Experience the Best of Music and Film at Jecheon International Music and Film Festival (JIMFF)

Celebrating Music and Film in Jecheon

The 21st Jecheon International Music and Film Festival (JIMFF) is set to take place from September 4 to September 9, 2025. This annual festival highlights music’s significant role in various aspects of life, including resistance, comfort, connection, and love. The Jecheon International Music and Film Festival will occur in multiple venues across Jecheon City, such as the JIMFF Cinema, Haso Cultural Center, and Jecheon Arts Center.

Festival Highlights

Chairperson Jang Hangjun has announced an exciting lineup of films for the Jecheon International Music and Film Festival this year. Notable selections include:

• **"Rhythm of Flower"** by Amit Dutta, a selection from the Rotterdam Film Festival.
• **"Spots"** by Marco Tullio Giordana, featured at the Locarno Film Festival.
• **"Elci's Song, Jacob's Words"** by Katalin Gedeon, also from Locarno.
• **"John and Yoko"** by Kevin Macdonald and Sam Rice-Edwards, screened at both the Venice and Sundance Film Festivals.
• **"Pangpar"** by Emmanuel Courcol, a Cannes Film Festival selection.
• **"DJ Ahmet"** by Georgi M. Unkovski, winner of the Sundance Audience Award and Jury Special Award.
• **"Boy's Song"** by Shoshi Shulam, selected for the Tel Aviv Documentary Film Festival.
• **"Prodigy"** by Frédéric Fortier and Valentin Fortier, marking their debut film.

The Festival’s Purpose

The Jecheon International Music and Film Festival provides a platform for films that transcend national and genre boundaries, all united by the central theme of music. This year, the festival aims to showcase a variety of long feature films that reflect on music’s significance in our lives. Attendees can expect to engage with diverse narratives that explore how music connects us and shapes our experiences.

Anticipation Builds

As the festival dates approach, excitement is building among film enthusiasts and music lovers alike. The unique combination of film screenings, discussions, and live music performances promises an enriching experience for all attendees. Whether you’re a filmmaker, musician, or art enthusiast, the Jecheon International Music and Film Festival is an event not to be missed.

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