The cast and crew of Bong Joon Ho’s latest film, Mickey 17, walked the red carpet at its world premiere in London, with stars gushing over the director’s innovative storytelling.
Bong Joon Ho’s first feature since his Oscar sweep with Parasite, Mickey 17 is a sci-fi black comedy that follows space colonist Mickey Barnes as he undergoes human printing technology to be reborn multiple times. The film boasts an all-star cast, including Robert Pattinson and Naomi Ackie.
Pattinson praised Bong as “one of the top five directors working today,” citing his bucket list director since childhood. Ackie echoed this sentiment, calling Bong a “dream” to work with, who combines compassion, warmth, and dedication into every project. The two actors shared their experiences on set, praising the director’s ability to create an inspiring and chaotic work environment.
The film’s exploration of human printing technology is reminiscent of current debates about AI, with Bong stating that people often struggle to understand the implications of this advanced technology. Pattinson plays Mickey 17 and 18, bringing different characteristics to each iteration. Ackie’s character Nasha is central to the story, as a love interest who fiercely defends Mickey through all his phases.
The film is based on Edward Ashton’s novel Mickey 7, which was adapted for the screen with an increased number of iterations to reflect the human printing technology concept. Bong explained that he wanted to explore Mickey’s journey beyond suffering and provide hope and optimism through his story.
The cast and crew were welcomed by excited fans at the premiere, with many praising Bong’s dedication and creativity. Yeun, who worked with Bong on Okja, described him as an “incredible artist” who allows participants to engage deeply with the project.
The film brings glamour to the 75th edition of the Berlin Film Festival, marking a special moment in Bong’s career. As fans eagerly await Mickey 17’s release, it is clear that this director continues to push boundaries and inspire his cast and crew.
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