Jeong Seo-kyeong

Jeong Seo-kyeong
정서경
Born1975
South Korea
Other namesChung Seo-kyung
EducationPhilosophy Department at Seoul National University
Alma materKorea National University of Arts
OccupationScreenwriter
Years active2002–present
Organization(s)Korea Television and Radio Writers Association (KTRWA)
HonoursPresidential Commendation
Korean name
Hangul
정서경
Revised RomanizationJeong Seo-gyeong
McCune–ReischauerJeong Sŏkyŏng

Jeong Seo-kyeong (Korean정서경; born 1975) is a South Korean screenwriter. In 2002, she debuted as an independent film director and scriptwriter with the short film Electricians. She is best known for her works with critically acclaimed director Park Chan-wook, such as Lady Vengeance (2005), I'm a Cyborg, But That's OK (2006), Thirst (2009), The Handmaiden (2016) and Decision to Leave (2022).

She has received numerous awards and nominations for her screenwriting work, both domestically and internationally. Recognitions include accolades from the Asian Film Awards, Baeksang Art Awards, Blue Dragon Awards, the Chicago Film Critics Association, and the Sitges Film Festival. Her fondness for thrillers and the unconventional has garnered her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. Other than being a frequent Park Chan-wook collaborator, Jeong is regarded as one of the best film and television writers in Korea today.

In June 2018, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) extended invitations to its new members for that year. Among the invitees were 14 individuals from the Korean film industry, comprising directors, actors, and professionals in various technical roles. Jeong was among those who received an invitation as a new member.[1][2]

  1. ^ 2018년 신입 회원 발표한 아카데미, 유색인종과 여성회원 대거 초청 (in Korean). 2 July 2018. Retrieved 2018-10-21.
  2. ^ "AMPAS Invites 14 New Korean Members". Korean Film Biz Zone. Retrieved 2023-11-01.