6th Ottawa Korean Film Festival returns to Ottawa
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Selection of Korean films by various international film festivals in Canada, from SEP 26 to OCT 8
OTTAWA, Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Korean Culture & Information Service (KOCIS), and the Korean Cultural Centre Canada (KCC) proudly announce the 6^th Ottawa Korean Film Festival (OKFF), from September 26 to October 8.
In commemoration of the 60^th anniversary of CAN-KOR diplomatic relations, a diverse selection of Korean films was curated based on recommendations from esteemed directors and senior programmers from Canada’s leading international film festivals, such as Toronto International Film Festival, Ottawa International Film Festival, Fantasia International Film Festival, and Hot Docs Documentary Film Festival. As a testament to the depth of Korean cinema, the OKFF will showcase a broad range of 15 Korean films of various genres, including drama, comedy, animation, and documentary, ranging from the latest films to classics, both online and in-person. Complementing the screenings, the KCC aims to enrich the festival experience through assorted side events, including inviting directors from Korea for dialogues with the audience through directors talk.
The 6^th Ottawa Korean Film Festival Official Poster ImageThe festival kicks off on Tuesday, September 26, with the much-anticipated film
On Wednesday, September 27,
Directors Talk continues on Thursday, September 28, with the screening of
The OKFF continues with the screening of new releases of films such as (2022, JUNG Woo-sung),
Extending beyond the theatres, this year’s OKFF also offers audiences the opportunity to enjoy various Korean films from the comfort of their homes.
Participation in the 6^th OKFF is complimentary to the public, with a simple online registration process. More details of the schedule and information on the screening can be found on the festival website: https://kccincanada.com.
Contact: Hyemin Park, Program Manager
Tel: +1-613-233-8008 | Email: hparkart@korea.kr
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