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Korean Young Virtuosos in Antwerp: Clara-Jumi Kang & Seong-jin Cho World-renowned classical stars are taking the stage in Antwerp! With their exceptional artistry and profound musicality, Korea’s young virtuosos captivate audiences worldwide. Now, they bring their brilliance to Antwerp, offering special programs that are both refined and intense. Experience the unforgettable performances of Korea’s leading musicians up close. Clara-Jumi Kang X Antwerp Symphony Orchestra Date & Time: 25/10/2025 (Sat), 8 PM Venue: Queen Elisabeth Hall, Antwerp Tickets & Infomation: https://www.antwerpsymphonyorchestra.be/en/programma/sibelius-violin-concerto-4w6x Witness Sibelius’ grand Violin Concerto, infused with northern passion and lyricism, performed with Clara-Jumi Kang’s refined and powerful artistry. Dramatic works by Hillborg and Williams complete an unforgettable evening of music.  ©Marco Borggreve Seong-Jin Cho X Gewandhausorchester Leipzig Date & Time: 14/11/2025 (Fri), 8 PM Venue: Queen Elisabeth Hall, Antwerp Tickets & Infomation: https://www.antwerpsymphonyorchestra.be/en/programma/andris-nelsons-and-the-gewandhausorchester-leipzig-rsjf World-renowned pianist Seong-Jin Cho performs Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No.1. This concert is a special stage in the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra's 2025/2026 season. Under the baton of maestro Andris Nelsons, the prestigious Gewandhausorchester Leipzig will appear as a guest ensemble, delivering a profound and moving performance of masterpieces by Haydn and Brahms. ©Christoph Köstlin

[KCC On Stage] Recorder & Traverso Player Yeuntae Jung 11 September 2025 (Thu) 20:00 @ Korean Cultural Center Free admission / Reservation required Reservations will open at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, August 19 via the link. KCC On Stage 2025: Discover 10 Korean Performing Arts at the KCC! Reviving the sound of the past, one breath at a time — Recorder and traverso player Yeuntae Jung takes the stage at the Korean Cultural Center in Belgium! Having studied recorder and traverso flute at the University of the Arts (UdK) Berlin, Yeuntae Jung gained attention with his 2nd prize at the prestigious International Competition Musica Antiqua 2017 in Bruges and triple awards at the 3rd International Berlin Bach Competition in 2018. He regularly performs with renowned ensembles such as AKAMUS (Akademie für Alte Musik Berlin), Lautten Compagney, and the nuri collective. As a soloist, he has also performed with the Bochum Symphony Orchestra under the baton of baroque violin master Enrico Onofri. For this special concert, Yeuntae Jung will be joined by violinist Han Sol Lee Eo, gambist Thomas Fields, and harpsichordist Tung-Han Hu, presenting the delicate and expressive timbres of period instruments in a beautiful baroque program. Yeuntae Jung, recorder, traverso Han Sol Lee Eo, violin Thomas Fields, viola da gamba Tung-Han Hu, harpsichord [Program] Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Trio Sonata in F major (from Organ Trio Sonata in C major), BWV 529 for recorder, violin and basso continuo Wilhelm Friedemann Bach (1710-1784) Sonata in E minor, BR WFB B17 for traverso and basso continuo Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) Trio Sonata in F major, TWV 42:F3 for recorder, viola da gamba and basso continuo Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) from Prelude, Fugue and Allegro in E-flat major, BWV 998 Johann Christian Bach (1735-1782) Trio in C major for traverso, violin and cello Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788) Trio Sonata in G major, H. 574 for traverso, violin and basso continuo * Han Sol Lee Eo (violin) Han Sol Lee Eo completed her diploma and master’s degree with distinction at the UdK Berlin. Since 2015, she has deepened her musical expertise through masterclasses and projects with legendary artists such as Sigiswald Kuijken, Florence Malgoire, and Enrico Onofri. She was awarded the 1st prize at the International Johann Heinrich Schmelzer Competition in 2024 and received the Jury Prize at the International Competition for Early Music Yamanashi in 2016. As a violinist and cultural producer, she is dedicated to exploring diverse repertoires and realizing projects between Europe and Korea. * Thomas Fields (viola da gamba) An accomplished gambist and historical cellist, Thomas Fields became the first gambist to win 1st prize at the 13th International Telemann Competition in 2025. He performs regularly throughout Europe and North America, appearing at prestigious festivals such as the Utrecht Early Music Festival, and the Heinrich Schütz Music Festival. With his ensemble False Consonance, he won the title “Rheinsberger Hofkapelle” in 2024 and served as Ensemble-in-Residence at the historic Rheinsberg Palace during the 2024/2025 season. * Tung-Han Hu (harpsichord) After studying at the UdK Berlin and the University of Music and Performing Arts Munich, Tung-Han Hu won several international competitions, including those in Magdeburg, Göttingen, and Leipzig. His concert appearances have taken him to events such as the Bachfest Leipzig, Bruges, and the Collection of Historical Keyboard Instruments in Bad Krozingen. Since the winter semester of 2022/2023, he has been working as a harpsichord accompanist at the Institute for Early Music at the UdK Berlin.

