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52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival sets record with 1,917 entries, announces 10-day celebration

52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival sets record with 1,917 entries, announces 10-day celebration

The 2026 Seoul Independent Film Festival, now in its 52nd year, received 1,917 entries, the most in its history. Submissions rose 6.2% from the previous year, including 1,715 shorts and 202 features, underscoring the strength of independent filmmaking. The festival is expanding its run to 10 days this year to improve audience access and will open Nov. 25 at CGV Apgujeong.
The Seoul Independent Film Festival has once again set a record for the number of films submitted, demonstrating the continued strength of the independent film sector. Ahead of its 52nd edition in 2026, the Seoul Independent Film Festival has broken its all-time record for entries.
| Seongchan Eol
Busan International Film Festival to screen 13 Japanese animated films, including ‘Hakujaden,’ which moved Hayao Miyazaki to tears

Busan International Film Festival to screen 13 Japanese animated films, including ‘Hakujaden,’ which moved Hayao Miyazaki to tears

The 31st Busan International Film Festival’s special program will showcase Japan’s first color animated feature, made in 1958, while ‘Metropolis’ director Rintaro and others visit Busan
The origins of Asian animation come back to the screen The Busan International Film Festival secretariat officially announced on the 31st that it will hold a special program on Japanese animation at the 31st Busan International Film Festival, which opens Oct.
| James choi
Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Five films selected at 23rd EBS International Documentary Film Festival, including Grand Prize and Jury Special Awards
An artistic triumph drawn from a family’s debt, and the essence of documentary filmmaking The 23rd “EBS International Documentary Film Festival” has named “Rebirth” by director Kim Myeon-woo the year’s outstanding film, one that shook the documentary scene.
| James choi
'Only One Earth Film Festival' brings 58 films from 29 countries to Busan to explore ways to survive the climate crisis

'Only One Earth Film Festival' brings 58 films from 29 countries to Busan to explore ways to survive the climate crisis

The festival opens Sept. 3 at the Busan Cinema Center, with director Jin Jae-woon's 'Song of the Trees' as the opening film
Climate disasters today, captured through 58 distinct perspectives The fifth annual Only One Earth Film Festival, which takes a clear-eyed look at the severity of the climate crisis threatening humanity's survival, will be held from Sept. 3 to 7 at the Busan Cinema Center and surrounding venues.
| James choi
Kim Hye-ok and Justin H. Min’s ‘The Flowing Journey’ Set for October Release, United by a Cross-Generational Ensemble

Kim Hye-ok and Justin H. Min’s ‘The Flowing Journey’ Set for October Release, United by a Cross-Generational Ensemble

Acclaimed film, winner of two awards at the 30th Busan International Film Festival, set for theatrical release in October Veteran actor Kim Hye-ok and Korean American Hollywood actor Justin H. Min deliver a seamless cross-generational performance Two stills offer a first look at the subtle chemistry between Chun-hee, whose smile is quietly wistful, and Min-jun, a lonely conductor
The Flowing Journey, which has drawn attention for bringing together Kim Hye-ok and Justin H. Min, will finally open in October. The Flowing Journey is a 2025 film that made headlines after winning two awards at the 30th Busan International Film Festival: the Korean Film Directors’ Guild PLUS M...
| Seongchan Eol
Busan International Film Festival confirms six for 'Actors House' — Kim Go-eun, Kim Min-ha, Shin Min-a, Ryu Seung-ryong, Lee Min-ho and Ju Ji-hoon invited

Busan International Film Festival confirms six for 'Actors House' — Kim Go-eun, Kim Min-ha, Shin Min-a, Ryu Seung-ryong, Lee Min-ho and Ju Ji-hoon invited

The 31st BIFF, opening Oct. 6, unveils a lineup expanded from last year.
Six stars with both star power and acting chops bring candid perspectives on their craft to Busan Asia's largest film festival, the Busan International Film Festival , will welcome audiences this year with an even more star-studded lineup.
| James choi
Samcheok Haerang Film Festival sets beachwear dress code, opens Sept. 4 on the beach

Samcheok Haerang Film Festival sets beachwear dress code, opens Sept. 4 on the beach

Director Jung Ji-young’s opening film “My Name Is” will screen as the festival offers beanbag and camping-chair seating in a distinctive beach setting
Beachwear takes center stage at Samcheok Haerang Film Festival as “My Name Is” opens Sept. 4 The two-day festival offers a unique experience with films enjoyed from beanbags on the beach, along with a five-film retrospective of director Bae Chang-ho’s work The 3rd Samcheok Haerang Film Festival...
| James choi
Jeonbuk Women’s Film Festival unveils 10 films, including ‘Namtaeryeong’ — a hidden women’s revolt

Jeonbuk Women’s Film Festival unveils 10 films, including ‘Namtaeryeong’ — a hidden women’s revolt

100% free screenings will be held Sept. 3-5 at Megabox Jeonju Gaeksa.
Stories of solidarity weathering the waves of the times: ‘Drifting, Flexibly’ The 19th Jeonbuk Women’s Film Festival is coming to audiences during Gender Equality Week. Jeonbuk Women’s Organizations United said on the 26th that it will host ‘HeeHerRakRak ’ over three days, from Sept.
| James choi
Cha Tae-hyun's 'Personal Taxi' makes history as first drama series invited to JIMFF; four episodes previewed

Cha Tae-hyun's 'Personal Taxi' makes history as first drama series invited to JIMFF; four episodes previewed

The eight-part human music drama, adapted from a webtoon of the same name, heads to the big screen ahead of its official release in the second half of the year.
K-drama heads to the big screen in a variation on music and healing The new drama 'Personal Taxi', starring actor Cha Tae-hyun, will meet audiences first on the festival screen. The 22nd 'Jecheon International Music & Film Festival' has made the unusual move of selecting the series as an official...
| James choi
5th Jangsu Mountain Village Film Festival draws 2,000 films from 201 countries, opens Oct. 8

5th Jangsu Mountain Village Film Festival draws 2,000 films from 201 countries, opens Oct. 8

About 20 of 2,159 submissions selected for screening, alongside a youth filmmaking camp and multicultural forum
Opens Oct. 8 at Jangsu Hannuri Center, with diverse side events focused on equality and coexistence Eyes from around the world are turning to Jangsu County in North Jeolla Province. The fifth 'Jangsu Mountain Village Film Festival', which drew a flood of '2,159' submissions from '201 countries',...
| James choi