Director Yoon Dan-bi's 'The World Before' Invited to 74th San Sebastian International Film Festival

Director Yoon Dan-bi's new film "The World Before" has been officially invited to the New Directors section of the 74th San Sebastián International Film Festival.

The San Sebastián International Film Festival, where "The World Before" has been invited, will be held from September 18 to 26 in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, as the Spanish-speaking world's most prestigious international film festival.

"The World Before" was named to the New Directors section, which focuses on the first or second feature films of emerging directors. Previously, the film was also invited to the Platform section, a competitive category at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival.

"The World Before" tells the story of 17-year-old Jin-i, living on an island not connected by land, who encounters Du-jae, who returns to the island for his grandmother's funeral. This is director Yoon Dan-bi's second feature-length fiction film, starring actor Shim Su-bin as 17-year-old girl Jin and actor Kim Eo-jin as Du-jae.

Director Yoon Dan-bi made her feature debut with "Moving On" (2019), drawing attention by winning Best New Director awards at numerous film festivals and award ceremonies, including the Baeksang Arts Awards.

The film is scheduled for a domestic theatrical release in 2027.

(SBS Entertainment News | Kim Ji-hye)