[KCC On Stage] Wald Ensemble 19.06.2025 (Thu) 20:00 @ Korean Cultural Center *Free entrance / Reservation required   Reservations will be open at May 27th, 2:00 PM via the link KCC On Stage 2025: Discover 10 Korean Performing Arts at the KCC! In German, “Wald” means “forest”. Just as various trees come together to form a lush forest, the Wald Ensemble brings together musicians actively performing in European orchestras to present classical music with both depth and a contemporary touch. Founded in 2015, the Wald Ensemble has continued to engage with audiences on stages at home and abroad. Notably, in 2021, they made a successful European debut with a concert celebrating the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Belgium. Experience the moving performances of the Wald Ensemble at the Korean Cultural Center, where they continue to create music that resonates and connects—anytime, anywhere. Violin Yeorae Kim (2nd concertmaster of the Deutsche Staatsphilharmonie Rheinland-Pfalz) Dongchan Shin (Member of the 1st violins of the Bamberger Symphoniker) Viola Sejune Kim (1st solo violist of the NDR Radiophilharmonie) Taeksun Hwang (incoming Deputy Solo Viola of the Bielefelder Philharmoniker) Cello Jeehye Bae (Deputy Solo Cello of the Gürzenich-Orchester Köln) Yura Park (Member of the Brandenburgischen Staatsorchesters Frankfurt) [Programme] - P. Tchaikovsky, Souvenir de Florence, Op.70 - A. Schönberg, Verklärte Nacht, Op.4

Festival Musiq’3 - Youn Sun Nah & Yeol Eum Son  This summer, the Musiq’3 Festival returns with a new edition themed Be Curious, impulsively driving audiences to discover, learn, and explore! Two remarkable Korean female artists will open and close the festival, where innovation meets tradition to create an unforgettable musical journey. Opening Concert <Youn Sun Nah, Bojan Z>  Date & Time: 26/06/2025 (Thr), 8 PM Venue: Studio 4, Flagey  Info: https://www.festivalmusiq3.be/fr/concerts/2025/bruxelles/bxl-2025-2  The festival opens with the ethereal voice of jazz vocalist Youn Sun Nah, joined by acclaimed French pianist Bojan Z. Showcasing the artistry that earned her Gold certification in both France and Germany, along with numerous international accolades, Youn Sun Nah promises a mesmerising start to the festival. © Seung Yull Nah  Closing Concert <Yeol Eum Son, Brussels Philharmonic, Lio Kuokman> Date & Time: 29/06/2025 (Sun), 8 PM Venue: Studio 4, Flagey  Info: https://www.festivalmusiq3.be/fr/concerts/2025/bruxelles/bxl-2025-19  Virtuoso pianist Yeol Eum Son will bring the festival to a thrilling close, performing Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand—a technically demanding masterpiece—with the Brussels Philharmonic, conducted by Lio Kuokman. A powerful finale to four days of musical exploration. © Marco Borggreve

Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 - Piano 05.05ㅡ11.06.2025  @ Flagey & Bozar The Queen Elisabeth Competition is one of the world's most prestigious classical music competitions. Proudly partnered with the competition since 2015, the Korean Cultural Center celebrates the talent and dedication of 13 Korean pianists who have qualified for the first round this year. Join us in anticipation of their remarkable performances, alongside the inspiring performances of all young contestants. The 13 Korean candidates of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 ⓒKorean Cultural Center to Belgium & the EU >>> More about the Competition  The 3 Korean semi-finalists of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 The 3 Korean semi-finalists of the Queen Elisabeth Competition 2025 ⓒKorean Cultural Center to Belgium & the EU Song Hyeon Kim, Jinhyung Park and Changyong Shin have achieved a remarkable milestone by reaching the semi-finals of the Queen Elisabeth Competition. Each of them brought their own unique musical personality and profound interpretation to the stage, capturing the attention of both the international audience and the jury. We extend our warmest congratulations to all three semi-finalists and look forward to their continued outstanding performances in the competition.

[KCC On Stage] Pianist Sunwook Kim 20.05.2025 (Tue) 20:00 @ Korean Cultural Center *Free entrance / Reservation required   Reservations will be open at April 29th, 2:00 PM via the link. KCC On Stage 2025: Discover 10 Korean Performing Arts at the KCC! “His technique and the extensive range of his tone colours allow him to grasp every single nuance in the score with poise and natural ease.”- The Guardian The globally acclaimed pianist Sunwook Kim is coming to the Korean Cultural Center’s stage!   Sunwook Kim came to international recognition when he won the prestigious Leeds International Piano Competition in 2006, aged just 18, becoming the competition’s youngest and first Asian winner for 40 years. Since then, he has established a reputation as one of the finest pianists of his generation, appearing as a concerto soloist with some of the world’s most renowned orchestras, including the Berliner Philharmoniker, London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Staatskapelle Dresden, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra. In recent years, He has further broadened his musicality as a conductor, most notably directing from the piano during the Chamber Orchestra of Europe international tour, which began from La Salle Philharmonique de Liège last March. Sunwook Kim, piano [Programme] Joseph Haydn, Piano Sonata in E♭ Major, Hob.XVI:49 Robert Schumann, Davidsbündlertänze, Op.6 Intermission Franz Schubert, Piano Sonata in B♭ Major, D.960

Exhibition <A Dream of Peace: The Untold Story of the Korean Provisional Government> June 18 – September 26, 2025 Commemorating the 80th anniversary of Korea’s liberation, the Korean Cultural Center in Brussels presents a special exhibition: A Dream of Peace: The Untold Story of the Korean Provisional Government. Co-hosted by the National Memorial of the Korean Provisional Government and the Korean Cultural Center, this exhibition traces the journey toward peace — from the establishment of the Korean Provisional Government in 1919 to Korea’s liberation in 1945 — while shedding light on the contributions of Europeans who supported them along the way. - Exhibition Overview ●Prologue: Crossing Borders and Beyond ●Story 1:  Democracy and Republicanism, Freedom and Equality ●Story 2: The Members of the Korean Provisional Government in Europe ●Story 3: A Great Journey Together for Peace ●Story 4: Toward a Nation of Hope ●Epilogue: Continuing the Legacy of Peace

Exhibition "Hanbok on the Road" March 10 ~ June 6, 2025 @ Korean Cultural Center Brussels The Korean Cultural Center in Brussels is proud to host the photo exhibition "Hanbok on the Road" starting from Friday, March 10, 2025. This exhibition showcases the outcome of a unique cultural journey that took place from July to November 2024 across Antwerp, Dinant, and Brussels. Eighteen participants, including residents from Greece, Ukraine, Slovenia, Romania, and Belgium, as well as Korean adoptees, explored these cities while wearing Hanbok, experiencing firsthand the beauty of traditional Korean attire. One participant from Slovenia joined the event to create a special memory for his niece and his mother, who were visiting Belgium. His niece, a fan of K-pop and K-dramas, was introduced to Hanbok through these cultural influences. Another participant, a Korean adoptee who has lived in Belgium for 44 years, wanted to give his K-pop-loving daughter the opportunity to experience Korean culture before their first trip to Korea next year. Each participant brought their own unique story and heartfelt motivation to the project, connecting with Korea through Hanbok and expressing their narratives against the beautiful Belgian backdrop. The photographs featured in this exhibition capture the participants' passion for Korean traditions, their admiration for its beauty, and their desire to share its cultural value with the world.

