[Press Release] Netflix Debuts First Korean Original Animated Film "Lost in Starlight" on May 30

Brought to life by Director Han Ji-won-I, a pioneering creator of Korean animated films, and voiced by actors Kim Tae-ri and Hong Kyung, Netflix's first-ever Korean original animated film, "Lost in Starlight", premieres May 30. Set in 2050, "Lost in Starlight" tells the story of an astronaut dreaming of Mars and a musician with a broken dream who find each other among the stars, guided by their hopes and love for one another.

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The newly unveiled teaser poster offers a glimpse of the animation, with mystical pink sunset hues enveloping Nan-yeong and Jay's budding romance. They gaze affectionately at each other, setting the stage for this love story that has traveled 225 million kilometers to melt our hearts. Set against a starry sky, the near-future version of Seoul in 2050 is strange yet familiar. Retro objects like a record player and vinyl albums add a cozy, nostalgic touch, building excitement for the unique retro-cyberpunk universe that "Lost in Starlight" will bring to life.

The teaser trailer opens with the fateful first meeting of Nan-yeong and Jay, accompanied by the film's evocative soundtrack. When Nan-yeong visits an audio equipment repair shop to fix an old record player her mom left behind, she runs into Jay, and a romance slowly blossoms. Director Bong Joon-ho describes the film as "This visual masterpiece takes you around the universe", fueling excitement for director Han Ji-won-I's intricate and fantastical visual storytelling.

Scenes of Nan-yeong and Jay enjoying adorable dates in different parts of 2050 Seoul - Sewoon Plaza, the submersible bridge, and more - are beautifully depicted on-screen through director Han Ji-won-I's masterful drawings, capturing the heart-fluttering emotions of new love. But as Nan-yeong leaves for Mars, she inevitably has to leave Jay behind. How will the two navigate their journey toward their dreams and love?

Actors Kim Tae-ri and Hong Kyung, known for their stellar performances across diverse productions, lend their voices to Nan-yeong and Jay respectively, infusing this touching love story with their heart and soul.  

Don't miss the premiere of "Lost in Starlight", coming May 30, only on Netflix.