Tag: Busan Film Festival

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 7, 2026

Maggie Gyllenhaal: Directors Who Squash Voices Are Scared or Unsmart

At the Busan International Film Festival, actress and director Maggie Gyllenhaal shared her perspective on effective leadership in filmmaking. She argued that the most successful directors are those who value collaboration and input from their team. Conversely, she noted that directors who suppress the voices of their collaborators often do so out of fear or a lack of intelligence. Her comments highlight the importance of an open, creative environment on film sets.

Maggie GyllenhaalBusan Film FestivalFilm DirectingCollaborationLeadership

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 7, 2026

Michelle Yeoh Calls Blade Runner 2099 an Amazing Journey

At the Busan International Film Festival, Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh discussed her upcoming role in the Prime Video series 'Blade Runner 2099'. She expressed excitement about joining the iconic franchise and collaborating with co-star Hunter Schafer and showrunner Silka Luisa. During the press conference, Yeoh also addressed questions regarding her potential future as a director. She firmly ruled out the possibility, stating that she prefers to focus on acting and producing while supporting the unique visions of other filmmakers.

Michelle YeohBlade Runner 2099Busan Film FestivalPrime VideoHunter Schafer

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 7, 2026

Eddie Redmayne and Kore-eda Hirokazu Film Still in Scripting Phase

Japanese director Kore-eda Hirokazu confirmed at the Busan International Film Festival that his upcoming collaboration with actor Eddie Redmayne is currently in the screenplay development stage. While the project is being produced by Searchlight Pictures, the filmmaker noted that he is still actively writing the script and cannot yet disclose specific plot details.

Eddie RedmayneKore-eda HirokazuBusan Film FestivalFilm ProductionSearchlight Pictures

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 6, 2026

‘The Table: Day and Night’ Review: A Frothy Romantic Anthology

Director Kim Jong-kwan returns with a new romantic anthology, 'The Table: Day and Night,' which opened the Busan Film Festival. The film features a star-studded cast, including Kim Min-ha and Han Sun-hwa, set entirely within a single Seoul café. Despite the high-profile ensemble and the charming setting, the film struggles to find emotional depth. Critics suggest that the structural gimmick of the anthology format ultimately overshadows the individual narratives, resulting in a visually pleasing but hollow experience.

Film ReviewKorean CinemaBusan Film FestivalKim Jong-kwanRomance