Special Exhibition "Talk Talk Korea 2024 Winners" Experience the Essence of Korea Through Global Perspectives The Korean Cultural Center in Belgium and the EU proudly presents a special exhibition featuring winning entries from the 2024 Talk Talk Korea International Contest. This showcase brings together 80 outstanding works selected from over 59,646 submissions from 140 countries, offering a unique global perspective on Korean culture. Exhibition Details: ● Period: December 9, 2024 - March 31, 2025 ● Venue: Korean Cultural Center ● Free admission Featured Categories: ● Promotion Videos ● Art & Craft ● Motion Graphics ● Photo Books ● Meme & Trend The exhibition showcases diverse interpretations of Korean culture, from K-pop cover performances to hanbok designs and scenic photography. Each piece uniquely captures this year's theme "Experience the essence of Korea," highlighting both traditional and contemporary aspects of Korean culture through international eyes.

Exhibition "Traditional Korean Painting" December 6, 2024 – February 28, 2025 Opening Ceremony on December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM • Program: A special presentation by the participating artists—Chung Soyeon, Jin Liba, and Park Heekyung—about their works • Please click here for Reservation of the Opening Ceremony The Korean Cultural Center in Belgium is delighted to present a traditional Korean painting exhibition from December 6, 2024, to February 28, 2025. This exhibition celebrates Korea’s unique artistic heritage by showcasing various works that explore themes of prosperity, hope, and harmony between nature and humanity. The exhibition features iconic subjects from Korean traditional paintings, including Sipjangsaengdo(Ten Symbols of Longevity), Ilwolobongdo(Sun and Moon with Five Peaks), Gungjung Hwajodo(Palace Flower and Bird Paintings), Haehakbandodo (Sea, Cranes, and Peaches), and Chaekgeori (bookshelf paintings). Additionally, it includes floral-themed works such as The Potato Flower and The Peony Flower, as well as Flowers and plants Paintings(Hwahwado), combining natural elements with symbolic motifs to create a diverse visual experience. Each piece blends traditional symbolism with modern interpretations, offering visitors a profound insight into Korea’s cultural heritage. Highlights of the exhibition include Yeonapdo (lotus and duck paintings), Hwajeopdo (flowers and butterflies), and Chaekgeori—artworks that beautifully illustrate the unique charm of folk paintings of Korea. These works go beyond aesthetic appeal, embedding deeper meanings of health, wealth, hope, and prosperity, while reflecting the timeless value of Korean traditional art.

Exhibition "Korea Unboxed Tourism" Nov. 19~29, 2024 @ Korean Cultural Center The Korean Cultural Center to Belgium & the EU is excited to announce the "Korea Unboxed Tourism Exhibition," taking place from November 19 to 29, 2024. This exhibition follows the successful Korea Unboxed: Taste, Glow, Explore festival and promises to be an engaging showcase of Korean tourism. Visitors can look forward to screenings of captivating Korean tourism videos, recommendations of Korean travel spots according to their zodiac sign, and an innovative exploration of five major cities through the lens of MBTI personality types. This event is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and diverse attractions of Korea.

Exhibition K-COMICS Poster ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Exhibition K-COMICS, "All of us are dead", "Solo Leveling" 16 Sept. ~ 7 Nov. 2024 *'Artist Talk' with Dong Geun JOO, the author of All of Us Are Dead, on October 15, 2024, at 18:30 at the Korean Cultural Center Brussels Today, Korean webtoons have transcended the boundaries of mere comics and have established themselves as a new form of cultural content that creates a bond of empathy with readers around the world. With their creative storytelling, charming characters, and innovative use of digital platforms, webtoons have evolved from mere comics into a massive industry. This exhibition provides an opportunity to experience firsthand the distinctive charm and outstanding creativity of various Korean webtoon works. It also shows how webtoons have gained worldwide popularity as cultural content in the digital age and have created significant business value in the process. Webtoons go beyond mere entertainment by conveying humanistic values through their exploration of human emotions and social issues. Through these values, Korean webtoons evoke empathy in readers and play an important role as a tool for cultural communication. We hope that all visitors to this exhibition will be attracted by the allure of Korean webtoons, discover the diverse values they contain, and contribute to a more vibrant cultural exchange between Korea and the world.

