Release Information
| Title |
Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema |
| Release Date |
19 Feb 2026 |
| Type |
Movie |
Star Cast
| Actor |
Role |
| Kim Dong-ho |
Self |
| Lee Chang-dong |
Self |
| Park Chan-wook |
Self |
| Bong Joon Ho |
Self |
| Hirokazu Kore-eda |
Self |
| Tsai Ming-liang |
Self |
Story & Plot
The first feature documentary directed by Kim Dong-ho, former festival director of the Busan International Film Festival, this film captures the present landscape of theaters and films across Asia through the eyes of a seasoned film professional. Now retired from public service, Kim travels with his camera to document the post-pandemic cinematic ecosystem, visiting theaters and film festivals in Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, and beyond, and gathering memories and concerns from filmmakers along the way. Prominent figures like Lee Chang-dong, Park Chan-wook, Bong Joon-ho, Kore-eda Hirokazu, Tsai Ming-Liang, and Garin Nugroho eagerly share their thoughts on the fate of theaters and the future of cinema. What begins as a survey of the current state of theaters evolves into an emotional chronicle and an opportunity to reflect on the essence and sustainability of cinema.
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