Behind the Camera (2013 Film)

Behind the Camera (Korean: 뒷담화: 감독이 미쳤어요) is a 2013 South Korean film directed by E J-yong. The film is noted for its experimental approach, blending elements of drama and mockumentary to explore the filmmaking process.

Behind the Camera promotional poster — Promotional material for Behind the Camera.

Plot

The narrative centers on a director who departs for Hollywood, leaving his production crew and a cast of 14 actors behind. He attempts to continue directing the film remotely using digital communication tools such as Skype and mobile phones. The cast members, left to navigate the production without the director's physical presence, eventually organize a collective response to the situation.

Scene from Behind the Camera — A scene featuring the ensemble cast of Behind the Camera.

Production and Release

The film was produced by Lee Je-yong, Choi Jung-ho, and Choi Jae-won. It features an ensemble cast including Youn Yuh-jung, Park Hee-soon, Kang Hye-jung, Oh Jung-se, Kim Min-hee, and others. The film had a runtime of 90 minutes and was distributed by Filament Pictures in South Korea on February 28, 2013.

Festival Appearances

Behind the Camera was screened at several international film festivals:

2012: 17th Busan International Film Festival (World Premiere)
2013: 63rd Berlin International Film Festival (International Premiere)
2013: 8th Osaka Asian Film Festival (Competition)
2013: 12th New York Asian Film Festival (U.S. Premiere)
2013: 62nd Melbourne International Film Festival