KOREAN FILM WEEKEND 26–28 September 2025 Cinema Palace & Cinema Galeries, Brussels KOREAN FILM WEEKEND 26–28 September 2025 Cinema Palace & Cinema Galeries, Brussels The Korean Cultural Center in Belgium & the EU proudly presents KOREAN FILM WEEKEND,  a three-day celebration of Korean cinema from 26 to 28 September 2025.  Hosted at Cinema Palace and Cinema Galeries, this special event will showcase three carefully selected Korean films,  each highlighting the richness and diversity of Korea’s cinematic landscape. Why Korean Cinema? Korean culture continues to captivate audiences worldwide with its unique blend of universality and distinctive identity. Korean cinema, in particular, has become a powerful cultural ambassador, transcending boundaries and redefining how we experience film. This weekend isn't just about watching films; it's about coming together to celebrate storytelling, artistry, and the vibrant spirit of Korea. [OPENING FILM] THE POINT MEN(교섭) Fri. 26 Sept. 2025 / 19h00 @ Cinema Palace, Brussels Directed by YIM Soon-rye Released in 2023 Running Time: 108’ Genre: Action, Drama Language: VO KR / ST EN/FR/NL Rated 12+ Synopsis: A Korean diplomat is dispatched to Afghanistan after a group of South Korean tourists is taken hostage.  When all measures fail and one hostage is killed, he is forced to team up with a special agent to rescue the survivors.  The two men are different in every way, but they share the same goal: to save the hostages.  In a desperate and urgent situation, their fierce struggle to rescue them unfolds. *Book your ticket, please click here NOISE(노이즈) Sat. 27 Sept. 2025 / 19h00 @ Cinema Galeries, Brussels Directed by KIM Soo-jin Released in 2025 Running time: 94’ Genre: Horror, Thriller Language: VO KR / ST EN/FR/NL Rated 14+ Synopsis: Ju-young, a woman with a hearing impediment,  found out that her younger sister Ju-hee had disappeared without a trace from their apartment.  She asks the residents about her sister, but they all react hysterically, begging for peace.  Soon, she finds herself haunted by inexplicable sounds that attract a malevolent presence linked to her sister’s disappearance. *Book your ticket, please click here SECRET; UNTOLD MELODY Sun. 28 Sept. 2025 / 19h00 @ Cinema Galeries, Brussels Directed by SEO Yoo-min Released in 2025 Running time: 103’ Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Drama Language: VO KR / ST EN/FR/NL Rated 12+ Synopsis: A gifted pianist named Kim Yu-jun, whose career is cut short by injury,  relocates to Korea to teach at a prestigious music school, where he meets the enigmatic Yoo Jung-a,  a fellow musician whose haunting melody and mysterious past draw him into a romance that transcends time,  forcing him to choose between love and reality. *Book your ticket, please click here

