On the afternoon of the 29th, a screening of the film "Leaving Mother" was held at Seoul CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Yongsan, Seoul.
A media preview and press conference for "Mom" was held.
Actor Jung Il Woo participated and spoke about the meaning of the work. The work is about a son named Hwang who works as a barber in the town and takes care of his mother who has Alzheimer's disease by himself.
A touching human story about a man who takes his mother to visit his brother in Korea, whom he has never met. Jung Il Woo is a young man who is a kind lover of his mother, Jung, who is gradually losing her memory due to Alzheimer's disease.
He appeared as Min and showed impressive acting. The Korean and Vietnamese production companies unanimously chose Jung Il Woo to play the role of Jeong Min, who must portray a kind and considerate character.
On the day of the shoot, when it was revealed that he was not being paid, Jung Il Woo said, "It's a really good production, and the memories I had in Vietnam have left a lasting impression on me, so I decided to participate."
He continued, "I'm glad that I have a new title as an actor. In Vietnam, I've been known for 'High Kick', so
"At the time, I was called 'the son of Vietnam,' but now that I'm being called 'the son-in-law of Vietnam' through this project, I've really realised I've gotten old," he said with a laugh.
This film, which has become a hot topic, showcases the beautiful relationship and marriage between the two, with Juliet Bao Ngoc Doli playing the young version of the mother.
The film has already become a hit in Vietnam, with audiences exceeding 2 million. Jung Il Woo said, "The reaction is much better than I expected, and I'm grateful. I'm not the main character, so I'm grateful to my Vietnamese co-stars.
"I hope the actor's feelings will be conveyed more clearly," he said. "I left my mother behind, and this is a touching story of a family that connects the heartfelt words that can be conveyed even without understanding the words."
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