SEOUL, March 11 (Yonhap) -- South Korean actor Lee Byung-hun said Monday that he felt more comfortable acting in "G.I. Joe: Retaliation," a movie set to open in local theaters late this month, than in the series' first installment because he did not have to wear a mask as much in the sequel.
"There were many scenes in the first volume of the movie where I wore a mask. In the sequel, I acted mostly without wearing one. I felt more comfortable this time as an actor because I was able to express my emotions without limitations," Lee said during a news conference in Seoul to promote the film.
A sequel to the 2009 film, "G.I. Joe: Retaliation" is about the world's elite Special Forces unit, G.I.Joe, whose very existence comes under threat due to a plot by the ruthless Cobra Commander. With the assistance of General Joe Colton, the G.I. Joe are prepared to fight tooth and nail to defeat the enemy and save the country.
In the sequel, Lee reprised his role as the villainous ninja named "Storm Shadow," but his character undergoes a transformation as his unknown past is disclosed.
"Storm Shadow may look more and more cynical and icy outwardly. But in the sequel, there are scenes in which he explores his innermost feelings of resentment. I tried hard to show the emotional side of the character and think about what would be the main changes within Storm Shadow that we'll see in the new film."
Lee attended the news conference together with the movie's director John Chu, co-stars Dwayne Johnson, D. J. Cotrona and Adrianne Palicki.
"A lot of the character of Storm Shadow came from Lee Byung-hun himself. He brought a lot of humanity to what could have been just a cartoon," Chu said.
The filmmaker said the movie will satisfy Lee's fans across the world for he receives more screen time than in the first volume.
"Worldwide audiences wanted to see more ninja fights, wanted to see more Storm Shadow and wanted to see more battles between Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow, so we definitely had that in mind in creating this film. And I think that it will satisfy a lot of ninja fans out there and Lee Byung-hun fans that we accommodated them."
"G.I. Joe: Retaliation" is set to open in local theaters on March 28.
Lee Byung Hun Says He was Happy to Act as Storm Shadow Unmasked
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Lee Byung Hun got talking about his second piece of work with Hollywood′s G.I. Joe series.
The actor attended the press conference for G.I. Joe 2 held on March 11, and opened up on how he had been happy to act without a mask in the sequel to the original G.I. Joe.
"[Acting without a mask] was more comfortable in expressing my emotions," he said. "Storm Shadow changes a lot in the second film. In the scene where his trauma explodes outward after his secret is revealed, I worked hard to look more fierce rather than cool."
Storm Shadow is a key member of Cobra, and enters a conflict after learning about his past.
Lee Byung Hun also showed modesty about his ripped body.
"I asked Dwayne Johnson whether he has any scenes where he has to strip down," he said jokingly. "I have to exercise for months while eating tasteless foods in order to show myself in one scene, and I was worried my efforts would go to waste if Dwayne Johnson had to show his body also."
G.I. Joe 2 is about how the surviving members of G.I. Joe attempt to save the world after getting caught in a great scheme by the Cobra. It premieres on March 28.
'G.I. Joe 2' Director Jon Chu Says Lee Byung Hun Gave Storm Shadow Life
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Jon Chu didn′t hide his affection for Lee Byung Hun.
The director appeared at the press conference for G.I. Joe 2 held on March 11, and said that though Storm Shadow could have remained as a mere character, Lee Byung Hun managed to give it life.
He also explained that fans who had wanted a battle between Storm Shadow and Snake Eyes would be satisfied with the scene, and joked that the film would be a great chance for fans to see Lee Byung Hun′s perfect six pack in 3D.
Jon Chu is popular for his work with the Step Up series, and this time tried his hand at action with G.I. Joe 2.
[Ratings: Mon, 03.11.13] Lee Byung Hun Works His Magic and Brings 'Healing Camp' to the Top CJ E&M enewsWorld Grace Danbi Hong
For the first time in close to 15 years, Lee Byung Hun appeared in a variety show and worked his charms. His appearance on SBS’ Healing Camp brought the show back up to the number one spot after it missed out on it so many time with KBS’ Hello constantly rising.
From his acting journey to even Lee Min Jung, Lee Byung Hun’s honesty brought out a more friendly and comfortable image for the star. He didn’t hesitate in talking about past dating scandals with female stars or the debt and depression that followed after his father’s passing.
