Director Byeon Seong-hyeon’s "Gilboksun" Invited to Berlin Film Festival Special Section

Jeon Do-yeon, Seol Kyung-gu, Kim Si-a, and others star

The Netflix film 'Gil Bok-soon' has been invited to the 73rd Berlin International Film Festival. According to the Berlin Film Festival on the 14th, it will be screened as a world premiere in the Berlinale Special section. The Berlinale Special section mainly features notable works that showcase new trends in the film industry. It emphasizes a balance of popularity and uniqueness.

'Gil Bok-soon' is an action film depicting the story of Gil Bok-soon (Jeon Do-yeon), a legendary hitman in the contract killing industry, who gets caught in an unavoidable confrontation just before renewing her contract with the company. The film is directed by Byun Sung-hyun, who also directed 'The Outlaws (2016)' and 'Kingmaker (2021)'. The cast includes Jeon Do-yeon, Sol Kyung-gu, Kim Si-a, Lee Som, and Koo Kyo-hwan. Upon hearing the invitation news, director Byun said, "It was very unexpected and I felt great. I am thankful that 'Gil Bok-soon' was recognized first," adding, "I hope this is joyful news and a gift for the actors who worked together happily."