✨ KOR❤dinary Day: When Korean Culture Becomes Part of Everyday Life What happens when two young people discover the same passion for Korean culture… and perhaps begin to share something more? The Korean Cultural Center in Brussels is delighted to present its new promotional video, “KORdinary Day”—a heartwarming short story that shows how Korean culture has become woven into our ordinary days, even here in Brussels. 🎬 A KORdinary Day in Brussels The journey begins at the Grand Place, the beating heart of Brussels. A young man, immersed in a webtoon, crosses paths with a young woman. Webtoons—digital comics designed for scrolling on your phone—are one of Korea’s most popular art forms, read by millions worldwide and often adapted into hit K-Dramas like True Beauty and All of Us Are Dead. As they pass, their hands brush for just a moment. She carries a handbag adorned with a norigae, a traditional Korean ornament believed to bring happiness, protection, and sometimes even love. In Korean, there is a word for the invisible thread of fate that connects two souls across lifetimes: “inyeon.” Perhaps this fleeting encounter at Grand Place was inyeon… and destiny quietly begins to unfold. 🍗 Culture in Everyday Moments Their days continue separately, yet guided by the same rhythm. She stops at a Korean restaurant to enjoy Korean Fried Chicken, crispy, tender, and coated in sweet-and-spicy sauce—best paired with beer in the beloved Korean tradition of “chimaek.” He visits the Korean Cultural Center, discovering an exhibition on Korea’s independence movement, a reminder of the nation’s resilience and pride beyond its pop culture. Later, she enters a photobooth, a playful staple of Korean youth culture, while he explores the KCC library and picks up a manhwa, a Korean comic celebrated for its expressive art and storytelling. She sings her heart out at a noraebang (singing room), while he glimpses her again on the street, carrying a sunshade with a traditional Korean print. Their paths cross once more in a shop filled with K-beauty products and Korean snacks—sheet masks, serums, instant ramen, triangle kimbap—everyday items that have become global favorites. 🚋 A Fateful Ending Finally, as fate would have it, they board the same train home. Sitting across from each other, their eyes meet, and they smile. A small, ordinary moment—yet something about it feels extraordinary. Maybe it’s inyeon. Maybe it’s the magic of Korean culture, turning an everyday scene into something truly KORdinary. 💫 *Click here to watch the video

Korean Cinema in Liège – "Escape from Mogadishu" Hello Liège!  The Korean Cultural Center is delighted to present the very first edition of Korean Cinema in Liège.  Experience the gripping power of Korean cinema on the big screen. "Escape from Mogadishu" directed by Ryoo Seung-wan, 2021 Screening Date: 23 Oct. 2025 (Thu) at 19:00 Place: Kinepolis Palace Liège Languages: Korean OV with FR/EN subtitles Free admission - Reservation required Synopsis; "Escape from Mogadishu" is a film based on true events, portraying the harrowing escape of North and South Korean diplomats from war-torn Somalia in 1991. Set during the outbreak of the Somali Civil War, the story follows rival diplomats from the South Korean and North Korean embassies stationed in Mogadishu. Initially locked in a tense political competition for international recognition and UN membership, both delegations find themselves trapped as the city descends into chaos following the collapse of President Siad Barre’s regime. Forced to confront their shared vulnerability, the two sides must overcome decades of ideological hostility and cooperate in a desperate bid for survival. Join us for an unforgettable screening — and enjoy complimentary Korean snacks after the film. Reservation opens only in Liège. As this is a special screening in Liège, the QR code for registration will only be available on physical posters displayed throughout the city. Thank you for your understanding.

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.