Category Archives: News
Busan at 30: Director Jung Hanseok Charts Bold New Course for Festival’s Future
As the Busan International Film Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary, director Jung Hanseok isn’t dwelling on past achievements. Instead, he’s orchestrating what he calls “the ve...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
Busan Market Chief Eyes Tech-Driven Future for Asian Content Hub: ‘Traditional Cinema Excellence Meets Cutting-Edge Innovation’
The Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) is positioning itself for a major transformation as it marks its 20th anniversary alongside the Busan International Film Festival’s 30th milestone, ac...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
San Sebastian Title ‘Before the Bright Day’ Boarded by Maboroshi for Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
Asian film collective Maboroshi has secured its first title for international distribution, acquiring Taiwanese filmmaker Tsao Shih-Han’s “Before the Bright Day,” which is set to mak...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
Cat Animation ‘Scotty’ Acquired by Skyline Media, Bows at Busan Market (EXCLUSIVE)
Vietnam’s Skyline Media will showcase its latest acquisition, the animated feature “Scotty,” at the Asian Contents & Film Market in Busan. The family-friendly animation centers o...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
ABC Affiliate in Sacramento Hit by Gunshots a Day After Kimmel Protest
Three shots were fired into a window at the ABC affiliate in Sacramento on Friday, a day after a protest was held outside the station over Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension. The police are investigating...
Gmaddaus Sep 19, 2025
Busan Titles ‘The Mutation,’ ‘Time of Cinema,’ ‘Boss,’ ‘Journey There’ Picked Up by Finecut
Korean sales agent Finecut has acquired international rights to three films - “The Mutation,” “Time of Cinema” and “Wrangler” - and is presenting two additional tit...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
Jimmy Kimmel and Disney Working to Reach Compromise to Bring His Show Back
Jimmy Kimmel and Disney are working toward reaching a compromise that would allow “Jimmy Kimmel Live” to return to ABC. The veteran host’s business and legal representatives are deep...
Cynthia Littleton Sep 19, 2025
Reproductive Trauma Psychological Thriller ‘The Daughter’ Bows at Busan’s Asian Project Market
Chinese filmmaker Guan Tian and producer Vivian Bao are presenting Guan’s debut feature “The Daughter,” a thriller co-produced by Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, and France, at Busan’...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025
‘Him’ Director on the Film’s Deeper Meaning and How Jordan Peele Helped: ‘A Lot of the Weirdness Comes From Our Conversations’
Justin Tipping’s “Him” is the story of hotshot quarterback draft pick Cameron Cade (Tyriq Withers) learning the ropes of professional ball - and the opulent lifestyle success br...
William Earl Sep 19, 2025
Jackie Chan Talks Busan Selection ‘The Shadow’s Edge,’ Reflects on 64-Year Career: ‘I’m an Actor First, Who Also Knows Action’ (EXCLUSIVE)
Jackie Chan was initially reluctant to play another police officer. But when director Larry Yang approached him with “The Shadow’s Edge,” the action legend found himself drawn back t...
Naman Ramachandran Sep 19, 2025