ANNONCES

We are honoured to announce the K-Cinema Award Winners of the 12th edition of the Korean Film Festival Canada.

Selected by our jury of esteemed industry professionals, these awards recognize excellence in Korean cinema, celebrating powerful storytelling, remarkable performances, and exceptional artistry. To all the creators, thank you for sharing your vision and voice with our audiences in Canada and beyond. Your work resonated deeply and left a lasting impression.

Horizon Award – Best Director
PARK RI-WOONG for Land of Morning Calm
An incredibly tender and nuanced directorial voice, PARK RI-WOONG moved us with his poetic sensitivity and emotional clarity.

Wave Award – Best Actor
NA AE-JIN in Silver Apricot (dir. Jang Man-Min)
A breakout performance full of quiet strength and authenticity—NA AE-JIN’s presence on screen was unforgettable.

Cloud Award – Best Screenplay
The Recorder Exam by Kim Bora
With delicate emotional weight and careful storytelling, Kim Bora once again proves herself as one of Korea’s most compelling screenwriters.

Soil Award – Best Cinematography
Hole by Hwang Hye-In
Visually haunting and immersive, the cinematography in Hole demonstrated a rich understanding of light, shadow, and space.

Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you for enriching our festival with your extraordinary talent. We’re proud to support and showcase such outstanding Korean cinema.

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