The movie 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' held a successful production press conference at Lotte Cinema in Kondae on June 17 (Tuesday).
On the day the novel serialized for over 10 years concluded, the world within the novel became a reality, and the sole reader 'Kim Reader' joined the protagonist 'Yu Joong-hyuk' and colleagues in a fantasy action film
The production press conference for the movie 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' was graced by actors Ahn Hyo-seop, Lee Min-ho, Chae Soo-bin, Shin Seung-ho, Nana, and director Kim Byung-woo.
Director Kim Byung-woo first noted, "The charm of the novel I envisioned was how well reality and fantasy were mixed. The keyword 'the novel I only knew became a reality' was compelling,” adding that he quickly immersed himself in the original work. He continued to express hope that during the movie's production process, "It should be a film that the audience can participate in," and heightened expectations for the solid story and fresh settings that would draw viewers into the world with strong immersion from the beginning.
He further mentioned, "How to properly balance reality and fantasy was important, and the staff pondered that aspect as well. The same goes for the actors. Starting from reality, we discussed and shared how to act amidst dramatic developments to find answers," stating that they carefully considered various ways to visualize the vast world and story within two hours of film.
Additionally, he said, "Each character has their own backstory, and I pondered whether it was right to introduce all of them. The adaptation of weapons was based on multiple characters using long swords in the original, which I judged would help diversify the action and highlight the characters. In particular, in the case of Lee Ji-hye, the changes were made to give explosive power at the most dramatic moment," conveying the depth of thought and effort to reconstruct the film while preserving the essence of the original work.
Ahn Hyo-seop stated, "When I first saw the script, I was very curious about how it would be realized as a movie. It was a scale I had never seen before, and I became interested in the philosophy the film carries. I liked the message that it's not about surviving alone but that everyone must live together," explaining the reason for choosing the project.
He also shared, "Kim Reader is an extremely ordinary person one can see around. I carefully discussed with the director whether the reader's attitude would fit my acting," expressing his contemplation about portraying the character's internal and emotional changes and striving to create Kim Reader's ordinary appearance. Additionally, he mentioned, "There were many wire action scenes and action scenes requiring fast running. I think I have gotten faster at running," sharing behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the shoot.
Lee Min-ho remarked, "I think everyone carries their own important values and burdens in life, and Yu Joong-hyuk is no different. As I quietly cleared the script, I hoped for a character like Kim Reader to enter this world," expressing curiosity about the changes that would occur with the introduction of the 'reader,' who did not appear in the novel.
Chae Soo-bin stated, "In the film, Yang A is a character who realistically accepts and judges situations. I was worried it might seem unlikable at that point, but I discussed with the director to find a middle ground," conveying her affection for the character 'Yang A.' She also added, "I learned a lot during the process of creating action scenes together with the actors and staff," showcasing the strong chemistry among the cast and crew.
Shin Seung-ho commented, "Hyun Sung has a straightforward and solid nature. He is a character like a big, solid rock, so I tried hard to look strong outwardly. I wanted to embody the advantages I have as an actor into Hyun Sung," saying he has integrated his overwhelming physical presence and commanding voice into the character 'Lee Hyun Sung.'
Nana expressed, "I wanted to do proper action, and I was given the opportunity to do so and did it well. Being a character who shows through action rather than words, the action was important. It was fun to create the character. I realized that action gives me a lot of energy. Moving my body filled me with energy. I want to become an action actor," highlighting her anticipation for the character 'Jung Hee-won,' who will captivate the screen with dazzling action.
She also mentioned, "Before starting the shoot, we began shooting action scenes when our teamwork became solid and we were completely in sync. Thanks to everyone's focus, we were able to create impressive action sequences," also expressing gratitude towards the actors who demonstrated excellent teamwork in front of and behind the camera.
By announcing a vigorous start through the production press conference, the movie 'Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint' is igniting expectations among prospective audiences and will be available in theaters nationwide on July 23.
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