Busan’s Movie Market Boss Wants It To Run All Year! But Where’s The Cash?
- Busan’s Big Idea
- ACFM All Year?
- The Funding Headache
- Our Thoughts!
Finally, some news about what happens *after* the big movie festivals! You know, when all the lights dim and everyone packs up their bags? Well, Ellen Y.D. Kim, who runs the Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) in Busan, has a seriously cool idea.
She wants ACFM to be a year-round thing. Not just those four exciting days. Imagine that! She calls this big vision ACFM 365. It would be a permanent online spot for everyone in the film world.
Think of it as a digital hangout. A place for matchmaking. A giant database. All year long, connecting filmmakers, producers, and everyone in between. It sounds like a bright, shiny future for the whole industry, keeping that creative vibe going!
But. There’s a snag. A big one. Kim told Variety that the public money for ACFM hasn’t grown. The market itself is getting bigger and better, but the funding is stuck. It’s like building a beautiful house but running out of paint for the vibrant walls.
Speaking of buzz, remember how we talked about London’s Bringing the Buzzy Movie Vibe! Awards Season Just Started!? Well, Busan wants that kind of year-round energy. More connections. More opportunities. This ACFM 365 idea could really make a difference.
Our Take
We absolutely love this idea! Keeping the energy and connections alive all year? Yes, please. Film and content creation don’t just happen for a few days; it’s a constant flow of stories and ideas.
Who wouldn’t want more chances for amazing stories to get made? We really hope the funding catches up. It’s about investing in a lasting platform, not just a temporary burst of color. This could truly change things for the better!
