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Symbolic image of French and South Korean landmarks merging, representing a joint $1 billion screen industry investment fund.
Film & TV

France, South Korea Unveil $1B Screen Fund at Summit

At the Lumière Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung jointly launched a five-year, €1 billion screen industry investment program, signaling an unprecedented

Julian Mercer·September 11, 2026
A futuristic Seoul cityscape at night, illuminated by holographic screens showcasing K-content, representing the booming South Korean screen industry and its economic impact.
Media Industry

South Korea's screen industry adds $16.4B to GDP in 2025

In 2024, exports of Korean film and TV content nearly doubled since 2019, reaching KRW1.

Amelia Frost·April 22, 2026
A young Korean film director uses AI to present a visually stunning proof-of-concept trailer to film executives, showcasing the future of film pitching.
Creators

The AI Shift: How New Directors in the Korean Film Industry Are Redefining the Pitch

The Korean film industry is undergoing a significant shift as new directors leverage AI to redefine the traditional pitching process. Instead of just scripts, filmmakers can now present fully-realized visual proof-of-concept, fundamentally changing how projects are evaluated.

Julian Mercer·April 7, 2026