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Truly a city of cinema, Busan

It has been a while since Busan was considered a city of cinema.
This has been largely due to the Busan International Film Festival which excites the film industry and movie fans every fall.

Korea’s first international film festival, the most dynamic film festival in the world, and the biggest film festival in Asia. BIFF has met its 17th anniversary this year.
BIFF helps discover and support new artists, formulates new visions for Asian film, and provides a glimpse of the future of Asian film.

The most popular filming locations in the country

Films and dramas set in Busan are gaining more popularity by the day.
Many parts of Busan contribute to the visual aesthetics of various films.
The unique way of life and beautiful scenery found in Busan are now recognized not only in Korea, but around the world.

National passion and pride for Busan

The pride of the citizens of Busan in their city is unmatched.
Also, Busan’s love of film and culture is extraordinary.
However, it is not only the people of Busan who hold a special feeling for the city.
Films like “Friend” and “The Thieves” and dramas like “Golden Time” that were filmed in Busan stood out for their visually arresting setting.
Busan is a city that stirs up mass nostalgia for movie fans everywhere.