Actress Choi Myung-bin shared a heartfelt experience with audiences through her latest film The Girl Dragging a Suitcase, which was officially invited to the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival.

🎬 A Story of Longing and Found Family

In The Girl Dragging a Suitcase (dir. Yoon Sim-kyung), Choi stars as Young-seon, a girl abandoned by her adoptive parents. When she meets Soo-ah, a tennis training partner, she is welcomed into her home and slowly begins to dream of becoming part of their family.

🗣️ Deep Reflections at Jeonju IFF

Choi Myung-bin attended audience Q&A sessions (GV) and the Jeonju TokTok program on May 2 and 4, where she discussed her complex role and emotional preparation.

"Young-seon may have been abandoned, but she's mature and confident," Choi explained.

"She desperately longs for a real family, and that journey becomes her emotional growth."

💭 Approaching Complex Emotions

The actress revealed her own emotional connection to the story:

"Seeing Soo-ah's life, I felt envy—but that helped me deeply immerse myself in Young-seon's character."

She also empathized with the struggles beneath Soo-ah's seemingly perfect life:

"Though Soo-ah looks like she has everything, she's also dealing with conflict and pain. That contrast gave me a more layered understanding."

🎭 A Powerful, Subtle Performance

Choi Myung-bin received strong audience responses for her delicate portrayal of adolescence, insecurity, and emotional depth. The role showcased her evolving acting range and ability to convey vulnerability.

🌍 Next Stop: Cannes

Choi's next lead role will take her global. Her upcoming film Sisterhood (dir. Yoon Eun-kyung) has been selected as a "Fantastic 7" project at the 78th Cannes Film Festival.

[Photo Credit: Prain TPC, Jeonju International Film Festival]