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'Possible Love' Dazzles Venice, Eyes Oscars
6 Sep
Summary
- Lee Chang-dong's new film 'Possible Love' premiered at Venice.
- The film is Korea's official entry for the Best International Feature Oscar.
- Critics praise the film for its acting and nuanced storytelling.
Lee Chang-dong's latest film, 'Possible Love,' made its debut at the Venice Film Festival on September 6, 2026. The movie, which explores the intertwined lives of two married couples, has garnered significant praise from critics.
'Possible Love' has been chosen by the Korean Film Council as the nation's official submission for the Best International Feature category at the Academy Awards. Netflix, the film's financier and international rights holder, confirmed a theatrical release in Korea, the U.S. in October, and other select regions to qualify for the Oscars.
Critics at the festival have lauded the film, with The Guardian awarding it 4/5 stars for its finely judged, beautifully acted, and novelistic approach. Time described it as a delicate drama about navigating life and connection in anxious times, highlighting its gentle and generous spirit. Various publications, including Screen International and THR, have noted its powerful, enigmatic, and transfixing qualities.
