Cannes reporter draws flak after 'rude' remarks on Korean cast of 'Hope'

An unidentified reporter sparked accusations of racism after seemingly brushing aside the Korean cast members of the film “Hope” during a press conference at the Cannes Film Festival. The female journalist, whose name and outlet were not identified, reportedly only addressed Hollywood cast members Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander at the media event held on Monday, May 18. According to Korean media outlet Korea JoongAng Daily, the reporter greeted the two actors before saying, “I don’t know the rest of you” — referring to director Na Hong-jin, Korean cast members Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon and Canadian actress Taylor Russell who were […]... Keep on reading: Cannes reporter draws flak after 'rude' remarks on Korean cast of 'Hope'

Original source: Philippine Daily Inquirer