Lee Sang-woo

An intimate storyteller of South Korean society, director Lee Sang-woo was born in 1970 in Seoul, South Korea. Active in the film industry since 2007, Lee predominantly works in the drama genre, with his most renowned films including "Mother is a Whore" and "Father is a Dog", and while he hasn't garnered awards at major film festivals, his raw and often controversial narratives have made him a significant figure in independent cinema. His authorial style is characterized by a visceral and unflinching exploration of familial issues, societal taboos, and the darker aspects of human nature. Lee Sang-woo, with an undaunted courage to portray the uncomfortable truths of his society, is a cinematic poet who crafts his verses with profound honesty and grit.