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Bong Joon-ho: 'Parasite' HBO Drama Progressing Smoothly, New Film Ideas Abound

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

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  • Director Bong Joon-ho provided an update on the HBO drama adaptation of "Parasite," stating that its development is progressing smoothly.
  • Bong mentioned he has 6-7 new film ideas in development, though they are still in the early stages.
  • He also discussed his animated film "Mickey 17," aiming for completion this year and potential festival consideration afterward.

Acclaimed director Bong Joon-ho has shared promising updates regarding the highly anticipated HBO television series adaptation of his Palme d'Or and Oscar-winning film, "Parasite." In a recent interview with Collider, Bong confirmed that the project is "going very well" and is steadily progressing, though he acknowledged that it will take time to come to fruition.

It's going very well, it's taking some time but it's still progressing quite smoothly.

· Bong Joon-hoDirector Bong Joon-ho discussing the development of the 'Parasite' TV series.

The series, being developed by HBO with "The Big Short" and "Vice" director Adam McKay, has already generated significant buzz with Hollywood stars Tilda Swinton and Mark Ruffalo reportedly attached to star. Bong's involvement as an executive producer ensures his unique vision will guide the adaptation, promising a faithful yet expanded narrative from the original film.

Beyond "Parasite," Bong also touched upon his upcoming animated film, "Mickey 17." He is currently focused on completing the animation work this year and expressed a hopeful, yet realistic, outlook on potential festival screenings. "It's still early days," Bong stated regarding festival invitations, emphasizing that the process is organic and driven by the films themselves.

It's still early days... I hope the film festivals will naturally be interested in this work; it's up to them to set the rules and invite.

· Bong Joon-hoDirector Bong Joon-ho on the possibility of his film 'Mickey 17' being invited to film festivals.

Adding to the excitement, Bong revealed that he has a considerable number of new ideas brewing, with around six or seven concepts jotted down. While these are currently just ideas and not yet scripts or confirmed projects, they indicate Bong's continued creative drive and prolific imagination. Fans eagerly await further developments on both the "Parasite" series and his future cinematic endeavors, solidifying his status as a global filmmaking icon.

I have about six or seven ideas on my iPad, but they are just ideas. None of them have been written into a script or contracted yet. They are just ideas that are developing in my head.

· Bong Joon-hoDirector Bong Joon-ho on his current creative output and future project ideas.
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