“In Front of Your Face,” in which Hong played the roles of director, screenwriter, cinematographer, editor and composer, is the director’s 11th entry to Cannes, marking the most among Korean directors.
According to the festival’s 2021 official lineup announced Thursday, “In Front of Your Face” was listed in Cannes Premieres, a new section dedicated to works from well-established filmmakers.
Hong was invited with nine other filmmakers, including Arnaud Desplechin of “Deception,” Mathieu Amalric of “Hold Me Tight,” Andrea Arnold of “Cow” and Charlotte Gainsbourg of “Jane Par Charlotte.”
Hong Sang Soo’s 26th feature film in a lineup for Cannes premieres.
