The long anticipated women-loving-women film "Heavy Snow" is finally making its silver screen debut this summer! It stars Hallyu superstar Han So Hee and rising star Han Hae In, who both challenged themselves with the sapphic genre for the first time! Keep on reading to know more!
Han So Hee's 'Heavy Snow' Debuts In Jeonju International Film Festival 2023
Hallyu fans couldn't hide their excitement for the forthcoming sapphic romance film "Heavy Snow" which is set to debut in the silver screens this May!
On April 26, the 24th Jeonju International Film Festival named the films that will be screened at its annual event.
Han So Hee's "Heavy Snow" was named as a competitor for the Korean section alongside "Small Fry," "Warm Welcome" and "From You."
"Heavy Snow" tells the heartwarming story of two young women whose friendship blossoms into a beautiful relationship as they share deep secrets and emotions while navigating their lives as they grow apart.
In the series, Han So Hee plays the role of Seol Yi while Han Hae In portrays Su An. They meet each other for the first time through the film, and they are expected to depict the beauty of love and youthfulness through their new acting roles.
The film is directed by Yun Su Ik who guarantees to deliver a realistic portrayal of young love amidst the ambiguous and bold world that we live in today.
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Fans' excitement skyrocketed after Jeonju International Film Festival announced its big screen debut. On the other hand, it will be screened at the prestigious event from April 29 to May 5.
Catch the teaser below, ICYMI:
Han So Hee Described As 'Perfect Star' For 'Heavy Snow' Role
Since her debut in 2016, Han So Hee has proven her talents and acting prowess through various acting works and film projects.
Unbeknownst to many, "Heavy Snow" is actually one of the few dramas that she worked on as a rookie actress. After four years, it will finally greet the public.
Director Yun Su Ik shared that he came up with the film's premise after surfing alone in the seascape with a heavy snowfall, which gives off a unique feeling of melancholia and dreaminess.
With this, he didn't hesitate to cast Han So Hee who he deemed as the "perfect fit" for Seol Yi. Because of the actress' impeccable filmography, Yoo In Suk believes that she will express the beauty and pain that Seol Yi feels in the work.
"I got a feeling that she's a delicate yet determined actress, so I didn't hesitate [in casting her]," the director added.
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As for the main point of the film, Yun Su Ik hints at the thin line that sets the boundary between fantasy and reality, which will create an aesthetically beautiful visual through his smart directing and his chemistry with the two lead actresses.
