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Korean Films Shine at Cannes and Beyond
11 May
Summary
- Two new Korean films are generating international sales buzz.
- One film, 'Dora,' has its world premiere in Cannes Directors' Fortnight.
- A Korean female director made history with three consecutive Cannes selections.
A new independent film, which premiered at the Berlin film festival's Panorama section, has secured distribution deals in the UK, Taiwan, and Finland, following an earlier sale for North American distribution. This black-and-white drama stars Song Seon-mi, Cho Yunhee, and Park Mi-so and centers on an actress who struggles to recall interview details for her own film.
Meanwhile, July Jung's third feature, 'Dora,' is set for its world premiere in Cannes Directors' Fortnight. The film features rising Korean actress Kim Doyeon and award-winning Japanese actress Ando Sakura. Jung has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first Korean female director with three consecutive features selected for Cannes.
Finecut is managing international sales for 'Dora,' excluding specific territories. The company's Cannes lineup also includes Park Hoon-jung's award-winning 'Tristes Tropiques,' an animated 3D feature titled 'Long Long Night,' and the Japanese horror thriller 'Wash Away.'
