Supernatural Thriller ‘Exhuma’ Dominates with 11 Nods at the 18th Asian Film Awards

Hong Kong, China – The 18th annual Asian Film Awards are set to dazzle at Hong Kong’s prestigious Xiqu Centre in the West Kowloon Cultural District on March 16, becoming a focal point for cinematic excellence from across the region. This year, the awards spotlight a rich diversity of talent with films from 25 different countries and regions competing in 16 categories. Leading the nominations is the South Korean horror phenomenon “Exhuma,” which has secured 11 nominations including best film, best director for Jang Jae-hyun, and best actor and actress nods for Choi Min-sik and … Read more

South Korea’s ‘Exhuma’ Leads with 11 Nods at the 18th Asian Film Awards, with Hong Kong’s ‘Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In’ Close Behind

HONG KONG — South Korea’s cinematic gem “Exhuma” leads the pack with an impressive 11 nominations at the 18th Asian Film Awards, closely followed by the Hong Kong action epic “Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In,” which garnered nine nods. The diverse field of nominees highlights a total of 30 films from 25 countries and regions contending in 16 different categories. Esteemed martial arts legend Sammo Hung will preside over the jury this year. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on March 16 in Hong Kong, spotlighting the best of Asian filmmaking talent. Hung, … Read more

Korean Thriller ‘Exhuma’ Clinches Special Jury Prize at Sitges Film Festival in Spain

Sitges, Spain — The South Korean cinematic landscape has once again proven its global resonance as the thriller ‘Exhuma’ clinched the Special Jury Award at the prestigious Sitges Film Festival in Spain. The honor marks a significant achievement for the film and adds another accolade to Korea’s expanding trophy cabinet in the international film arena. Directed by emerging talent Kim Jee-woon, ‘Exhuma’ delves into a gripping narrative filled with suspense and psychological intrigue, characteristics that resonated with the jury and festival attendees alike. This film continues Kim’s legacy of innovative storytelling and mastery in the … Read more

Korean Supernatural Thriller ‘Exhuma’ Clinches Special Jury Award at Spain’s Prestigious Sitges Film Festival

SEOUL, South Korea — The Sitges Film Festival in Spain recently celebrated the unique flair of supernatural and fantastic cinema by awarding the Special Jury Award to “Exhuma,” a South Korean occult thriller directed by Jang Jae-hyun. The film, distributed by Showbox, drew significant attention in the horror genre community for its distinctive narrative and compelling performances. Regarded as a prestigious event since its inception in 1968, the Sitges Film Festival has a long history of honoring films within the fantasy and horror genres. The acknowledgment of “Exhuma” at the festival’s 57th edition underscores a … Read more