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Sul Kyung-gu on 'The Moon': 'Felt like returning to 'Peppermint Candy' days, rediscovered my initial passion'
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Sul Kyung-gu on 'The Moon': 'Felt like returning to 'Peppermint Candy' days, rediscovered my initial passion'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Actor Sul Kyung-gu described his role in the new Netflix film 'The Moon' as a return to his early career and a rediscovery of his initial passion.
  • The film's production presentation was held in Seoul, attended by the cast and crew.
  • Sul Kyung-gu plays Mi-ok, a wife who supports her husband, a laid-off worker, through a challenging life.

Actor Sul Kyung-gu feels he has returned to his roots with his latest project, the Netflix film 'The Moon.' "It feels like I've gone back to the time of 'Peppermint Candy,'" he stated at the film's production presentation in Seoul. "I found my initial passion again."

The film, directed by Lee Chang-dong, features Sul Kyung-gu as the husband of Mi-ok, a character who endures a difficult and demanding life while standing by her husband after his dismissal from work. The production presentation offered a glimpse into the film's themes of resilience and support amidst hardship.

Sul Kyung-gu's reflection suggests a deep personal connection to the role, hinting that the character's struggles and the film's narrative have resonated with his own journey as an actor. The event provided a platform for the cast and director to share their insights into the making of 'The Moon,' highlighting the collaborative effort behind the anticipated release.

It feels like I've gone back to the time of 'Peppermint Candy.' I found my initial passion again.

โ€” Sul Kyung-guSul Kyung-gu reflecting on his role in the new film 'The Moon' at the production presentation.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.