  Spotlight on Korean Cinema at BIFFF 2025: Thrillers, Premieres, and more From April 8 to 20, 2025, at Brussels Expo, the Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFFF) will showcase a captivating selection of Korean cinema. This includes 10 feature films and one short film, with several making their European and Belgian premieres.  A highlight of the event is the new thriller, “An Old Lady with the Knife”, directed by MIN Kyudong, who will attend in person. The film, invited to the Berlin Film Festival this February, has yet to be released theatrically. Competing in BIFFF's prestigious Black Raven category dedicated to thrillers, it promises to be a standout. In the International Competition, “The Son” directed by NA Ji-hyun takes center stage. Joining the Black Raven Competition are thrillers “An Old Lady with the Knife” and Commission by SHIN Jae Min, while the animated masterpiece “Pig that Survived Foot-and-Mouth Disease”, directed by HUR Bum-wook, is nominated in the White Raven competition for innovative and undefinable films. For emerging filmmakers, the Emerging Raven Competition highlights “A Girl with Closed Eyes” by CHUN Sunyoung. Additionally, five Korean films will be featured out of competition: "I, The Executioner" by acclaimed director RYU Seung-wan, "Hitman" by CHOI Won-sub, "The Unrighteous" by KIM Seonkuk, "Hidden Face" by KIM Dae-woo, "Handsome Guys" by NAM Dong-hyup. Don't miss this unique celebration of Korean cinema at BIFFF 2025!   *Click here to visit the BIFFF official website for more details.    Film Screenings Schedule *Please click the title of the film for more information   "I, The Executioner" by RYU Seung-wan April 9 at 16:30 @ Cine 1   "A Girl With Closed Eyes" by CHUN Sunyoung April 10 at 21:00 @ Cine 2   "Pig That Survived Foot-and-Mouth Disease" by HUR Bum-wook April 11 at 21:00 @ Cine 2   "Hitman2" by CHOI Won-sub April 13 at 05:50 @ Cine 2  *This screening is part of "The Night: Movies," which features four film screenings throughout the night   "The Old Woman With the Knife" by MIN Kyu-dong April 15 at 21:15 @ Cine 1   "The Son" by NA Ji-hyun April 16 at 16:30 @ Cine 1   "Commission" by SHIN Jae Min April 16 at 21:00 @ Cine 2   "The Unrighteous" by KIM Seonkuk April 18 at 16:00 @ Cine 2   "Hidden Face" by KIM Dae-woo April 18 at 21:00 @ Cine 2   "Handsome Guys" by NAM Dong-hyup April 19 at 21:30 @ Cine 1     (Short Film) "Wanna Die Wanna Kill" by JEONG Jaehee April 19 at 12:30 @ Cine 2

ANIMA 2025 - Korean Short Animation Films "Circle" directed by Yumi JOUNG Short Film, Republic of Korea (2024/6’) International professional short films Screenings March 1(Sat) / 19:30 @ Flagey - Studio 5     March 7(Fri) / 21:30 @ Flagey - Studio 4 *Please click here for more information & tickets [Synopsis] The girl draws a circle on the ground. Passers-by step into it, one by one. Soon, the circle is full of people, struggling to stay within. When the girl returns and erases the circle, people set off again. "A Small Garden by the Window" directed by Jonghoon LEE Short Film, Republic of Korea (2024 / 4’) International short films for children Screenings Mar. 1(Sat) 15:00 @ Flagey - Studio 5 Mar. 4(Tue) 15:00 @ Flagey - Studio 5     Mar. 6(Thu) 14:45 @ Marni     Mar. 9(Sun) 15:00 @ Flagey - Studio 5 *Please click here for more information & tickets [Synopsis] With the help of small drops of water in his bag, a benefactor prevents a fire from destroying everything. He ensures that animals and plants can return. Director Jonghoon Lee creates the same universe here as in his previous film, Architect A.

2024 Korean Film Festival Forum Poster ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU 12th Korean Film Festival Belgium Special Forum “Originals & Re-Imagined Films” Sept. 28, 2024 @ Cinema Palace *Free Admission Reservation Mandatory 1st Session: 17:30 - 18:30 “Panel Talk” Dr. Agnes Schneeberger / European Audiovisual Observatory (Online) Ms. Won Eunyoung / Korean Film Council Film Streaming Platform Operator / SOONER.BE Prof. Andreas Niehaus / University of Ghent 2nd Session: 18:30 - 19:30 “Masterclass” Film director Kim Jee-woon (discussing “Illang” and his strategies for making films from originals such as animations or novels) *There will be an interpreter KO-EN The Korean Cultural Center in Brussels is delighted to host a special forum during the 12th Belgian Korean Film Festival. This year’s theme, “Originals and Re-Imagined Films,” reflects current global film industry trends and explores how various media—such as films, musicals, games, novels, and webtoons—are transformed into new genres. Titled “Originals and Re-Imagined Films,” the forum will delve into the film markets and trends in Europe and Korea. Experts from various fields will discuss the unique characteristics of each sector and share their insights on the future of the film market. The forum will take place on Saturday, September 28, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Cinema Palace and will be divided into two sessions. The first session will feature a panel discussion with a film market analyst, a film streaming platform operator, a professor of language and cultural studies, and an analyst from the Korean Film Council. The second session will be a master class led by world-renowned Korean filmmaker Kim Jee-woon, focusing on his film Illang, an adaptation of an animated film. Kim will share his production methods and experiences in adapting original works into films, including Illang and his other notable works.