He may be a top star, but Lee Byung Hun made sure everyone would see him as an older brother on Healing Camp on Monday night.
Monday, March 11, 2013
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8:15 PM
KBS Cheer Up Mr. Kim 28.5
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1. MBC Horse Doctor 18.8
2. SBS Yawang 18.5
3. KBS Ad Genius, Lee Tae Baek 3.5
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1. SBS Healing Camp 9.5
2. KBS Hello 9.3
3. MBC I Am Your Substitute Angel 3.1
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When Lee Byung Hun had a press conference for the world premiere of his upcoming movie ‘G.I. Joe 2‘, he was asked about his relationship with Lee Min Jung.
He was asked, “You are in a public relationship, and when the movie opens, you’ll have a break. Do you have plans to get married?” Lee Byung Hun smiled and answered wittily, “That’s something I want to know as well.”
He then talked about his movie premiering for the first time in Korea and said, “I’m very happy and proud that the first world premiere is in Korea. Before, I felt like I was just imitating and getting chased around. But now that I’m the host, I’m a little pressured. I feel like I have to leave an impressive memory to the actors and directors that are here, and I want to show them a lot of things for their first visit.”
“And you’re not coming back, Richard Dreyfus, because you were shot in the head.”
Some unnamed people around here like to make fun of a movie like RED, because it featured an ensemble cast of older actors as former CIA agents and international spies, and that’s just goofy because Viagra jokes and broken hips, LOL! So forgive me if I’m a little more enthusiastic than a certain someone else today, because RED, which starred Bruce Willis and John Malkovich as retired CIA killers, is one of my favorite movies of the past few years, and I will stop whatever I’m doing and watch it whenever it’s on cable.
So when the trailer for RED 2 was released in January, I was extra excited, because Anthony Hopkins is joining the crew of old farts, and it allowed me to wonder if they’re going to bring back Brian Cox as Ivan Simonov (he’s not listed on the sequel’s cast) and maybe use some suspended disbelief to tell us that Morgan Freeman didn’t really die.
Well, good news for me, because Summit Entertainment is moving up RED 2’s release date from August 2 to July 19 because I’ve been a good boy this year.
RED 2 is Dean Perisot’s first feature since 2005’s Fun With Dick and Jane, and follows the first film’s characters as they punch and shoot their way through a globetrotting rogue’s gallery of terrorists, assassins and government officials to find a missing portable nuclear device. For its new date, RED 2will be put up against stiffer competition in Dreamworks Aniimation’s Turbo, James Wan’s The Conjuring and Robert Schwentke’s comic book adaptation R.I.P.D. (Via Cinema Blend)
So basically it’s going up against RIPD, because the little kids going to see Turbo aren’t going to see RED 2. Unless they’re awesome, that is.
Storm Shadow (Lee Byung-hun) reveals his face for the first time in “G.I. Joe: Retaliation,” the long-anticipated sequel in which he plays a more significant role. Provided by Paramount Pictures
“G.I. Joe: Retaliation,” starring Korea’s pride and joy Lee Byung-hun alongside an A-list cast of Bruce Willis and Dwayne Johnson (aka “The Rock”), will be released March 28 to fans that have been patiently awaiting the sequel to the 2009 hit that grossed more than $300 million worldwide.
Sienna Miller and Dennis Quaid are no longer part of the story, but fans of the action classic will be glad to know that Willis steps it up to give their money’s worth of fighting and explosions.
There is rarely an action-free scene in the follow-up; in fact, there are so many bombs and guns going off that it is easy to lose sight of the plot.
But this is perhaps what makes it an interesting 3-D feature. Adding a dimension caused the film’s opening to be delayed nine months because the higher-ups thought it would perform better abroad, according to TV and film Web site Screen Rant.
Shot on location at NASA’s Micoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans, the movie was directed by Jon M. Chu of the dance film franchise “Step Up.”
Chu is an expert in movement, and his skill can clearly be seen in a film that sacrifices so much of the story line, not to mention sentiment, for emphasis on bulging muscles, nifty imagery and roundhouse kicks.
From left: Lee Byung-hun, D.J. Cotrona, Adrianne Palicki, Dwayne Johnson and John M. Chu appear at a press event for the film in Seoul.
Despite the lack of human interest, the home crowd can look forward to the larger role given to Storm Shadow, the lovable foe played by Lee. He does away with the ninja mask and reveals the story behind the baddie.
