The film festival, which kicked off yesterday, will show 192 films from 42 countries with its main focus on innovative and experimental films through digital media. The festival consists of two main competitive programs and 11 non-competitive sections, which will be shown in 13 theaters and outdoor venues. The Korean-Japanese co-production film "Don't Look Back", by local director Kim Young-nam, will close the festival. Along with film screenings, other events include filmmakers' master classes, outdoor performances and Q&A sessions with directors. Local actor Choi Min-sik from the 2003 hit thriller "Old Boy" and Japanese actor Takenaka Naoto will participate in a master class. Ticket prices are ranged from 5,000 won to 10,000 won. Details: Call 734-9565 or visit Open the link
"Festival" (Chukche) (1996)
Seoul Selection Bookstore
At 11:00 a.m. Saturday
Directed by Im Kwon-taek, the film tells a story of a family which prepares a funeral that evokes mixed feelings from its members. The venue is located near Anguk Station on subway line 3. Tickets 3,000 won. For more information, call (02) 734-9565 or visit Open the link
English 
US$5 off (order min. US$5)
