Korean Independent Films Attracting Japanese Audiences: A New Opportunity
Isn't it fascinating that the appeal of Korean independent films is reaching Japanese audiences?
Recently, an event called the 'Community Cinema Festival' has created an opportunity for our films to gain more attention in Japan.
This festival introduces Korean independent films at Japanese art cinemas and will be held at five theaters in Osaka and Fukuoka for 20 days, starting from the 9th.
While Korean independent films have been loved by many, their presence in the Japanese market has been relatively small.
However, through this festival, works such as 'Kim Min-young of the Report Card,' 'Secluded Island,' and 'The Eldest Son' will have the chance to meet Japanese audiences.
All of these films have won awards at ceremonies hosted by the Korean Art Cinema Association, proving their quality.
The organizers hope that this event will serve as a showcase for good Korean films to be introduced to the Japanese market.
It would be great if Korean films were recognized on more international stages. It's especially interesting to see how Japanese filmgoers, with their interest in independent films and their unique sensibilities and cultural backgrounds, will receive Korean films.
One reason why Korean independent films haven't received much attention in Japan is the smaller number of art cinemas and shorter screening periods in Korea, according to Joo Hee, Head of Planning and Marketing.
In Japan, a film continues to tour local theaters for two to three months after its city screenings, whereas in Korea, the period is only two to three weeks.
This difference has significantly impacted the spread of Korean independent films. However, Joo is not entirely pessimistic.
She believes that re-screenings can allow audiences to rediscover the theatrical experience.
These days, audiences are visiting theaters not just to find new content, but to fully experience it.
Just as multiplexes are transforming into diverse experiential theaters, independent cinemas can increase audience satisfaction by reintroducing films with unique tastes.
Ultimately, more opportunities and efforts are needed for Korean independent films to be loved in Japan.
We hope that this festival will be a starting point and that various Korean films will be recognized in Japan and around the world in the future.
This event, which reminds us of the meaning of art cinemas, is something to look forward to!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/kangzx22/224057203052
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