12th Korean Film Festival Belgium Poster ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU 12th Korean Film Festival Belgium; Sept. 26 - Oct. 3, 2024 *Please click here for more information It's time to prepare for an extraordinary cinematic experience as the Korean Film Festival Belgium (KFFB) returns for its 12th edition. From September 26 to October 3, 2024, experience the enchantment of Korean cinema with 14 diverse films spanning various genres over 8 exhilarating days. This year’s festival presents three captivating sections, and a special highlight for film enthusiasts: the renowned director Kim Ji-woon will be joining us as a distinguished guest to engage with the audience. Do not miss this exceptional opportunity to celebrate the finest in Korean film culture. Section 1; Kim Jee-woon's Films Film director Kim Jee-woon, renowned for his unique blend of ‘images’, diverse ‘stories’, and distinct ‘depth’, has significantly contributed to the global recognition of Korean cinema. His films span different genres, highlighting his quest for the ‘challenge to novelty’. From his comedic debut ‘The Quiet Family’ to the dark thriller ‘I Saw the Devil’, each film demonstrates his outstanding directing talents. His adaptations, ‘The Age of Shadows’ and ‘Illang; The Wolf Brigade’, have been transformed into unique films under his direction. His 2023 film ‘Cobweb’ prompts audiences to contemplate cinema’s essence and value. This year, Director Kim Jee-woon will engage with the audience at the opening ceremony and during a master class. The <Kim Jee-woon’s Films> section will feature three of his works; the opening film ‘Cobweb’, ‘Illang; The Wolf Brigade’, and ‘A Bittersweet Life’. We invite you to immerse yourself in the world of Director Kim Jee-woon’s films. Section2; Recent Films In 2024, Korean films have gained significant traction across various platforms, including theaters and online streaming services. This year’s ‘Recent Films’ Section aims to bring these trending topics to the international audience like never before. Korean films are unique in their blend of sophisticated contemporary sensibilities with traditional storytelling and genre appeal. This section will feature a total of seven films, including the closing film ‘The Roundup: Punishment’, which drew an audience of 10 million viewers in Korea in the first half of the year. Other highlights include ‘Citizen of a Kind’, a film based on a true story, the distinctive thriller ‘Following’, and the film ‘Escape’, which combines military action. Additionally, ‘Project Silence’ offers a disaster thriller experience. This program promises a diverse range of Korean films, from action and thrillers to independent films and dramas, ensuring an unforgettable festival experience for film enthusiasts. Section3; Re-Imagined Tales The Re-Imagined Tales section at this year’s film festival promises an exciting lineup of audiovisual content. From movies and series to animations and web dramas, the festival showcases diverse formats, each with its unique length, style, and editing approach. Korean cinema, in particular, is boldly reinterpreting original works, drawing inspiration from webtoons, novels, and animations. Simultaneously, it’s birthing innovative creations that transcend traditional boundaries, such as musical adaptations and game-inspired narratives. We are presenting four films, “Troll Factory” and “Concerning My Daughter”, which are based on novels; and “Brave Citizen” and “Kids Are Fine”, based on webtoons. Additionally, we’ll delve into the transformation of original animations into full-length movie with ‘Illang: The Wolf Brigade’ directed by director Kim Jee-woon, a special guest of the festival. Mark your calendars for the forum scheduled on September 28th, where experts will discuss these exciting cinematic adaptations. *More information in detail about the films, screening schedule, locations, etc. will be updated soon.

