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Korea Takes Center Stage as First-Ever Country of Honor at 2025 Banff World Media Festival


Published on 2025-03-27 10:24:09 - Yahoo
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  • In a move that underscores the global influence of Korean entertainment, the Banff World Media Festival (BANFF) has named Korea as its inaugural Country of Honor for the 2025 edition. The recognition comes as Korean content continues its rise in the international entertainment landscape,

The article from Yahoo Entertainment discusses how South Korea has become a focal point in the global entertainment industry, particularly highlighted by the first-ever Academy Museum of Motion Pictures exhibition titled "Regeneration: Black Cinema 1898-1971." This exhibition, which opened in December 2021, features a section on Korean cinema, showcasing its evolution and influence. It includes works from pioneering Korean filmmakers like Kim Ki-young and Shin Sang-ok, and explores the impact of Korean cinema on global film culture. The exhibit also touches on the historical context of Korean cinema, from its beginnings under Japanese colonial rule to its post-war developments, and how it has influenced and been influenced by Hollywood and other international cinemas. This recognition at the Academy Museum underscores the growing international appreciation for Korean films, paralleling the global popularity of K-pop and Korean TV dramas.

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