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Busan Fest Honors Ahn Sung-ki, Welcomes Thailand
20 Aug
Summary
- Busan festival honors late Korean screen legend Ahn Sung-ki.
- Ahn's personally selected films highlight 80s/90s career peak.
- Thailand named first-ever Country of Honor for market program.
The 31st Busan International Film Festival will feature a Special Program in Focus dedicated to the late Korean screen legend Ahn Sung-ki. This tribute, titled "Those Beautiful Years, Ahn Sung-ki," will showcase six films selected by the actor before his passing, concentrating on his most prominent work from the 1980s and 1990s.
Beyond the film screenings, BIFF will also publish an essay collection on Ahn's extensive career, which spanned nearly seven decades. The Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) has established a new Country of Honor program and has named Thailand as the first recipient for 2026, marking a significant bilateral partnership.
This designation for Thailand builds upon existing collaborations and aims to expand opportunities for Thai films and content globally. The festival itself runs from October 6-15, with the ACFM taking place from October 10-13.
