand. Peppermint Candy and Oasis also began streaming on Netflix in Italy and Spain on September 4. Possible Love, Lee's first directorial effort in eight years, garnered significant attention at Venice. The film is scheduled for theatrical releases in South Korea on September 23, followed by Australia and New Zealand on October 22, and a broader release in the US, UK, Japan, and Canada on October 23. A global Netflix premiere is slated for November 6. Furthermore, Possible Love has been selected as South Korea's official entry for the Academy Awards' Best International Feature category. Lee Chang-dong's distinguished career, starting with Green Fish in 1997, includes accolades such as Best Director at the 2002 Venice Film Festival for Oasis and Best Screenplay at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival for Poetry. He also received the Ebert Director Award at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival. Possible Love explores the intersecting lives of two couples.