In an interview with io9, director Na Hong-jin and actress Hoyeon discussed the ambiguous conclusion of their sci-fi film 'Hope' and addressed speculation about future installments. The pair offered insight into their creative intentions behind the ending without confirming concrete sequel plans.
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· 2026-09-16
Squid Game star Hoyeon has revealed she pursued and secured the role of Sung-ae in director Na Hong-jin's sci-fi film 'Hope,' marking her feature film debut. She described a meeting with Na that convinced him to cast her in the part.
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· 2026-09-11
Director Na Hong-Jin's new science-fiction film, featuring Hoyeon, Michael Fassbender, and Alicia Vikander, is scheduled to open in theaters on September 9. The film follows a chaotic, high-energy alien encounter storyline that reviewers describe as unpredictable and unconventional.
gizmodo.com
· 2026-09-08
Director Na Hong-jin, known for 'The Wailing,' is releasing a new science-fiction action film titled 'Hope' in theaters on September 9. The cast includes 'Squid Game' star Hoyeon alongside Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander. Na has described wanting to approach the alien-themed story from a cosmic, wide-lens perspective rather than a conventional genre angle.
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· 2026-09-04