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Korea Herald
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
BIFF favorites coming to Seoul's Cinecube
Nine previously unreleased Korean indie gems to screen at Cinecube in April Nine acclaimed Korean independent films that made waves at the 2024 Busan International Film Festival will get a special showcase at Cinecube in Gwanghwamun. The series, titled "Film Train to Gwanghwamun," running April 2-15, offers film lovers a chance to check out these works before their commercial debuts. Seven of the nine selections represent either debut or sophomore directorial efforts from emerging talents. The lineup includes "K-Number," winner of BIFF's inaugural Documentary Audience Award, and "The Final Semester," which swept four awards including the KBS Independent Film Award and Best Actor. Other highlights include the offbeat comedy "Method Acting" starring actor Lee Dong-hwi, and "Spring Night," which screened at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival's Forum section. The program also features "Tango at Dawn," "Melody of Suyeon," "Inserts," "Kike Will Hit a Home Run" and "The Face of Hwanhee" — all standouts from last year's festival recognized for their unique artistic visions. Each film will be screened three times during the two-week period, with select screenings followed by discussions with directors and the cast. The complete schedule is available on Cinecube's website. Tickets go on sale Wednesday at 11 a.m.
Korea Herald
07-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Korean theaters roll out Oscar showcase programs
Major chains offer nominees lineup ahead of March 2 ceremony Awards season is kicking into high gear as the 97th Academy Awards nominations have arrived after multiple delays due to wildfires in Los Angeles. Riding the awards season wave, South Korea's leading theater chains are treating film enthusiasts to a wide array of special screenings featuring major Oscar-nominated films. Running through February and March, these exclusive showcases offer both unreleased works and recent hits before the March 2 ceremony. Multiplex chain CGV leads the charge with 15 nominated films -- six unreleased works and nine recent releases -- across 17 locations through March 11, delivering the country's most comprehensive Oscar showcase. The lineup features best picture nominees "Anora," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," and "Emilia Perez," alongside other multi-category contenders like Latvia's "Flow" (nominations for animated and internationalfeature) and "The Wild Robot" (animated feature, Sound). "September 5" joins the lineup with its original screenplay nomination. Detailed schedules and ticketing options are available through the CGV mobile app and official website. To spice up the viewing experience, CGV offers limited-edition collectibles for select films, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees of "Emilia Perez" will receive special 2025 Oscar-themed voting ballots, while fans of "Conclave," "Flow," "Maria," and "Substance" can collect A3-sized posters. Art House Club members are eligible to receive a movie review notebook to jot down their reflections on the screenings. Lotte Cinema takes a focused approach through March 4 with seven major contenders, including awards frontrunner "The Brutalist," which leads its slate with nominations for best picture, actor (Adrien Brody), and supporting actress (Felicity Jones). The cinema chain is adding to the excitement with an Oscar prediction bracket -- moviegoers who nail their picks across categories can take home prizes. Interested moviegoers can find complete details and grab tickets through the Lotte Cinema website and mobile app. Megabox showcases five nominees through Feb. 23 at its premium settings. The Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown," featuring best actor nominee Timothee Chalamet, takes the spotlight with the theatre chain's signature Dolby Cinema and Atmos Sound presentations amplifying its musical focus. The chain sweetens the deal with a tiered rewards system -- multiple viewings unlock discounts and free tickets, plus exclusive poster giveaways for select screenings. Arthouse cinema Cinecube will show 13 nominees through March 18 at its Gwanghwamun location. The program ranges from best picture contenders to technical achievement nominees like "Maria" for cinematography. Cinecube's full Oscar season program, along with booking information, is available through its website, mobile app, and social media channels.
