58th Daejong Film Awards (2022)
The 58th Daejong Film Awards, also known as the Grand Bell Awards, took place on December 9, 2022, in Seoul, South Korea. This annual ceremony recognizes excellence in the South Korean film industry. The event was hosted by Kim Tae-Hoon.
Major Award Winners
The 2022 ceremony saw several prominent films and filmmakers recognized for their contributions to cinema. The following table highlights the winners in major categories:
| Category | Winner | Work |
|---|---|---|
| Best Film | Decision to Leave | Decision to Leave |
| Best Director | Byun Sung-Hyun | Kingmaker |
| Best Actor | Park Hae-Il | Decision to Leave |
| Best Actress | Yum Jung-Ah | Life is Beautiful |
| Best Supporting Actor | Byun Yo-Han | Hansan: Rising Dragon |
| Best Supporting Actress | Lim Yoon-A | Confidential Assignment 2: International |
| Best New Director | Park Ri-Woong | The Girl on a Bulldozer |
| Best New Actor | Mu Jin-Sung | Perhaps Love |
| Best New Actress | Kim Hye-Yoon | The Girl on a Bulldozer |
| Best Screenplay | Park Chan-Wook & Jung Seo-Kyoung | Decision to Leave |
Ceremony Details
The Daejong Film Awards are one of the oldest and most prestigious film honors in South Korea. The 58th edition continued the tradition of celebrating both commercial successes and critically acclaimed independent works. The awards are presented to honor achievements across various technical and creative disciplines within the industry.