K-Cinema Club Launches with Powerful Start, Bringing Korean Cinema to New Audiences in South Africa
On Thursday, 19 June 2025, the Korean Cultural Centre in South Africa (KCCSA) officially launched its K-Cinema Club with a full-house screening of Oldboy (2003), marking the beginning of a curated film series dedicated to showcasing landmark works of Korean cinema. The event opened with excitement, bringing together film lovers, students, and new audiences eager to engage more deeply with Korean storytelling on the big screen.
The inaugural series features The Vengeance Trilogy by director Park Chan-wook, whose work has left a significant imprint on both Korean and global cinema. The screening of Oldboy, the most internationally recognized film in the trilogy, set the tone for the weeks to come, with spirited post-screening discussions underscoring the club’s potential as a space for cultural dialogue.
The K-Cinema Club was conceived not only as a screening platform, but as an invitation to South African audiences to explore the emotional depth, cinematic artistry, and cultural themes of Korean film.
“Park Chan-wook’s films may be intense, but they’re also deeply human,” says Jaeil Lee, Senior Press & Media Officer at KCCSA. “His stories force us to ask uncomfortable questions about morality, justice, and forgiveness. We’re proud to bring this important trilogy to South African audiences—not only because of its cinematic brilliance, but because it represents a turning point in the global recognition of Korean storytelling.”
Screenings will continue over the next two Thursdays with Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance (26 June) and Lady Vengeance (3 July), both to be held at the Korean Cultural Centre in Pretoria. Doors open at 4:30 PM, with complimentary popcorn and refreshments served before the films begin promptly at 5 PM.
Through the launch of K-Cinema Club, KCCSA aims to create a dedicated space for regular film screenings and discussion—deepening cultural understanding and reinforcing the growing interest in Korean cinema across South Africa.
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