What I'll give now is not an advice or a pep-talk.

It's just an experience of mine.

I'm just saying this is the only way I know.

Park Chan-wook is Korea's leading film director, screenwriter, and filmmaker.

He made his first debut as a film critic in 1983 and continued his career for 9 years.

From the late 1990s to the early 2000s, he worked as a co-screenwriter with director Lee Moo Young under the name “Bakridamae,” and is currently the founder and CEO of the film company Moho Film.

This class captures the steps between how he got started and became the Director Park Chan-wook of today.

Not only for those who dream of being a film director, but also for people who want to deepen their taste in movies

Please listen to Park Chan-wook's film-directing story.

Course effect

• You can learn about the qualities and attitudes of a filmmaker through the knowledge that comes from director Park Chan-wook's unique experience.

Recommended target

• Those who want to learn the unique knowledge of director Park Chan-wook

• People who dream of being film directors and screenwriters

• Audiences who want to deepen their taste in movies

• Industry workers in need of inspiration

Q & A

Q. What would you say to those who are considering becoming a filmmaker?

Because I have no money, have no one to guide me, have no education, have no experience, have no talent... These are the so-called “I have no” excuses. Well, I'm not a “you can do it” type of person, but I'd recommend that you try it before you get scared and give up. Anyone can make at least a few short films or write a few screenplays. So make a short film. This is the time where we can make films with our smartphones.

Q. What should I focus on when making a film?

The most important thing is this. Set high standards. Notice the ugly side of the world. Dive deep into the darkness of human nature. Don't make rough compromises by saying, “This is enough.” I always work by comparing my work with only the best films in the world. Even with that, this is the best I can go. So imagine your standards being low. It will take you nowhere. Don't be easily satisfied with your work.

Q. What would you like to say to the students?

My story may not fit your individual and specific circumstances. Other directors may tell a different story, or maybe give advice that completely opposes mine. I've only mentioned the things I've learned through my limited experiences. Still, I believe you can get a handful of help if you don't just take my words literally and understand the intention behind them.