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entertainment2 years ago

"Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into Actor Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

"Parasite" director Bong Joon-ho and other South Korean creatives are calling for an investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who was found deceased in his car on Dec. 27. Lee had been intensely investigated by South Korean police over alleged drug use before his death, prompting extensive tabloid coverage and unconfirmed online rumors about his private life. The actor had passed two drug tests and offered to take a polygraph to prove his innocence, and had filed a lawsuit claiming he was being blackmailed by a bar hostess. Bong and others are urging officials to fully investigate the circumstances surrounding Lee's death and to revise laws to protect human rights in criminal investigations.

via Fox News|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#investigation
entertainment-crime2 years ago

Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into Death of 'Parasite' Actor

"Parasite" director Bong Joon-ho and other South Korean artists are calling for a thorough investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who was found dead in his car in what is widely seen as a suicide following a police investigation into his alleged drug use. They question the police's handling of the investigation and media's sensationalized coverage of Lee's private life, urging officials to protect human rights in criminal investigations. South Korea has strict anti-drug laws and a high suicide rate, with a history of celebrity suicides linked to online abuse and cyberbullying.

via NBC News|
#bong-joon-ho#celebrity-suicide#entertainment-crime
entertainment2 years ago

"Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into 'Parasite' Actor's Death"

"Parasite" director Bong Joon-ho and other South Korean artists are calling for a thorough investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in the Oscar-winning movie. Lee was found dead in his car after an intense police investigation into alleged drug use, which led to extensive tabloid coverage and unconfirmed rumors about his private life. The artists are questioning the handling of the investigation and the media's sensationalized reports, urging officials to protect human rights in criminal investigations.

via The Associated Press|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#lee-sun-kyun
entertainment2 years ago

"Parasite Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into Actor's Death"

Parasite director Bong Joon-ho and other South Korean artists are calling for an investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who played a role in the Oscar-winning film. Lee was found unconscious in his car and was under investigation for illegal drug use. The Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists has released a statement urging authorities and the media to prevent similar deaths in the future, following a series of suicides among South Korean celebrities.

via The Independent|
#bong-joon-ho#drug-use#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

"Parasite Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into Actor Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

Director Bong Joon Ho and other prominent figures in the Korean film industry called for an investigation into the police handling and media reporting of the late actor Lee Sun-kyun's case, which tragically ended in his apparent suicide. They urged authorities to examine potential lapses in the investigation and media responses, and raised concerns about unauthorized disclosures. The group also criticized media organizations for reckless reporting and discussed the need for legislative revisions to protect human rights in criminal cases and information disclosure.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#korean-film-industry
entertainment2 years ago

"Parasite Director Bong Joon-ho Joins Protest for Investigation Into Actor Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

"Parasite" director Bong Joon-ho led a press conference in Seoul to protest the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who died by suicide following a drug investigation and intense media scrutiny. Bong called for an investigation into police methods and criticized sensationalist media coverage, with support from various artists and cultural organizations. The group demanded legislative improvements and justice for Lee, emphasizing the need to prevent similar tragedies in the pop culture industry.

via Variety|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#lee-sun-kyun
entertainment2 years ago

"Parasite Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation Into Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

Oscar-winning director Bong Joon-Ho and other prominent Korean filmmakers and artists are calling for an investigation into the death of Parasite star Lee Sun-kyun, who died of an apparent suicide last month. The newly formed organization, The Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists, is urging authorities to revise the law to protect the human rights of artists and is holding a press conference in Seoul to address the matter. Lee's death came amid a police investigation into his suspected drug use, which he denied, and the circumstances surrounding his death have come under intense scrutiny.

via IGN|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#investigation
entertainment2 years ago

"Director Bong Joon-ho Demands Investigation into Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

"Parasite" director Bong Joon Ho is calling for an investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who starred in the Oscar-winning film. Lee was found dead in a car in Seoul after weeks of a police investigation into his alleged drug use. A newly formed organization is urging South Korean officials to continue investigating Lee's death and calling for media outlets to delete articles that do not fulfill their function as journalism. Lee's death came amid an investigation into his alleged illegal drug use, and he claimed to be the victim of a blackmail plot.

via New York Post |
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#investigation
entertainment2 years ago

Korean Filmmakers Demand Investigation Into Lee Sun-Kyun’s Death

Parasite director Bong Joon-ho and other South Korean artists are calling for an investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, who died last month in an apparent suicide while under investigation for alleged drug use. The Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists has urged authorities and the media to prevent similar deaths in the future and plans to hold a press conference featuring Bong and other filmmakers.

via The Guardian|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#investigation
entertainment2 years ago

"Entertainment Leaders Demand Investigation Into 'Parasite' Actor's Death"

South Korean artists, including Bong Joon-ho, are calling for an investigation into the death of actor Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in "Parasite." Lee died in an apparent suicide while under investigation for alleged drug use, with reports of being blackmailed. The Association of Solidarity of Cultural Artists is urging authorities and media to prevent similar tragedies, and a press conference with prominent figures is scheduled to address the issue.

via Deadline|
#bong-joon-ho#entertainment#investigation
entertainment2 years ago

"Korean Entertainment Leaders Demand Investigation into Lee Sun-kyun's Death"

Prominent Korean filmmakers and arts organizers are calling for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Parasite star Lee Sun-kyun, who died at age 48 of an apparent suicide. Lee had been under police investigation for suspected illegal drug use, which he denied, and his death has reignited discussions about mental health and the pressures faced by entertainers in South Korea. The Association of Solidarity Among Cultural Artists, including figures like Bong Joon-ho, will hold a press conference to urge authorities to prevent similar tragedies and revise laws to protect artists' human rights.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#bong-joon-ho#drug-laws#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

'Parasite' Star Lee Sun-kyun Exits Project Amid Drug Investigation Controversy

Lee Sun-kyun, known for his role in "Parasite," will be removed from the new drama "No Way Out" following a police investigation into suspected drug use. The production company is reviewing options to replace him. Two other films starring Lee are awaiting release, while the police probe into alleged drug use involving eight suspects, including Lee, continues. Korea has seen a rise in drug-related crimes in the entertainment industry, with actor Yoo Ah-in also facing drug-related charges.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#drug-use#entertainment#lee-sun-kyun