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Korean Director Na Hong-jin on the Meaning Behind ‘Hope’ and His Sequel Plans: “Don’t Be Surprised If He Crosses Over to the North”
The auteur discusses the unlikely real-life inspiration behind his cosmic action tragedy, the film’s divisive reception and why he may return to bloodier territory before shooting part two: “I can feel the darkness calling to me.”
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The auteur discusses the unlikely real-life inspiration behind his cosmic action tragedy, the film’s divisive reception and why he may return to bloodier territory before shooting part two: “I can feel the darkness calling to me.”
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