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Korean Film 'World of Love' Captures French Hearts
1 Dec
Summary
- French distribution rights secured for Korean film 'The World of Love'.
- The film surpassed 150,000 admissions in Korea as of late November.
- It recently won the prestigious Montgolfière d'Or at Nantes festival.
The Jokers Films has secured the French distribution rights for Barunson E&A's compelling independent Korean film, 'The World of Love.' This acquisition follows the film's strong performance in South Korea, where it surpassed 150,000 admissions by the end of November. The deal was finalized between Manuel Chiche of The Jokers Films and Sylvie Kim of Barunson E&A.
Directed by Yoon Ga-eun, 'The World of Love' delves into the complexities of a 17-year-old student's life, exploring sensitive themes with depth and tenderness. The film has been a standout on the festival circuit, earning accolades at major events including the Toronto International Film Festival, Pingyao International Film Festival, and Warsaw Film Festival.
Its international acclaim culminated in winning the prestigious Montgolfière d'Or at the 47th Nantes 3 Continents Film Festival. The jury lauded the film for its courageous exploration of a universally denied subject, celebrating life and love through its rich characters. The Jokers Films expressed pride and deep enthusiasm for distributing the film in France.
