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[HanCinema's News] Behind-the-scenes Stills Released for "Night in Paradise"

Concurrent with the release of "Night in Paradise" worldwide, Netflix released behind the scenes still of the movie as it was being filmed. The scenes depict an intractable environment even when the cameras were turned off. Netflix also confirmed that lead actor Um Tae-goo had gained nine kilograms in anticipation of his action-centered role in the gangster movie, which also featured shirtless scenes for the up and coming star.

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Um Tae-goo claimed that while filming, cast and crew felt like one united entity in an effort of good feelings. Cinematographer Kim Young-ho-III has bolstered this claim, stating that he could feel the leads warming up to one another as filming progressed. Much as in the movie itself, their initially standoffish relationship eventually managed to progress to light joking and familiarity, a vibe which was also communicated through to the screen.

Actress Jeon Yeo-been had strong praise for director Park Hoon-jung in particular, stating that he consistently expressed strong confidence in the the talent of his actors and carefully considered all their suggestions for improving the movie. "Night in Paradise" was releaed worldwide via Netflix on April 9th. The film had previously screened at the 77th Venice International Film Festival.

Written by William Schwartz

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