Within the landscape of Korean film directors,Hong Sangsoo stands out as a unique and independent figure,characterized by a distinctive and original style reminiscent of some famous European directors from the post-1960s era.Upon closer examination of Hong's works in the context of a dialogue with the French New Wave,one can discern clear connections between the two movements in terms of themes,subject matter,and filmmaking approaches.In today's post-modern society,where private media is pervasive,Hong's creative style,which replaces laborious argumentation with leisurely descriptions,intense action with casual conversations,and journeys with on-location sketches,serves as both an inheritance and a renewal of the New Wave legacy.
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