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

Austrian-German Horror ‘The Devil’s Bath’ Sweeps Top Awards at the Sitges Film Festival 2024

Sitges, Spain — The prestigious Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival wrapped up its 57th edition on Saturday with the Austrian-German historical horror film “The Devil’s Bath” taking top honors. The film, directed by Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala, stood out in the Official Fantastic Competition, also securing two additional awards, establishing itself as a festival favorite. “The Devil’s Bath,” which debuted earlier this year at the Berlinale, received the José Luis Guarner Critics’ Award for Best Film and the Carnet Jove Jury Award for Best Feature Film, demonstrating its critical acclaim and popularity among the … Read more