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[Interview] “There’s No ‘Gentle Melody’ in Our Desires” ‘Trainer’ Director Seo Eun-seon ②

[Interview] “There’s No ‘Gentle Melody’ in Our Desires” ‘Trainer’ Director Seo Eun-seon ②

With the release from prison of Sora (Kim Seung-hwa), her younger sister who has a criminal record, the everyday life of celebrity pet trainer Ha-yeong (Choi Seung-yun) begins to shake.
▶〈Trainer〉 Seo Eun-seon, the director’s interview continues from Part 1. Their relationship, full of mutual hostility, keeps creating tension in the film—and gives it a reason for incidents to happen. ​Yes. It feels like they each hold the other’s leash. Ha-yeong is afraid of Sora because of the past.
| 이화정
[Interview] “I’m Drawn to Dangerous, Problematic ‘Unknown Women’” Director Seon-sun Seo of ‘The Trainer’ ①

[Interview] “I’m Drawn to Dangerous, Problematic ‘Unknown Women’” Director Seon-sun Seo of ‘The Trainer’ ①

After her younger sister Sora (Seung-hwa Kim), who has a criminal record for murder, is released from prison, the day-to-day life of star pet dog trainer Ha-young (Seung-yoon Choi) begins to shake.
A noteworthy “intruder” has appeared in Korean independent cinema. A director who brings uncomfortable things, things you want to hide, and things that get under your skin right to the front—stimulating the audience’s senses.
| 이화정
Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

From May 2 to June 13, the “KOFA Cinematheque” at Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul will screen all 34 films by director Hong Sang-soo. Featuring alternating chronological and reverse-chronological screenings from his debut works to his newest releases, viewers can experience the director’s signature “variations” aesthetics. Rich supporting events include a talk with the director of the Harvard Film Archive, a cinematography master class, and conversations with the audience.
The Korean Film Archive has announced a retrospective of all works by director Hong Sang-soo.The Korean Film Archive said it will hold a special exhibition spotlighting director Hong Sang-soo’s debut 30th anniversary, titled “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction,” at the KOFA...
| Seongchan Eol
[Film Festival Update] 1,444 Record Submissions for the 2026 Chuncheon Film Festival, Opening June 25

[Film Festival Update] 1,444 Record Submissions for the 2026 Chuncheon Film Festival, Opening June 25

A wide range of genres—including documentaries and experimental films—are submitted in large numbers, quickly establishing the festival as a major platform for the independent film scene. The works selected for the main competition will be announced on the 30th.
A record-high number of submissions—1,444 titles—spotlighting the festival as a core hub for independent films, “2026 Chuncheon Film Festival”From June 25 to 28, “2026 Chuncheon Film Festival” will kick off in and around Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, with a grand opening.
| James choi
Director Yoon Ga-eun's 'Master of the World' Officially Invited to the Beijing International Film Festival... Captivating the Chinese Mainland

Director Yoon Ga-eun's 'Master of the World' Officially Invited to the Beijing International Film Festival... Captivating the Chinese Mainland

A remarkable achievement as 'Master of the World' advances to the Beijing International Film Festival, one of the two major film festivals in China alongside the Shanghai International Film Festival. The festival praised the film for capturing the inner lives of girls in a kind and powerful way, leading to the invitation. With a local release in China anticipated, interest on the mainland is at an all-time high following this film festival invitation.
〈Master of the World〉 has announced another good news with its invitation to the Beijing International Film Festival. Director Yoon Ga-eun's 〈Master of the World〉 announced its invitation to the Beijing International Film Festival on March 9.
| Seongchan Eol
Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

On the 5th, the Film Alliance issued a statement strongly urging the immediate return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the prompt establishment of a public forum.
The Film Alliance (co-representatives Baek Jae-ho and Lee Dong-ha) issued a statement on the 5th, declaring a full boycott of any cooperation with the current operation system of 'Seoul Film Center' and strongly urging the return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the immediate...
| Joo Seong-cheol
Hong Sang-soo's New Film 'The Day She Returns' Premieres in the Panorama Section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival

Hong Sang-soo's New Film 'The Day She Returns' Premieres in the Panorama Section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival

Black-and-white film starring Song Sun-mi... Director Hong states, "Commercial motives are boring"
Director Hong Sang-soo's 34th feature film 〈The Day She Returns〉 was first unveiled on the evening of the 18th in the Panorama section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival. This black-and-white film highlights a day in the life of actress Bae Jeong-soo (played by Song Sun-mi), who returns...
| 김지민
Documentary 'Voices of the Revived', Sweeps 4 Awards Including Japan's Kinema Junpo and Mainichi Film Competition

Documentary 'Voices of the Revived', Sweeps 4 Awards Including Japan's Kinema Junpo and Mainichi Film Competition

Directed by Park Su-nam and Park Ma-ui, Proving Artistic Value While Documenting the History of Korean Residents in Japan's Struggles
〈Voices of the Revived〉 has been recognized by several prestigious institutions, showcasing the strength of the work once again.The documentary 〈Voices of the Revived〉, presented by second-generation Korean resident documentary filmmaker and writer Park Su-nam and his daughter Park Ma-ui, continues...
| Seongchan Eol
Korean-German Association Selects '2025 Independent Film of the Year' '3rd Year, 2nd Semester' & 'Independent Filmmaker of the Year' Director Jung Yoon-seok

Korean-German Association Selects '2025 Independent Film of the Year' '3rd Year, 2nd Semester' & 'Independent Filmmaker of the Year' Director Jung Yoon-seok

Director Jung Yoon-seok, selected for capturing the realities of youth labor in 〈3rd Year, 2nd Semester〉
The Korean Independent Film Association (hereinafter referred to as KIFA) has announced the selection of Lee Ran-hee's 〈3rd Year, 2nd Semester〉 as the '2025 Independent Film of the Year' and Director Jung Yoon-seok as the '2025 Independent Filmmaker of the Year', reflecting on the valuable...
| Chua-young
Enjoy 92 Independent Films at Home... Opening of the '2025 Independent Film Library'

Enjoy 92 Independent Films at Home... Opening of the '2025 Independent Film Library'

Hosted by the Korean Film Council's Indie Ground, free screenings from February 6 for 20 days... Featuring popular works such as 〈3rd Year 2nd Semester〉
The Indie Ground, a distribution support center for independent and art films established by the Korean Film Council (Chairman Han Sang-jun), will hold the ‘2025 Independent Film Library Special Week’ from February 6 to February 25 for 20 days.
| Chua-young