On the morning of the 16th, a press conference for the film ‘The Black Nuns’ took place at CGV Yongsan I-Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by Director Kwon Hyuk-jae, along with cast members Song Hye-kyo, Jeon Yeo-been, Lee Jin-wook, and Moon Woo-jin. During the briefing, the director and cast provided valuable insights into the film, which narrates the tale of individuals engaging in a prohibited ritual aimed at rescuing a boy who is under the influence of a formidable evil spirit.
The sequel to the 2015 film ‘The Priests’, titled ‘The Black Nuns’, delves into the previously unexplored narrative of nuns who challenge restrictions to perform exorcisms. Director Kwon Hyuk-jae conveyed his respect for the original film and discussed the challenges associated with producing a sequel that meets high expectations, highlighting the importance of an authentic representation of the occult genre to enhance the storyline.
Song Hye-kyo makes her return to the big screen following her celebrated performance in Netflix’s ‘The Glory’, portraying Yunia, a nun determined to defy conventions in order to rescue a boy. In discussing her decision to take on this project, she stated, “Following the success of ‘The Glory’, I experienced a sense of pressure, yet I perceived this film as a matter of destiny. It provided me with the opportunity to delve into a different aspect of my character.”
Jeon Yeo-bin plays the character Sister Michaela, who aids Yunia in her journey to become a black nun. She elaborated on her method for embodying the role, emphasizing the significance of reactions and the conveyance of energy through both physicality and emotion. Additionally, she commended Song Hye-kyo for her encouraging presence during the filming process.
The two actresses demonstrated a profound level of mutual trust and respect. Jeon affectionately referred to Song as “My Unia,” highlighting her as a warm and charismatic presence on set. In response, Song described Jeon as her “savior,” which further elevated the anticipation surrounding their on-screen dynamic.
Director Kwon provided insights into the film’s distinctive premise, emphasizing the juxtaposition between nuns who are forbidden from performing exorcisms and their quest to transcend this limitation in order to rescue a child. The film’s appeal is enhanced by the inclusion of unexpected scenes and the unique traits of the two lead characters.
Set to premiere on January 24, 2025, ‘The Black Nuns’ aspires to engage audiences with its thrilling narrative and a novel interpretation of the Korean occult genre, while maintaining a connection to its predecessor, ‘The Priests.’