Kyung-jung Joo

An artisan of Korean cinema, Kyung-jung Joo was born in 1965 in Seoul, South Korea. His creative journey in filmmaking spans over two decades, from 1990 to present, with a notable inclination towards drama and thriller genres; his masterpieces such as "A Petal", and "The Way Home" have won him numerous accolades at home and abroad. Joo's authorial style is marked by his ability to weave intricate narratives that touch upon deep-seated societal issues and human emotions.

From the heart, Joo is not just a filmmaker, but a storyteller who uses the medium of cinema to paint vivid pictures of Korean society and the human condition.