Disney+ original series ‘Pine: Chontteugideul’ and ‘Made in Korea’ have proven the “Disney Power” by sweeping major categories at the Directors Cut Awards.
At the 24th Directors Cut Awards held on May 19, ‘Pine: Chontteugideul’ achieved brilliant results, winning Best Director, Best Actress, and New Actor in the series category, while ‘Made in Korea’ took home the Best Actor award. The Directors Cut Awards hold a special meaning as the winners are selected and presented by the directors of the Directors Guild of Korea, making it a true choice of the creators.
Director Kang Yoon-sung of ‘Pine: Chontteugideul’ won the Best Director award in the series category. Director Kang created a highly immersive work, vividly capturing the survival stories of various people set against the backdrop of the Sinan coast in the 1970s with sensory direction. Meanwhile, Im Soo-jung, who showcased a side of herself never seen before as Yang Jung-sook, the savvy mistress of Heungbaek Industry, was honored with the Best Actress award. Having previously won Best Supporting Actress at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards for ‘Pine: Chontteugideul’, Im Soo-jung once again proved her outstanding acting skills. Additionally, Jung Yun-ho, who played the hot-tempered and seasoned gangster ‘Beolgu’, won the New Actor award, leaving a strong impression with his flavorful portrayal of the rough yet humanly charming character.
‘Made in Korea’ received explosive praise from viewers and ranked first in global viewership among Disney+ Korean originals released in 2025, announcing the birth of a well-made cinematic series. Hyun Bin, who convincingly completed the multi-dimensional aspects of his character as KCIA section chief Baek Ki-tae with an overwhelming aura and irreplaceable presence, grabbed the Best Actor award. Notably, Hyun Bin lifted the trophy at the Directors Cut Awards following his win for Best Actor at the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards for ‘Made in Korea’.