“In the second movie, I’m a lot more expressive,” Lee said at a press conference held on Monday for the film’s world premiere, which took place in Seoul of all places.
Joined by cast members Adrianne Palicki, D.J. Cotrona and Johnson as well as Chu, Lee was quick to point out his significance to the plot.
“I speak a lot more and have a wider range of emotions,” said Lee, who confessed that it was hard work trying to portray a character through a ninja mask in the first film. “All that you saw were my eyes and movements.”
Although essentially playing a character that is typecast for Asian actors, the 42-year-old Lee has really made a mark in Hollywood, landing a lead in a $185 million production. His feat is particularly impressive given that the actor was born and worked in Korea for most of his professional life.
The Hollywood actors in turn said they were star struck by the actor referred to as “Byunsama” (“-sama” is an honorific in Japanese) throughout Asia.
“To meet and work with someone like Lee was an honor and an experience,” said Palicki who plays the token sexy female, Lady Jaye.
She added that Lee’s fame will surely catch on in Hollywood just as it has in Asia.
“I absolutely think he’ll do well in Hollywood. He’s sexy and talented,” Palicki explained.
Meanwhile Johnson said that he also has a lot of respect for his Korean co-star’s physical preparation and strict exercise regime.
“His discipline as an actor is one of the greatest things about him,” said Johnson, a pro wrestler turned actor. “I’m a big believer in discipline and Lee Byung-hun.”
Meanwhile Lee was quick to return the favor by heaping praise on his brawny co-star.
“He says that I’m disciplined, but really his whole life is about discipline,” said Lee, who admitted that he was ashamed of his size when next to the Hollywood heavyweight.
Despite being the smaller man, for his part, Lee said he played the role of gracious host by showing the cast around town, helping them taste the real Korea, including “needless to say, soju.”
As for the film’s potential at the box office, though, Lee said that was up to the fans.
“Of course Korean films are in their prime at the moment,” said Lee.
He is indeed at the top of his game at home. His latest domestic film “The Masquerade” pulled in 12.3 million viewers and took 15 of 22 prizes at the 49th Daejong Film Awards last year.
“But still, I hope you’ll like my Hollywood movie,” Lee added between laughs, especially because fans will get to “see me close up.”
As if that wasn’t incentive enough, Chu drove the point home.
“You get to see Lee Byung-hun’s abs in 3-D,” said the director, who is most certainly in a position to know.
Director Park Chan-wook has been there, and so has director Kim Jee-woon. Hollywood may not be an undiscovered place for Korean directors as of this year: They’ve made their debut films there, released them, and experienced the red-carpet glamour.
Hollywood, however, still remains foreign to most local actors. One of the few exceptions is top actor Lee Byung-hun, whose performance in his 2009 Hollywood debut “G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra” left a mark.
The actor is now ahead of the opening of the sci-fi flick’s sequel, “G.I. Joe 2: The Retaliation,” where he returns as Storm Shadow ― the famous heroic character who works as a ninja bodyguard doing epic stunts. Lee, who enjoyed much success with the Korean period drama “Masquerade” released last year ― the film remains the third-highest grossing Korean film of all time ― says it was his “curiosity” that drew him to Hollywood.
Actor Lee Byung-hun poses for a photo prior to a group interview with the local press in Seoul on Monday. (1st Look)
“It was more of curiosity (than ambition),” said the 42-year-old actor during a group interview with the local press in Seoul on Monday.
“Even after my second movie, I am still curious. I still wonder what I can actually offer in Hollywood and how much farther I can go with my career there. I’m up for new challenges and opportunities.”
Shooting his second Hollywood film required a number of things, including mastering every script line in perfect American English and getting used to the Hollywood filmmaking system ― which is vastly different from the one in Korea.
Both directors Park and Kim have shared their difficulties getting used to the system, which they experienced while shooting “Stoker” and “The Last Stand,” respectively. Unlike the Korean film industry, where all the crew members work on the set until the director is satisfied with the shoots, working in Hollywood strictly requires start and finish, each day’s work is done on time. Director Kim said the experience was “lonely” and “extremely challenging.” Lee said it was “efficient but intimidating sometimes.”
“Director Park and Kim were all in the U.S. while I was shooting this film,” said Lee.
