The Best Debut Works at the Film Concert Hosted by Eui-han Dang

Isn't there an exhibition program at the Cinémathèque that is even more important than the film festival every year?

This year as well, interesting works such as those by Hase, Mi, and Shige no Ko were prepared.

Unfortunately, the schedule pushed it back to the beginning of the year, but for me it was still six months of happiness.

Among them, the most memorable was the lecture program. Critic Jeong Han-seok’s lecture stood out by far.

The lecture during the silent film program was truly impressive, and this year it showed even further growth.

In particular, I was deeply moved by the way they convincingly explained director Guy Maddin’s affection for silent films and how that film was cinéphiles’ fan fiction.

Through this year’s Cinémathèque exhibition program, I felt that I was able to gain not only the films themselves but also a deeper understanding and interpretation of cinema, so it was a truly enjoyable and rewarding time.

The work that left the strongest impression among the films screened by Professor Han-seok at the Gwangju Biennale Cinematheque was Buffalo '66.

On the surface, this film presents a somewhat bewildering ending, but the warm inner lives of the characters wrap around the film’s atmosphere, making it an especially moving work.

Also, Professor In-ho’s post-screening lecture clearly pointed out the film’s hidden layers with a relaxed yet insightful explanation, and it is said that he deepened the audience’s understanding of Maurice Pialat and the Nouvelle Vague.

Professor Han-seok’s delicate film selection and Professor In-ho’s passionate lecture seem to have deeply moved the audience.

I really liked hearing the personal feelings and reflections he shared about encountering this film for the first time.

Unfortunately, he did not show the video clip he had prepared, but it was interesting to learn Professor In-ho’s and Professor Sowon’s evaluations and preferences regarding the festival day.

I usually like Willow’s Holiday* best too, and I like the emotional thread beyond the humor that comes through in that film.

The lingering aftertaste of memories that you could feel in Professor Jeong Seong-il’s lecture was also impressive.

It’s unfortunate that I didn’t get the chance to hear about "one step back, two steps forward" after passing the test.

Thank you for introducing the film in such depth.

This lecture also seems to reflect the professor’s usual lecture style very well.

He always captivates the audience with deep insight and interpretation of film.

In particular, this time I was impressed by the analysis of the film centered on the concepts of libido and fear.

And the sound explanation of director David Lynch’s work provided a truly new perspective.

Interpreting films in so many different ways, I feel that even though I have been watching movies since childhood, I was able to understand them more deeply than ever this time.

I’m looking forward to the lecture to be held in Busan next time.

And among the ten best films selected by the professor, it seems like Song of the Road left the strongest impression, which was a really good choice.

I look forward to the professor’s insightful lectures in the future as well.

After hearing Professor Sowon’s introduction and explanation, I came to understand the film’s strange flow of time and atmosphere.

It was my first time seeing the film, but its unique atmosphere and emotional tone were impressive.

I think it’s truly remarkable when a director releases such a polished work right from the start.

The other works recommended by Professor Sowon are all works that I also really like.

In particular, works filled with memories related to the Busan International Film Festival seem even more endearing.

These are works that fully convey Professor Sowon’s excellent eye and passion.

I’ll continue to look forward to Professor Sowon’s work recommendations.