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The Footprints of Love and Cinema in the Film BY ANOTHER NAME at BIFF

The Footprints of Love and Cinema in the Film BY ANOTHER NAME at BIFF

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The Footprints of Love and Cinema in the Film BY ANOTHER NAME at BIFF

BY ANOTHER NAME is presented as a touching drama about a director who is diagnosed with a terminal illness and strives to complete his final work. This film directed by Lee Jeahan stars Inhwan Moon, Hoelyn Jung, and Miyoung Hwang, and is scheduled to premiere at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) on September 22, 2025, at Haneulyeon Theatre, Busan Cinema Center.

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The trailer BY ANOTHER NAME has finally been released and immediately caught attention. With a strong emotional atmosphere, this film tells the story of Je-hyeon, a director diagnosed with a terminal illness who realizes his life will not last much longer. This project is directed by Lee Jeahan, the director behind SOPHIE’S WORLD (2021) and THE FACE OF HWANHEE (2024).

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The film's appeal also comes from its cast. Inhwan Moon portrays the character Je-hyeon, racing against time to complete his work. Hoelyn Jung plays Soo-jin, the loving wife who must face loss. Miyoung Hwang appears as Ji-young, the loyal friend with a mysterious side. Meanwhile, Yiju Jung and Jiwon Sung complete the story with performances that enhance the emotions in this film.

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The story begins when Je-hyeon is diagnosed with a terminal illness. For your information, a terminal illness is one that can lead to the death of the sufferer and cannot be cured. Although aware that his time is limited, his spirit to create only grows stronger. For Je-hyeon, film is not just a job, but an important part of his life.

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Je-hyeon's ambition to complete his final project faces a bitter reality. Soo-jin, his wife, is initially reluctant to support him because she wants her husband to focus on his health. However, behind that, Je-hyeon secretly asks Ji-young for help in realizing his big dream.

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Unfortunately, Je-hyeon passes away before he can finish his script. From this point on, Soo-jin decides to continue her husband's work. This decision is not only a form of tribute but also her way of rising up and finding new meaning in loss. This film emphasizes that a work can become a valuable legacy that keeps someone's spirit and love alive, even after they are gone.

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Not only does it present a story of love and loss, BY ANOTHER NAME also brings forth emotions through imaginary conversations and the shadows of those who have passed. This element is what sets it apart from typical family dramas.

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BY ANOTHER NAME will premiere at the Busan International Film Festival on September 22, 2025, at 20:30 at Haneulyeon Theatre, Busan Cinema Center.