Park Chan-wook, Song Kang-ho, Lee Byung-hun, Lee Yong-ah... ”JSA” reunites for the first time in 25 years

The main cast of the movie "JSA" (director: Park Chan-wook) gathered in commemoration of the movie being selected as CJ ENM's 30th anniversary Visionary work, and a photo shoot for "ELLE" was released on the 18th.
It was released on the 20th. "JSA" was named in the film category of the Visionary selections announced by CJ ENM in commemoration of its 30th anniversary. It has a wide-ranging influence on the Korean content industry as a whole.
"JSA" was selected as a Visionary for its impact on the world and was recognized as a work that has been loved for a long time. It was the first film to be screened at the "Homecomi" event held at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall on the 4th.
Through the "25th Anniversary Special," the group met with about 900 people in attendance and received a warm response. To celebrate this monumental meeting, a photoshoot and interview with "ELLE" was held on the same day.
The photo shoot, which featured the main cast of "JSA," captured the viewer's attention with its smiley yet profound aura.
In the interview, Director Park Chan-wook and the actors reminisced about those times and shared their special feelings. Director Park Chan-wook said, "At that time, box office success and good reviews were important, but as a director,
Kiwami's goal is to create a work that people can enjoy even after many years have passed. JSA has been loved for 25 years already, so I'm happy that I've achieved that goal for now.
I think it's the achievement of the actors who have waited patiently for the drama, and I hope they will continue to love it for a long time to come." Song Kang-ho praised the actors, saying, "Thanks to them, I was able to fully enjoy the charm of the movie.
I think I miss it the most. I've been an actor for a long time and I've had a lot of twists and turns and good moments, but that was the first good moment for me.
Lee Byung Hun said, "Film is also known as a 100-year art. Even after time has passed, there are still good stories to look back on. I think filmmakers are impressed by this fact.
"It's something to be proud of. I think 'JSA' is probably that kind of production, which is why we were able to have such a proud moment today."
Lee Yong said, "Sophie (the character I play) is someone who is in between and has an ambiguous identity.
It's a very emotional scene. I remember having many discussions with the director at the time and trying my best to express it well. Even now, I get very emotional when I think about the ending scene.
"I think I was able to spend my 30s well because I met Sophie and this movie at the end of the year," Kim Taewoo said. "'JSA' is a meaningful and interesting film that has both artistic value and box office success.
It is a rare film with a sense of innocence. Above all, I think the most important value of this film is that it depicts a theme that can only be dealt with in Korea and in Korean films.
I can vividly recall the memories of walking happily to the set every day with my seniors (Jungle Star) and (Shin) Ha-kyun," he said, showing his extraordinary affection for the work.
Even after 25 years, the movie "JSA" still leaves a deep impression on viewers. This is a fascinating photo spread and interview featuring the main characters of the movie.
The views can be seen in the March issue of ELLE and on the website.