[Korean DVD News] Lee Chang-dong's Secret Sunshine [밀양] Up for Pre-Order!

Lee Chang-dong's long-awaited return to filmmaking after a hiatus of almost 5 years, Secret Sunshine managed to re-affirm Lee's position as one of the pre-eminent directors of Korean and world cinema. Jeon Do-yeon won the prestigious Best Actress Award at the 60th Cannes Film Festival for her performance and was named by Variety as one of the 50 most influential people in the entertainment industry. In recognition of the light she cast on Korean cinema throughout the world, Jeon was also awarded the Okgwan Order Culture Merit by Korean Minister of Culture Kim Jong-min. The film also just happens to star Song Kang-ho, a ScreenAnarchy favorite and one of Korea's most sought-after actors. The limited edition two-disc digipack distributed by Art Service Korea will feature anamorphic image for widescreen televisions (2.35:1) and optional English subtitles (on feature only). Bonus material includes audio commentary, making of, interview and theatrical trailer. The pricetag for the DVD is a little steep -- almost as much as the recent box set of Lee's first three films, and more in line with that of the Japanese releases -- which might lead some to wait for the Hong Kong release or the far-off US version.