In another country Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Special screenings of HONG Sangsoo's films From April 30th until end of May, 2024 Cinémathèque de la Ville de Luxembourg (17 Pl. du Théâtre, 2613 Ville-Haute Luxembourg, Luxemburgo) The Cinémathèque de la Ville de Luxembourg pays tribute to one of the most influential Korean filmmakers, HONG Sangsoo, with the screening of six of his films including “Oki's Movie” and “Right Now, Wrong Then” from April 30 until the end of May 2024. About the director Hong Sangsoo (1960-) is a Korean film director and screenwriter. He started his theater studies in CHung-An University but he quit. In 1982 he moved to study in the California College of Arts and Crafts. At that time he started producing his first short films. After a few years of living abroad and experimenting with short films, he moved back to Korea, started to work as a TV show producer, and in 1996 he made his debut with The Day a Pig Fell into a Well, and shocked the Korean filmmaking industry. His movies helped as an inspiration as graduation films in Korea’s film schools. He has now released more than twenty films, nominated to different awards, among them Cannes 63rd Edition, Gijon International Film Festival, Berlin’s Film Festival and much more! Also, he has also won many awards in his mother country as well as International Competitions. Hong Sangsoo is nowadays one of the best film directors that Korea has, his style is very particular and that is the reason for his successful career. Here is a list of the different films that will be presented in Cinémathèque de Luxembourg and the screening schedules: Oki's Movie Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Oki’s Movie (2010): Screening: April 30th at 18:30h May 20th at 20:45h 4 short love stories. Last one, Oki’s movie is about a film student and her affairs with two different men: her university professor, and another filmmaker student. Film that is represented in diverse perspectives and timelines. “ The film feels more like an exercise than a fully developed, interlinked narrative — it’s all a bit enervating and not especially penetrating.” (Hollywood Reporter) On the beach at night alone Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU On the beach at night alone (2017): Screening: May 7th at 18:30h Love story between a woman and a married man. Younghee decides to take a trip to Hamburg to visit a couple of friends. Daily conversations about love, life and adventures will confuse her to the point of asking herself about how important is love in your own life. “On the Beach” feels more raw and personal than some of Mr. Hong’s other work. His explorations of the miscommunications between men and women can turn into meditations, at times acute, at times coy, on the nature of cinema and the reliability of narrative” (New York Times) In another country Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU In another country (2012): Screening: May 9th at 18:30h May 23th at 20:30h Mother and daughter escape from their debt to a beach town. The young lady, due to boredom, decides to start writing a script. She ends up having three different varieties, all of them located in the same spots and protagonist by the same actors. Anne, the main character, is a french woman visiting the town and she ends up falling in love with different men. Different movies with the same structure, isn’t that curious? "He is interested neither in conventional realism — he drifts further away from it with each film — nor in equally conventional displays of self-consciousness, but rather in staging collisions between those two styles. A movie may be a representation of the world, but it is also something that happens in the world, which means that sustaining a cinematic illusion and breaking it are equally beside the point". (New York Times) Tale of cinema Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Cine-Conference Hong Sangsoo / Tale of cinema (2005): Screening: May 13th at 19:00h Film divided into two parts. First part: a couple that just met that night end up swallowing a pill to end up with their lives after their attempt to spend the night together. Second part: the girl from the first part goes out from the cinema, and a man follows her. "Writer and curator Dennis Lim’s new book, Tale of Cinema, is concerned with these and other contradictions of sensibility in Hong’s work" (Slant Magazine) Right now, wrong then Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Right now, wrong then (2015): Screening: May 16th at 18:30h May 30th at 20:30h Movie with two parts, each part is the same story but different somehow. A young painter meets a famous film director, they go to her art workshop and end up getting drunk with soju and attending her friend's party. Both start getting involved with each other, he is married but they have an affair. Second part starts. “Halfway through its running time, “Right Now, Wrong Then” starts over, reversing its title and reintroducing its central pair. They do some of the same things, but the tenor and texture of their time together is altered in ways both subtle and glaring.” (New York Times) Woman is the future of man Still Cut ©KoreanCulturalCenter to Belgium & the EU Woman is the future of man (2004): Screening: May 29th at 18:30h Two old friends have a predilection for the same woman, without knowing it. Both had an adventure with Sun-Hwa. They decide to reunite the three of them bringing back melancholic memories and more. Hong delineates character with the lightest of strokes, and his extremely long, serene takes provide well-defined time and space for the vast emotional shifts of tiny moments to register. He poses bodies with a natural yet balletic equipoise: rarely have intimate love scenes been at once so bluntly physical yet so dignified and dramatically precise. (New York Times) *Please click here for more information & tickets.