The Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong is presenting nine carefully selected Korean films as part of the 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival in 2025. This significant cultural showcase demonstrates Korea's continued influence in the Asian cinema landscape and provides Hong Kong audiences with diverse Korean storytelling experiences.
The festival features two special screening selections that highlight different aspects of Korean cinema. "Pororo: Underwater Adventure" (2025) represents Korea's strength in family entertainment and animation, while "No Other Choice" (2025) offers audiences a different cinematic perspective. These special screenings are designed to attract broader audiences and showcase the versatility of Korean film production.
The regular screening lineup includes seven additional Korean films that span various genres and production years. Recent releases scheduled for screening include "The Final Semester" (2025), "The World of Love" (2025), "Square" (2025), "Fin" (2025), and "Nocturnal" (2025). The selection also features "A Normal Family" (2023) and "Noise" (2024), providing festival-goers with both contemporary and slightly older Korean cinema offerings.
This diverse film selection reflects the Korean Cultural Center's commitment to promoting Korean culture and cinema in Hong Kong. The festival serves as an important platform for cultural exchange between Korea and Hong Kong, allowing local audiences to experience the depth and variety of Korean filmmaking. The 22nd Hong Kong Asian Film Festival continues to strengthen ties between Asian countries through the shared medium of cinema, with Korean films playing a prominent role in this year's programming.
