Cultural figures including internationally acclaimed “Parasite” director Bong Joon-ho criticized police and media outlets in connection with the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun. They said they would band in unity to submit the so-called “Lee Sun-kyun Act” to protect artists’ human rights. Lee, 48, died last month amid a weekslong police investigation into allegations he had used illegal drug.
South Korean actors, artists and filmmakers turned out in force, calling for a probe into the circumstances behind actor Lee Sun-kyun death. The actor, 48, died last month amid a weekslong police investigation into allegations he had used illegal drugs. The Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists (direct translation), a newly established organization of 29 culture and arts groups including the Busan Film Festiv.
Parasite director Bong Joon Hoo, singer-composer Yoon Jong Shin, and more to make significant announcements for justice and change for cultural artists after the tragic passing of actor Lee Sun Kyun.