INTERVIEW - Sang-soo Hong on French Directors at D

The transcript discusses the influence of French cinema on a Korean director, who is considered the most French among Korean filmmakers. The director expresses admiration for French audiences and actresses, particularly Isabelle and Eva Balluper. A chance meeting with Isabelle led to a collaborative project.

What is the speaker's relationship with French cinema?

• They have never watched French cinema.

• They have a strong connection and admiration from French audiences.

• They are indifferent to French cinema.

• They dislike French cinema.

Why did the speaker decide to work with Isabelle?

• They had no respect for her.

• They met her by chance and were influenced by her talent.

• They did not want to work with her.

• They were forced to work with her.

What was the speaker's opinion of Isabelle before meeting her?

• They disliked her work.

• They had never heard of her.

• They had a great respect for her.

• They thought she was overrated.

Who is Eva Balluper in relation to the speaker?

• A director they dislike.

• An actress they respect greatly.

• A writer they admire.

• A musician they have never met.

How did the collaboration with Eva Balluper come about?

• At a film festival.

• Through a mutual friend.

• By chance.

• Through a planned meeting.