The Singapore Korean Film Festival (KFF) returns for its 2024 edition with a new theme “Circle of Life”, celebrating the beauty of life’s interconnected systems.
The best part? The festival will screen 13 titles from Oct 24 to Nov 3 with free ticketed admission to all sessions held at Golden Village (GV) Suntec City.
Organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea and Singapore Film Society, and held in partnership with Seoul International Eco Film Festival (SIEFF), the festival’s films are focused on environmental sustainability, ecosystems and the delicate balance of nature.
KFF kicks off with A Bee and a Silkworm (by invite only), the winner of the Excellence Prize in the Korean Competition Section at SIEFF 2024. The film examines human connection, the quiet power of nature, and the profound impact of fleeting encounters through subtle storytelling and poetic imagery, setting the tone for the festival’s “Circle of Life” theme.
The festival’s curated selection of 13 films are divided into five programme segments, including a shorts showcase in partnership with SIEFF. They include a diverse range of feature films and shorts, with genres ranging from documentaries to an animated piece. These segments explore various aspects of the human experience with nature, offering perspectives on conservation, sustainability, and coexistence.
Recent Releases: This segment showcases the latest in commercial cinema. Catch darkly comedic meta-drama Cobweb; Dog Days, a Hollywood remake that’s a must-see for pet owners and animal lovers; and Citizen of a Kind, a revenge story set against the backdrop of a phishing scam.
Familial Ties: A Normal Family is a sharp black comedy that exposes the extremes an affluent family will go to protect a secret that threatens to destroy their reputation and their children’s future. Promise uncovers the power of poetry which becomes a vehicle for navigating grief, while Smoking Tigers offers a fresh take on the coming-of-age genre from the perspective of a teenager, capturing the internal struggles of alienation and personal growth.
Korean Noir: This genre blends elements of crime, thriller and societal critique, often with satirical undertones. The Tenants portrays how even those on the fringes of society remain interdependent within the larger ecosystem of urban poverty.
Korean Auteur: The Korean Auteur segment showcases the artistry of filmmakers who redefine narrative and form. Hong Sang-soo’s In Our Day explores the nuances of human relationships through a contemplative drama revolving around an ageing poet and a returning actress. The film unfolds through intimate encounters, emphasising the delicate balance between personal reflection and interpersonal connections.
Seoul International Eco Film Festival Short Film Showcase: SIEFF presents a compelling collection of four engaging shorts, each shedding light on our relationship with the environment and the urgent need for conservation. Not only do they entertain but they also provoke thought about our role in the ecological narrative. Through these films, the audience are invited to reflect on the importance of coexistence and the collective responsibility we share in preserving our planet’s future.
Free admission to all screenings at GV Suntec City. Seats will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your tickets via SFS Peatix and pick up your physical ticket 30 minutes before screening time at the registration table at GV Suntec City. If your ticket is not collected 10 minutes before screening time, it may be released to waitlisted or walk-in patrons. Reserve your tickets here.
For programme schedules and updates, visit kff.sg.
