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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
Under the Red Sunset, an Outdoor Movie Theater… Sokcho’s “Sunset Cinema” Opens for 4 Days

Under the Red Sunset, an Outdoor Movie Theater… Sokcho’s “Sunset Cinema” Opens for 4 Days

Every Saturday at sunset in Sokcho Port… From April romance to May family films—an array of genres awaits
A Harmony of the Sea and the Sunset: Sokcho Sunset Cinema 2026 Opens The city of Sokcho in Gangwon Province will kick off “Sokcho Sunset Cinema 2026”, an outdoor screening venue set against the backdrop of a crimson sunset and the sea, starting on the 4th.
| James choi
The Energy of Contemporary Japanese Independent Films at a Glance…2026 Japan Movie Festival Official Poster Released

The Energy of Contemporary Japanese Independent Films at a Glance…2026 Japan Movie Festival Official Poster Released

Co-hosted by the Japan Foundation Seoul Cultural Center and Etnine Film, the festival will be held from March 20 to 29. Screening a total of 7 films including 6 latest Japanese independent films and 'Ryuichi Sakamoto: Diary' set to release in April. The intense visuals featuring a diverse array of human figures and striking red typography heighten anticipation.
The 2026 Japan Movie Festival 'Login_Japanese Indie Cinema' has unveiled its official poster and is ready to kick off. The 2026 Japan Movie Festival 'Login_Japanese Indie Cinema', co-hosted by the Japan Foundation Seoul Cultural Center and Etnine Film, will screen a total of 7 films from Friday,...
| Seongchan Eol
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
27th Jeonju International Film Festival, Official Poster Released... Infinite Variations of 'J'

27th Jeonju International Film Festival, Official Poster Released... Infinite Variations of 'J'

Designed by Kim Young-na, based in Berlin and Seoul... Introduction of an Analog Production Method
The Jeonju International Film Festival has unveiled its official poster, embodying this year's aspirations. On February 19, the Jeonju International Film Festival revealed the official poster for its 27th edition.
| Seongchan Eol
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,...
| Seongchan Eol
Director Lee Sang-rok's 'Our Name' Premiere and Press Conference with Jung Soon-beom, Min Woo-seok, Lee Sang-ha, and Kim Tae-hyun Successfully Completed!

Director Lee Sang-rok's 'Our Name' Premiere and Press Conference with Jung Soon-beom, Min Woo-seok, Lee Sang-ha, and Kim Tae-hyun Successfully Completed!

〈Our Name〉 depicts the story of two 'Young-hyun' with the same name, navigating friendship and competition towards the same goal but different destinations between youth and young adults.
With the release of 〈Our Name〉 approaching on November 26, the media/distribution premiere and press conference held on November 17 was successfully completed with the attendance of Director Lee Sang-rok, Jung Soon-beom, Min Woo-seok, Lee Sang-ha, and Kim Tae-hyun.
| Joo Seong-cheol
[Interview] Director Um Ha-neul of '404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes',

[Interview] Director Um Ha-neul of '404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes', "A Melodramatic Moment That Triggers Multiple Viewings" ①

"The melodramatic device of this film was largely intended to resonate with Kyung-hwan's feelings as we watch the two people grow closer."
Cineplay Reporter Lee Hwa-jungSometimes, certain moments are preserved for eternity. 〈404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes〉 is a skillfully crafted feature that captures that 'moment' created by the subtle emotional changes between two adolescent high school boys.
| Cineplay
[Interview] Director Eom Ha-neul of '404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes',

[Interview] Director Eom Ha-neul of '404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes', "Melodramatic Moments That Induce Repeat Viewings" ②

"I realized that what I can express has indeed increased, and I came to think that way"
Cineplay Lee Hwa-jeong Guest Reporter※ 〈404 Still Remain, Our 5 Minutes〉 Director Eom Ha-neul's interview continues in part 1. If the introverted Kyung-hwan faces injustice every time, the extroverted and confident Jae-min is quite the opposite.
| Cineplay
‘Master of the World’ Surpasses 30,000 in Just 5 Days! Signs of ‘Unexpected Success’!

‘Master of the World’ Surpasses 30,000 in Just 5 Days! Signs of ‘Unexpected Success’!

Since its release, ‘Master of the World’ has topped the Korean independent film box office for 5 consecutive days, surpassing 30,000 viewers thanks to audience word of mouth.
Director Yoon Ga-eun's new film 〈Master of the World〉 has surpassed a cumulative audience of 30,000 in just 5 days since its release, maintaining the number one spot at the Korean independent film box office in its opening week, thanks to explosive audience word of mouth.
| Joo Seong-cheol