Tag: Michael Fassbender

The cast of director Na Hong-jin's new film ″Hope″ attend a press conference for the film during the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival, in Cannes, France, on May 18. From left, actors Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander, Hwang Jung-min and director Na. [EPA/YONHAP]

Cannes journalist's remark at 'Hope' press conference draws accusations of racism

Anticipation for director Na Hong-jin’s new film “Hope” currently in competition at Cannes Film Festival has been stained with negativity as a journalist’s question during the official press conference drew accusations of racism against cast members.

2026.5.21

Na Hong-jin to direct 'Hope,' starring Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander

Director Na Hong-jin will helm a new film “Hope” with Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander joining the cast. Na, who directed the critically and commercially acclaimed classic “The Chaser” (2008), the Cannes-selected “The Yellow Sea” (2010)...