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October 8, 2026

Busan Film Fest Gets A-List Status, Debuts with Record Lineup

The Busan International Film Festival kicked off its 10-day run with major news: it's officially an A-list festival for the first time, joining prestigious events like Cannes and Berlin. The 31st edition features 247 films from 59 countries—the biggest selection since 2019—with 95 world premieres. The festival also earned Oscar eligibility for its top prize, a significant boost for Korean cinema's global standing.
Why It Matters
If you care about film, Korean culture, or just want to know what's happening in Busan this October, this upgrade puts BIFF on the world cinema map and could mean more international films screening here.
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