Warner Bros. May Not Release Bong Joon Ho’s Upcoming Hollywood Picture ‘Mickey 17’ Director’s Cut, According To K-netizens

‘World of Reel’ stated on June 5 EST that Bong Joon Ho’s latest Hollywood picture ‘Mickey 17’ was delayed “has to do with Bong Joon Ho not getting final cut”. Bong Joon Ho announced the sci-fi picture was finished in November 2023, but it was delayed until January 2025. Sources say Bong Joon Ho and Warner Bros. disagreed over the film’s final cut, causing the delay. Warner Bros. wants to “release a more accessible version” but Bong Joon Ho disagrees. The announcement upsets movie lovers worldwide, who want to see Bong Joon Ho’s ‘Mickey 17’ in its entirety.After hearing the news, many Korean netizens commented. Some said, “Never trust your senses. Trust Bong Joon Ho’s only.” “I promise. Bong Joon Ho films are meticulous. All cuts were calculated. If you alter it, it tells him to throw away his finished work.” It’s unwise to interfere with Bong Joon Ho’s films. That guy has it all figured out.” “In the first place, Bong Joon Ho films aren’t meant to be for everyone?” “Bong Joon Ho… Let him do his thing.” “Hope they’re not treating him like this because he’s a foreigner.” ‘Mickey 17’ is Bong Joon Ho’s first film since ‘Parasite’ (2019). It stars Robert Pattinson, Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, and others.