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Korean Director Na Hong-jin on the Meaning Behind ‘Hope’ and His Sequel Plans: “Don’t Be Surprised If He Crosses Over to the North”

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

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The auteur discusses the unlikely real-life inspiration behind his cosmic action tragedy, the film’s divisive reception and why he may return to bloodier territory before shooting part two: “I can feel the darkness calling to me.”…

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  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:30:00 UTC.

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