25th Jeonbuk Independent Film Festival to Host Special Screenings for Deeper Audience Engagement

The 25th Jeonbuk Independent Film Festival (JIFF) has announced a special invitation screening program set to take place at the Jeonbuk National University Museum on the 31st, promising a profound engagement between filmmakers and the audience.

The day's events will commence at 1 PM with a special screening of director Jeong Yun-cheol's acclaimed film, 'Sea Tiger' (Badahorangi). Following the screening, a cine-talk session featuring Park Young-wan, Chairman of the Jeonbuk Independent Film Association, will delve into the film's production background and thematic elements.

Subsequently, at 3:30 PM, director Choi Jin-young's 'Born So Lucky' (Taeonageol Balhasseo) will be showcased. This will be followed by a Q&A session (GV) with director Choi Jin-young and actress Kang Jin-ah, offering attendees a valuable opportunity to hear firsthand about the film's behind-the-scenes stories, the acting process, and emotional nuances.

This special screening at the Jeonbuk National University Museum is designed as a precious occasion for creators and audiences to meet and share the significance of their work. JIFF anticipates this program will expand the local film culture and deepen the connection between independent films and their viewers.

The 25th JIFF, which has garnered strong support from filmmakers and independent film enthusiasts nationwide, will present a total of 57 films, including 39 competitive entries selected from a record 1,118 submissions. Further details on the screenings and events can be found on the official website of the Jeonbuk Independent Film Association and its Instagram account @jifaindie.

Netizens are expressing excitement for the special screenings, with comments like 'Looking forward to directly interacting with the directors!' and 'A great chance to experience the charm of independent films.' Many are also anticipating insightful discussions and behind-the-scenes stories from the filmmakers.