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Zogsool Sweeps Busan Film Fest with 4 Top Awards
14 Oct
Summary
- Mongolian-German film 'Zogsool' won four awards, including the top Vision of Jiseok.
- Korean film 'Full Moon' also garnered multiple awards at the festival.
- The festival's main competition awards ceremony was scheduled for October 15.
The Mongolian-German co-production 'Zogsool' emerged as the dominant force at the recent Busan International Film Festival, clinching an impressive four awards. Directed by former cinematographer Sakhya Byamba, the film's accolades included the coveted Vision of Jiseok Award, underscoring its critical acclaim.
Further solidifying its success, 'Zogsool' also received the NETPAC Award, the FIPRESCI Award, and one of the Hylife Vision Awards. This feature, filmed against the backdrop of the Mongolian grasslands, offers a narrative exploring the early chaos of the Covid pandemic.
Korean cinema was also celebrated, with Jeong Jihye's 'Full Moon' securing multiple honors, including the CGV Award and K-Movie Award. India's 'Selvi' by Sailesh Rathnakumar earned two awards, while other Indian productions like 'Birds In The Dark' also received recognition.
The festival's main competition awards ceremony was scheduled to conclude the event on October 15, marking the culmination of diverse international cinematic submissions.
