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02 KOREA SHOOTING GUIDE

04 7GoodReasonstoShootinKorea

06 KoreanFilmingIncentives

08 AboutKorea

10 Geography

11 Seasons and Climate

12 Time Zone

Transportation

14 Accommodation

Food

15 Telecommunication

Postal and Delivery Service

Banks

Power

Video and DVD

Useful Phone Numbers

16 KoreanFilmIndustry

17 Overview

Local Industry

International Acknowledgement

18 Fund raising and Revenue Structure

Investment structure

Main (strategic) investors

Investment funds

Profit share

22 FilmIndustryInfrastructure

23 People

24 Facilities

contents


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KOREA SHOOTING GUIDE

28 RegionalFilmCommissions

30 Seoul Film Commission

32 Busan Film Commission

34 Gyeonggi Performing & Film Commission

35 Incheon Film Commission

36 Cheongpung Film Commission

37 Daejeon Film Commission

38 Jeonju Film Commission

39 Jeon-Nam Film Commission

40 Gyeong-Nam Film Commission

41 Jeju Film Commission

42 Laws&Regulations

42 Koreas corporate law

44 TAX

44 Issuance of Visa for Entering Korea

45 Customs

46 Copyright

48 HowtoMeetKoreanCo-Producer

49 KOFICs KO-PRODUCTION

50 Project Markets

Asian Project Market(Formerly PPP)

NAFF(Network of Asian Fantastic Films)

JPM(Jeonju Project Market)

51 Producers Associations

KFPA (Korean Film Producers Association)

PGK (Producers Guild of Korea)

52 IndustryContacts

52 KOFIC

International Film Festivals

Groups & Associations

53 Government

Other Film Related Organizations

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1.KOFICLocationIncentiveforForeignAudio-visualWorks

The Korea Film Council offers up to 30% cash r

on foreign feature film and television drama se

production costs incurred for goods and service

Korea, with a cap of 2 billion KRW (approx 2 mi

USD).

2.KoreaistheleadingfilmindusinAsia

Being the 11th largest film market in the world

(Source: PWC 2009), Korea has a reputation of

a significant influence in the Asian entertainme

industry. The Korean Wave sweeping all over As

a proof of that.

3.GreatPeople

Korea has a wealth of award-winning directors

cast members along with professional crews an

technicians. The caliber and quality of the Kore

film industrys people are seen by the internati

film community as world class.

4.StrongInfrastructure

Korea has dedicated sound stages and outdoor

film sets in a wide range of sizes as well as full

post-production laboratories, sound and digital

imagery facilities. Thanks to a highly advanced I

infrastructure and experienced technicians, our

post production and VFX houses are also world c

5.NetworkofRegionalFilmCommissions

Since 1999, 10 film commissions have been

established in almost every region of Korea pro

active support in location scouting and shootin

6.NatureandCulturalHeritage

Four distinct seasons, easy access to any shoot

location, an over 5,000 year old cultural herita

Korea has everything a film shoot could need.

7.Cost-effectiveEnvironment

Korea offers competitive rates in all areas of

production whilst also assuring you a high qual

product. The comparative price level of its serv

is ranked near the bottom among other OECD

countries.


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KoRean FilminGincentives

The Korean Film Council (KOFIC) has provided a location incentive

since 2011, which supports part of the expenses of foreign feature film

and television drama series shot in Korea. Productions that choose

to shoot in Korea can enjoy significant cost savings making their

international production budgets more competitive.

Upto30%CashGrantonCostsKOFIC offers up to 30% cash grant on foreign audio-visual works

production expenditure incurred for goods and services in Korea, with

a cap of 2 billion KRW (approx 2 million USD). The grant amount shall

be determined taking into account the remaining grant program budget

on the date of application.

EligibleWorksFeature film and television drama series produced by a foreign

production company, in which foreign capitals participation in the

production cost exceeds 80% will be eligible for this grant. Eligible

works must satisfy the following requirements:

Must spend no less than 100 million KRW(approx. 100,000 USD) in

Korea for production costs as recognized by KOFIC (these product

costs are known as Qualifying Production Expenditure' or QPE).

Must receive approval from KOFIC who shall evaluate the following

three factors: (1) the degree to which the work creates tourism

opportunities ("tourism creation"); (2) the degree to which the wo

contributes to the Korean film industry's capacities, ("capacities

contribution"); and (3) the extent to which foreign capital particip

in the work ("foreign producer participation").

EligibleApplicants

The applicant must be a corporation organized and registered as a

business in Korea meeting the following requirements:

must be a company retained by a foreign production company on

production service agreement.

shall provide services necessary for in-Korea production of a fore

audio-visual work and operates and manages a relevant productio

cost account.

KOFICLocationIncentiveforForeignAudio-visualWorks


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RegionalFilmCommissionsApplicationProcessOverall process: (1) Provisional application; (2) Enter into an

agreement; (3) Final application; and (4) Payment of the grant

Provisional application: The applicant submits the provisional

application together with supporting documents. KOFIC then

evaluates the provisional application and decides on the eligibility and

the provisional grant amount.

Entering into an agreement: KOFIC and the recipient enters into a

grant agreement.

Final application: The recipient submits the final application, the

audited expenditure statement, and other supporting documents, and

then KOFIC makes the final decision on the eligibility and the final

grant amount.

Payment of the grant: KOFIC makes the payment to the applicant.

