Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Director Im Kwon-taek Awarded at Dubai Film Festival

Korean film director Im Kwon-taek has received a Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Dubai International Film Festival.

Im is one of the most successful filmmakers in Korea and has made 100 films during his half-a-century career. The festival committee praised his numerous and experimental works in diverse genres.

Director Im's 100th film "Beyond the Years" as well as "Chihwaseon " otherwise called in English "Drunk on Women and Poetry" were screened at the ceremony.

Im was one of three laureates who were honored with the festival's prestigious award.

Source: Chosun Ilbo

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