Geon-yong Park

Master of South Korean cinema, Geon-yong Park was born in 1946 in Seoul, South Korea. Acclaimed for his contributions to the film industry from 1970 to 2000, his work primarily encompasses the genres of drama, romance, and thriller with his most renowned films including "I Will Survive" and "A Single Spark". His distinguished career earned him several awards, notably at the Blue Dragon Film Awards and the Korean Association of Film Critics Awards, with his unique authorial style marked by poignant storytelling and deep character development. An icon in his own right, Park's films are a testament to his profound understanding of human nature and his ability to translate it onto the screen.