Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-ho returns home to hero’s welcome

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South Korean film director Bong Joon-ho made a triumphant return home on Sunday after capturing four Oscar titles, including best picture for his black comedy thriller “Parasite.” | TheKoreaHerald AsiaNewsNetwork

“Parasite” won four titles — best picture, best director, best screenplay and best international feature, becoming the first non-English language film to win the Oscars’ grand prize in the 92-year history of the Academy Awards on Feb. 9.

“It was a long journey in the United States and I felt lighthearted as I wrapped it up,” he said. “Now I’m happy that I can quietly return to my original work of creating.” He also appreciated the South Korean people’s efforts to cope with the novel coronavirus COVID-19. South Korea has reported 29 confirmed cases of the contagious virus as of Sunday.

“I would like send a round of applause back to all Koreans for dealing so well with the coronavirus,” he said. “I will join the effort to overcome the corona by washing my hands diligently.” Bong will have a press conference in Seoul on Wednesday with film crew members, actors and actresses.

 

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