Directors and actors from the ‘Vision Korea’ section gather for a friendly conversation. Through these bold works of contemporary Korean cinema, we gain insight into the latest film trends and hear about the filmmakers' adventurous experiments and creative processes.

Iranian master Majid Majidi has long portrayed the human dignity and solidarity that blossom even amid poverty and inequality. Join us as we discuss how his films confront reality while still drawing out hope.

Bringing together emerging female directors from Asia and Europe who are boldly claiming both the physical set and the global cinematic scene. Transcending cultural and geographical boundaries, this roundtable explores their creative journeys, on-set challenges, and the power of solidarity, offering firsthand insights into how a new generation of women filmmakers is reshaping contemporary cinema.

Programmers from important film festivals that have long championed Asian cinema gather for a relaxed yet in-depth conversation about Asian cinema and new trends worth watching right now.

What if a virus turned every gay man straight? Jim Queen brought Cannes' Grand Théâtre Lumière to a standing ovation, then rode word of mouth alone to 360,000 admissions in France, becoming this year's breakout hit! Directors Nicolas Athané and Marco Nguyen, who forged Jim Queen out of muscle, humor, courage, and sheer audacity, share the story behind it — from first conception to theatrical release.

Kim Seul-gi and Kim A-young, beloved by the public for the comedy show SNL Korea, are attending BIFF as cast members of featured films. Kim Seul-gi appears in BALER (Vision–Korea section), while Kim A-young features in The Sorry Generation (Korean Cinema Today–Special Premiere and Open Cinema sections). Look at their future endeavors as they expand their acting range beyond comedy.

Conversations with actors who steal the spotlight in every scene