“Both of them would often text me (when they were frustrated) and say, ‘I am going nuts’ or ‘I could just pack everything and go home now.’ I’d giggle whenever I received the texts.
“But seriously speaking, I think getting used to the system must have been much harder for them than it was for me. From what I’ve seen, being a film director in Korea is just totally different from being a film director in Hollywood.”
Unlike Park Chan-wook and Kim Jee-woon, Lee got himself out there without an interpreter. Throughout the shooting process, he communicated with all of the U.S. crew members without any help from a third party. Director Jon Chu, who worked with Lee on the film, in fact said the actor surprisingly spoke “perfect English.”
“I remember him coming into the project and everyone was like, ‘Oh, he doesn’t speak that much English,’” Chu said during a group interview with the Korean press during his visit to Seoul on Monday.
“So I thought this would be interesting how we would interact with each other. But then he came in for a meeting and he spoke perfect English. There he talked about how he wanted the character to be more emotional and real. He wanted to create a rawer, rage-filled character rather than just a cartoon character. It was great. We could talk about the things below the surface.”
Lee Byung-hun is undoubtedly one of Korea’s most celebrated film stars, having starred in more than 40 films and TV drama series. He is noted for his strong presence and nuanced acting style. Though he appears as an action hero in the upcoming movie, his previous roles include an intelligence agent, an arrogant business man falling for an orphaned woman, and a Joseon-period jester who ends up standing in for his ill ruler.
“I loved that he could be really strong and powerful but at the same time have a sense of humor about himself,” Chu said about Lee’s performance in Kim Jee-woon’s 2008 film “The Good, the Bad, the Weird,” where the actor appears as a villain.
“I loved that you were scared of him but also felt for him. That combination was very rare for me because usually I think in American action movies you are either a villain or a hero. The in-betweens are tough. And what I loved about Lee Byung-hun’s performance in all these movies is that he plays the line very well. He plays it and goes back and forth. And that takes a real artist.”
The G.I. Joe films are based on American board game company Hasbro’s toy and cartoon series. Lee’s character, Storm Shadow, is a Japanese-American who used to serve in the U.S. Army’s special operations group.
“He seems cold and cynical, mostly because of this traumatic experience he had in the past,” Lee said. “And there is this scene in the movie where he simply explodes with all the suppressed emotions. That’s one of the scenes that I considered the most important.”
“His acting style is very strong and he can be very intense,” said American pro-wrestler and actor Dwayne Johnson, who starred in the movie with Lee. The actor said he was unaware of Lee’s stardom in Asia until director Chu “educated him” about it.
“One of the most impressive things about Lee is that he is a very, very disciplined actor who takes his job incredibly seriously. Even in our world of cosmic mythology, he brings a very nice way to perform (his role). I’m very impressed with the guy. A nice guy, too.”
“G.I. Joe 2: Retaliation” opens in theaters on March 28.
In Healing Camp, episode 85, Lee Byung Hun revealed his reason why he decided to be on the show.
MC Han Hye Jin asked, “Did someone recommend you to be on this show?” Lee answered, “Actually, Lee Min Jung (Lee’s current girlfriend) is a great fan of Healing Camp. She knows my personality well and that I’m not an open person. I always thought there was no use showing myself up to people, that’s why I haven’t been on variety shows. Lee Min Jung told me that if I talk on this show, I’ll be able to feel a lot more free from trapping myself along with resolving all the misunderstandings and rumors.”
Source: SBS
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Byung-hun Lee Talks Training, Storm Shadow vs Snake Eyes, Weapons, Movies in Hollywood vs Korea and His Action Figure on the Set of G.I. JOE: RETALIATION
While some had issues with the first G.I. Joe movie, most would agree the casting of Byung-hun Lee as Storm Shadow and Ray Park as Snake Eyes was dead on. So when Paramount decided to make the sequel, G.I. Joe: Retaliation, while they brought in a lot of new actors, I was extremely happy they kept Lee and Park as Storm Shadow and Snake Eyes.
During a group interview on the set when Retaliation was filming in New Orleans, Lee talked about returning for the sequel, the training, how Storm Shadow has a bigger role in the sequel, the fight scenes, the difference between making movies in Hollywood and Korea, his action figure, and a lot more.
Question: We hear that you have a bigger part in this movie than in the original film.
BYUNG-HUN LEE: Yeah, that’s a good thing. [laughs] I think it’ll be more of his history. His history and we will see even his humanistic traits.
