‘극장의 시간들’은 Lee Jong-pil, Yoon Ga-eun and Jang Kun-jae taking part in an anthology of three short films. The work captures memories and emotions tied to theaters and movies, warmly exploring what the space of a “theater” means.
The film was selected for the Francois Truffaut retrospective section at the 48th Moscow International Film Festival. The festival, Russia’s leading international film event, began in 1935 and will run from April 16 to 23.
‘극장의 시간들’ previously met domestic audiences after being invited last year to the Busan International Film Festival, the Seoul Independent Film Festival and the Mise-en-scene Short Film Festival. During its Busan screening, it drew attention after reports said President Lee Jae-myung and his spouse attended.
Festival organizers said the film recalls the cinematic world of Truffaut, a leading figure of the French New Wave. Executive committee chairman Nikita Mikhalkov said, “This film, reminiscent of ‘Jules and Jim,’ is a notable example of contemporary directors superbly carrying on the traditions of film history.”
A Tcast official said it was meaningful for the film to reach audiences beyond South Korea, adding that the company hopes it will renew appreciation for the value of watching movies in theaters despite the industry’s challenges.
‘극장의 시간들’ opened March 18 and is now showing in theaters nationwide.
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