A celebration of identity, community, and belonging in the heart of Seoul, South Korea.
The Itaewon Film Festival (ITF) is a community-driven festival that celebrates stories of belonging, identity, and diversity. Set in Itaewon, one of Seoul’s most vibrant and multicultural neighborhoods, ITF showcases films from around the world and welcomes all voices through screenings, conversations, and cultural exchange.
Itaewon Film Festival has been featured in The Korea Times and Debaser Magazine:
• The Korea Times: https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20251031/itaewon-film-festival-challenges-boundaries-that-define-divide-us
• Debaser Magazine:
https://debasermagazine.com/onscreen/itaewon-film-festival-being-together-holds-more-value-than-being-the-same
ITF 2026 jury:
Yun-su Chong (정윤수) – Acclaimed Korean film director known for Midnight Cafe: Missing Honey (2021), Love, In Between (2010), My Wife Got Married (2008), Love Now (2007), and Yesterday (2002).
Wonnie Shen – International film and television producer, recognized for his work on Severance (Apple TV, 2022), Hocus Pocus 2 (Disney+, 2022). Former Creative Producer at Beijing Enlight Pictures (CCTV).
Third jury member and a new venue to be announced soon.
Learn more: itaewonfilmfest.com
Best International Stories (Short / Feature)
Best LGBTQ+ Film (Short / Feature)
Best "The View of Seoul" Film (Short / Feature)
Best Experimental Film (Short only)
Best Student Film (Short only)
Best Microshort Film
Best Music Video