Do you have to train specifically for these movies or is this just the shape you stay in all the time?
LEE: You’ll see. Of course there are a lot of actions here. Much more, I think. They will use different weapons.
For the character, did you look at the comics or the cartoon?
LEE: Actually, Jon wanted to show a more realistic character. He’ll be much more realistic compared to the cartoon or those kind of characters.
We noticed your English is a little bit better than on the first G.I. Joe. Have you been working on your English this whole time?
LEE: No, no. Never. I’ve had to work a lot in Korea. There’s no chance to learn English more. I could be much more comfortable because I’ve been here three months. I could be comfortable here.
It sort of feels like Storm Shadow is off on a separate adventure. Can you talk about that at all? How many scenes do you have just by yourself?
LEE: I think definitely much more than the first one. I used to always be with Sienna Miller or Destro before but in this movie I’m with a lot of people, actually. There’s no specific person in this movie. I go around, sometimes by myself with Snake Eyes, Jaye. Maybe all of them, I think.
How many fight scenes do you get with Snake Eyes? I think the first one was two.
LEE: There’s two big fights with him and another big fight without him.
What are you filming right now?
LEE: This part of a fight with Snake Eyes. At the end, I’m choking him, but he’s locked my hand until they can help him.
Are you and Ray very much in sync with one other as far as choreography goes on fights?
LEE: Yeah, we’re both much more comfortable now. We know each and how we move. His specialty and my specialty. In this movie, he has a lot of fights. Of course, we’ve trained a lot together, but we need to train separately, also. We have other fights.
Is there a scene or a weapon you’re most excited about?
LEE: You’ll see. There’s a sai.
Can you compare and contrast making movies in the US and in Korea?
LEE: Basically, it’s the same. Or similar. But it’s real different, I think. The most different thing is that their pre-production is so short and the production is real long. But in America, their pre-production is really long but the production is much shorter. They decide everything from the beginning to the end. They edit and nobody can touch it, actually.
How long did you shoot for “The Good, The Bad, The Weird”?
LEE: Like seven months. Seven or eight months.
How important is it to build a relationship with your stunt partners?
LEE: That’s why we train a lot. Even if you don’t trust somebody, if you train a lot you’ll trust them eventually. But Ray and I are really good friends. We trust each other. Training is much easier.
When did you first hear about doing a sequel and were you excited to come back?
LEE: Yeah, I was very excited and a lot of fans of mine all around the world — Korea and Japan — were looking forward to it. It was ten months ago? A year?
How much training time did you have for this one?
LEE: Five weeks, I think. In my case, I’m not shooting every day. I have time to do some training. I train with the stunt guys whenever I can.
When do you wrap on this?
LEE: It will be the middle of November. Or the end of November, yeah.
What have you been doing in New Orleans?
LEE: I like the storms. There was a huge, huge storm, Storm Lee. Everybody made fun of me. “It’s because of you!” [laughs] “Okay, sorry.”
Are you going to be in more American movies?
LEE: I hope so. You never know.
Do you own your action figure from the first movie?
LEE: Yeah, I have three different kinds of figures. Fans send them to me. I have a few on my desk in Korea.
What’s it like working with Ray Stevenson?
LEE: When I first saw him, he was hesitating. He asked me, “Hey, did you watch J.S.A.?” I was like, “Yeah, of course.” I’m in that movie. He recognized me. That was one of my favorite moments. We could be really close because of that.
What about Dwayne Johnson?
LEE: Yeah, we had a dinner right before shooting. I said, “Are you going to show off in this movie?” He said, “I don’t know. Maybe. If Jon wants to do that.” “Don’t do that.” [laughs]
You’re a much bigger star overseas. Do your fans there appreciate these American roles?
LEE: Both. Some people cheer me on. Some people want me to do more Korean movies or tv series. That’s because of the cultural differences. Some people want to watch Korean movies and TV series that are so Korean. It’s both ways.
When this is done, where do you go?
LEE: I haven’t decided yet. We’re talking about a Korean movie and an American movie. I think I’ll find out a month later.
What’s been the biggest challenge on this film?
LEE: From the beginning to the end, everything has been a challenge for me. Working in Hollywood, especially in this kind of genre. I’d never done that before the first G.I. Joe. It’s sort of a fantasy action genre.
