Cinema titan Kim Dong-ho is finally receiving the prestigious Korean Cinema Award. The Busan International Film Festival founder transformed a simple port city into Asia’s premier cinematic hub.

By defying government censors and championing artistic freedom, he built an unshakable foundation for independent film. Join the tribute on October 6 as we honor the architect who put Korean storytelling on the global map.

By defying government censors and championing artistic freedom, he built an unshakable foundation for independent film. Join the tribute on October 6 as we honor the architect who put Korean storytelling on the global map.