 It was also invited to the 2012 Berlin International Film Festival; it screened in "Generation 14Plus", a competition section of Berlinale devoted to films for teens.Commenting on the positive reception, director Lee Han told "Yonhap News" that the seemingly eclectic ensemble of characters who appear in "Punch", though they rarely receive the limelight, are present and active as members of Korean society.Lee spoke of how the warmth and honesty with which he tried to portray these characters and introduce their daily lives has resonated with viewers.