Coming-of-age indie film continues impressive run at box office

SEOUL, November 3 (AJP) - Low-budget film "The World of Love" directed by Yoon Ga-eun has attracted over 60,000 viewers since its release late last month.

The impressive feat for an independent film came after positive word of mouth boosted its popularity, with the 119-minute film still drawing hordes of moviegoers in its second week since its release on Oct. 22.

In particular, it continues to draw viewers despite being shown on fewer screens, becoming the only film in the top 10 at the box office to maintain a double-digit seat occupancy rate for five consecutive days.

"The World of Love," which earned critical acclaim at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September, revolves around a teenage girl who becomes isolated and ostracized after refusing to participate in a school-wide petition.

* This article, published by Aju Business Daily, was translated by AI and edited by AJP.