Can you compare the two directors between this and the first one. What kind of energy has Jon brought in?
LEE: I’m really close to Stephen Sommers. He was a really nice man. Their way of directing is really different. Really, really different. Jon is more Korean-style. I’m used to it. This is the first time I’ve worked with him, so that surprised me. I can work with him and feel comfortable and feel good. Even though the camera is rolling, he says “different version! different version!” Sometimes it’s five different ways. I like that. Acting is one of the most important things. He thinks like that. I like that.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM - MARCH 18: Byung Hun-Lee attends the UK premiere of 'G.I. Joe: Retaliation' at Empire Leicester Square on March 18, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Eamonn McCormack/WireImage)
Byung-hun Lee is a one of the leading actors of what is known as the “Korean Boom” in television and film. A mega-superstar in Korea, Byung-hun is finding growing international popularity, and not just in Asia either.
Films like ‘Addicted’, ‘A Bittersweet Life’, ‘The Good, The Bad, The Weird’ and ‘I Saw the Devil’ have given him critical acclaim alongside the mainstream television success he has enjoyed in his home country of South Korea – such as with ‘Iris’, which was adapted into a feature-length film.
As part of a round-table, we managed to get in a few questions with the magnetic actor as he visited Australia promoting G.I. Joe: Retaliation, in which he reprises his role as Storm Shadow.
How did you feel about swapping from being super-evil in 'Rise of Cobra' to siding with the Joes this go around? How do you feel about your character changing?
It’s a turning point. Seriously, I really like Storm Shadow. He’s selfish; he goes on his own way. Actually he doesn’t care about what G.I Joe is or what Cobra is. He goes his way. He just takes advantage of their purpose. Even though their purpose is different he just uses them. If you saw the movie, he just went his way. He refused Snake Eyes’ suggestions. He just refused them and went his way. That’s his turning point.
What’s the biggest difference between acting in a big film in Korea like ‘I Saw the Devil’ and filming something like 'G.I. Joe' and 'G.I. Joe 2'?
I really like those movies, actually (A Bittersweet Life, I Saw the Devil), that’s why I work with him (Ji-woon Kim) a lot. It’s not commercial film. There a lot of ideas of my work and his work but you cannot tell it’s a commercial film. I really want to do what I really want in Hollywood but this (G.I. Joe) would be my really good chance for a career. This is a really big budget movie, it’s going to be released all over the world, and if they think ‘oh hey, it’s really good’ finally I can choose what I really want. So I think this is a process.
Seeing as American films import a lot of foreign films for remakes, is there something you've been a part of that you’d actually be interested to see remade in the American style?
Somebody already bought A Bittersweet Life and Addicted, one of my romance movies…romance and mystery. I don’t want to join those remakes.
Is that because you’ve already done it and it would be uninteresting to play the same character – or a slightly different version of it – again?
Doing the same character is not a reason actually. I don’t think it’s boring, but I think that’s (the Korean original) the best one. If I make the same one I don’t feel confident that I can make it better. It’s got its own environment and mood that movie, so I don’t want to change the colour of the movie.
Of course, you guys just came from the premiere in Seoul; what was the reaction like in Korea?
Mostly, they’re working in the movie industry (those at the showing) and they like it. Korean people, they concentrated more about my performance compared to the story. It’s not right, it’s not fair actually. They just concentrated about me. “Wow, you’re better than in the first one!” Most of the reaction was like that; I couldn’t share the exact reaction of the movie but I think they enjoyed it.
Now that Chan-wook Park and Ji-Woon Kim have also made the transition over to Hollywood, do you catch up with them and do you see yourself reuniting with either and working with them in America?
You know when I was filming G.I. Joe 2 they were working in other states. Park was working on ‘Stoker’ and Kim was working on ‘The Last Stand.’ We just texted each other and talked on the phone, they said “this is crazy and I want to go home.” [Laughter] The system is so different in America. The studio and the producer is much stronger but not in Korea. In Korea, the director is king. He can change everything – even the budget sometimes! So they must have a lot of hard times. Then I finished and they finished and we three met in L.A. We didn’t talk about that. We talked and complained. I could tell that they think “I really want to work with Korean actor” and I do with them. With this kind of great director and a Hollywood movie would be awesome. Maybe they are thinking like that.
It would be awesome to see a reunion with either, or both! Thanks for your time!
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