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Scenario Writer SONG Kil-han Honored

The South Korean film industry recognized the achievements of the acclaimed scenario writer SONG Kil-han and honored him with a ceremony for his lifetime contributions in January. Among his ninety something works are scenarios for the IM Kwon-taek directed classics Mandala (1981) and the 1987 The Surrogate Mother (Sibaji). He is praised for his contemplation of humanism, a characteristic of his work.

Being recognized for lifetime achievements is usually reserved for directors and actors. SONG was also honored with the release of nine of his scenarios in book form, titled The Selected Scenarios of Song Kil-han.

SONG stopped working on films and teaches at the Korean Federation of Film Archives, but – reportedly – has expressed his interest in developing a new screen play.

SONG debuted with an award winning novel before the film industry attracted his interest. He would enter the world of cinema in the early seventies. He has reached the age of 67.