Director Shin Seong-hoon, who passed away at 40, left behind a touching story of a genius filmmaker who achieved a record of 89 awards at international film festivals with “Thank You for the Jajangmyeon.”
π¬ The Heartbreaking Story of Director Shin Seong-hoon, Who Left the World at 40 and Achieved 89 Awards with “Thank You for the Jajangmyeon”
π “All the warmth of the world contained in a bowl of jajangmyeon” – Shin Seong-hoon’s last message to the world pierces the heart. π’
π From Singer to Actor and Then to Film Director
Let me share an amazing story with you. There was an artist who debuted in 2002 as a singer. That artist is none other than Director Shin Seong-hoon, who initially went through a period of obscurity while exploring various genres like dance, ballad, and trot. π€
However! With the belief that “there’s no such thing as giving up,” he also worked as an actor, gaining experience, and self-taught himself scriptwriting and filming techniques, ultimately making the miraculous transition to film director. β¨
This kind of versatility… I canβt help but feel both envious and respectful. Do you guys feel the same way?
π The Miracle of 89 Awards for “Thank You for the Jajangmyeon”
In 2022, Director Shin Seong-hoon directed “Thank You for the Jajangmyeon,” which set a remarkable record of 89 awards at film festivals around the world, including the LA Web Fest. πππ (There are so many awards that it can’t all be expressed with emojis!)
This film is based on the true story of a married couple with disabilities, capturing the warm humanity contained in a “bowl of jajangmyeon,” which resonated with audiences worldwide. π₯’
A particularly impressive line from the film was “The world is cold, but jajangmyeon is always hot.” Knowing that the director, who left us such a memorable quote, is no longer with us… itβs so heartbreaking. π
π₯ Notable Works of Director Shin Seong-hoon
Although his career was short, Director Shin left behind amazing works. Let me introduce a few of them!
- ‘Minors’ – A work that sharply captures the dark side of Korean society
- ‘God’s Choice’ – A masterpiece questioning human fate
- ‘Minors 2’ – A posthumous work that was in production (scheduled for completion in the future)
He is particularly recognized for opening a new horizon for Korean independent films. Which of Shin’s works do you remember the most?
π The Legacy Left Behind and Regrets
In May 2023, Director Shin Seong-hoon was found at his home without a will, which shocked many. π
In fact, when I heard the news, I first thought, “This can’t be true…” because Director Shin was currently working on ‘Minors 2’. He had so much more to offer… it’s truly a shame.
Director Shin Seong-hoon was a true artist who constantly challenged himself in both music and film, creating his own path. His passion and works will remain with us for a long time. π
β Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I watch Director Shin Seong-hoon’s “Thank You for the Jajangmyeon”?
A: It is currently preparing for release on domestic VOD services after finishing screenings at foreign film festivals. Please check for the latest information from the Korean Film Council!
Q: Where can I find the list of film festivals where Director Shin Seong-hoon has won awards?
A: You can check on IMDB or the Korean Directors Association website. It’s really amazing that he won a total of 89 awards!
Q: When will Director Shin’s posthumous work “Minors 2” be released?
A: The production team is working to continue Director Shin’s legacy, aiming for a release in the first half of next year.
It is really unfortunate that we lost such a versatile and passionate artist too soon. However, his works and spirit will remain with us forever. π
How about enjoying the works of Director Shin Seong-hoon and resonating with the message he wanted to convey?
