Chulho Seo
An icon of South Korean cinema, Chulho Seo was born in 1941 in Seoul, South Korea. Active from the late 1960s through the early 2000s, Seo specialized in drama and action genres, creating highly acclaimed films such as "The General's Mustache" and "A Day Off," which earned him several awards, including the prestigious Blue Dragon Film Award. His directorial style is characterized by its sharp social critique, often unveiling the harsh realities of Korean society, and its deep humanism, always centering on the human spirit amidst adversities. Chulho Seo is not just a filmmaker, he is a storyteller whose lens penetrates the heart of the human condition, leaving an indelible mark on South Korean cinema.