MiscellaneousThe total budget, application process and other contents of this grant

program may be subject to change on an annual basis.

Further detailed guidelines can be found at KOFICs website

www.koreanfilm.or.kr.

Korea has a strong network of regional film commissions. As of 20

regional film commissions cover all major cities and provinces, pr

film-friendly environments for film productions. These film comm

assist productions in obtaining film permits, arranging traffic cont

provide help with hiring film staff and provide other miscellaneou

assistance. Some film commissions offer their own financial incen

Category SupportDetails

FinancialIncentive

Cash incentives for production costs incurred in the

commissions region during filming

(most have a cap of KRW 100 mil, approx USD 100,000

ServiceSupport

Assistance in finding locations, making contacts and

obtaining shooting permits

Handling of various administrative matters required fo

filming

The provision of information regarding accommodation

traffic and other services

The provision of support in terms of filming-related fac

and equipment operated or owned by the film commis

Further detailed information can be found in the chapter Regiona

Commissions.

KoreanFilmCouncil

The Korean Film Council (KOFIC) is a special organization entrusted by the

Republic of Koreas Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism aiming to support

the development and promotion of Korean films. KOFIC was established in 1973

and is composed of nine commissioners (a full-time chairman and 8 non full-time

committee members) appointed by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism

in order to discuss and decide on major issues pertaining to the development of

Korean films.

KOFIC consists of separate departments specializing in various key aspects of

Korean cinema;

theDomesticPromotionDepartment which supports Korean films and the film

industry;

theInternationalPromotionDepartment which is responsible for international

public relations and the promotion of Korean films abroad;

theFilmResearch&DevelopmentDepartment which provides vital informatio

in the form of statistics, analyses and publications. In addition,

theKoreanAcademyofFilmArtswhich trains and is responsible for the

continuing education of film professionals;

theKOFICNamyangjuStudios which provide film services and state-of-the-art

film production facilities;

theTechnicalSupportDepartment which undergoes research on the future of

cinema technology such as digital cinema and 3D films;

theGeneralManagementDepartment which manages the film development fu

for Korean films.


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Geography

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New Delhi, Calcutta 22:00 01:00 04:00 07:00 10:00 13:00 16:00 19:00

Teheran, Kuwait, Jeddah 19:00 22:00 01:00 04:00 07:00 10:00 13:00 16:00

Hamburg, Rome, Paris, Amsterdam 17:00 20:00 23:00 02:00 05:00 08:00 11:00 14:00

London, Madrid16:00 19:00 22:00 01:00 04:00 07:00 10:00 13:00

Rio de Janeiro, So Paulo 13:00 16:00 19:00 22:00 1:00 04:00 07:00 11:00

New York, Montreal, Bogota, Toronto 11:00 14:00 17:00 20:00 23:00 02:00 05:00 08:00

Chicago, Houston 10:00 13:00 16:00 19:00 22:00 01:00 04:00 07:00

Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco,Los Angeles

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Telecommunication

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International Acknowledgementt cv ss yc s f K fls v wls

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Korea's Award-winning Films at Major Film Festivals

oLd BoY: dc by ParK C-wk, g Px aw, CanneS 2004

Samaritan girL: dc by Kim K-k, Bs dc aw, BerLin 2004

3 iron: dc by Kim K-k, Bs dc aw, VeniCe 2004

SeCret SunShine: L c Jeon d-y w Bs acss aw, CanneS 2007

thirSt: dc by ParK C-wk, Jy Pz, CanneS 2009

PoetrY: dc by Lee C-, Bs Sc Ply aw, CanneS 2010

Pieta: dc by Kim K-k, gl L aw, Vc 2012

Overview

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Category Year By 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2

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Number of productions - 80 82 87 110 124 113 138 152 216

Korean Film Market Share % 53.5 59.3 59.0 63.8 50.0 42.1 48.7 46.6 51.9 5

Screening

Nationwide attendance 10,000 11,948 13,517 14,552 15,341 15,877 15,083 15,696 14,918 15,972 19

Admissions per capita - 2.5 2.8 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.0 3.2 2.9 3.2

Number of screens - 1,132 1,451 1,648 1,880 1,975 2,004 2,055 2,003 1,974 2

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Production

Company

Classification Names

Investment & Distribution Companies(Main Investors) CJ E&M, Showbox, Mediaplex Inc., Lotte Entertainment

Investment Funds CJ Venture Investment, Sovik Investment, etc

Financial Institutions Korea Trade Insurance Corporation, etc

Private Investors Miscellaneous

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Market Share of Released Films in Korea by Distributor in 2012

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No. Distributor No. of Films Revenue Market Share Contact

1 CJ E&M 43 384,778,607 26.7% www.cjent.co.kr

2 Showbox, Mediaplex Inc. 11 182,170,563 12.6% www.showbox.co.k

3 Lotte Entertainment 44 173,331,046 12.0% www.lottecinema.co

4 N.E.W. 16.5 169,980,254 11.8% www.its-new.co.k5 Sony Pictures Releasing Walt Disney Studios Korea 18 188,252,468 13.1%

6 Warner Brothers Korea 10 101,575,204 7.0%

7 Universal Pictures International Korea 15 59,699,977 4.1%

8 20 Century Fox Korea 13 55,385,762 3.8%

9 Filament Pictures 5 20,783,114 1.4%

10 SBS Contents Hub 8.5 15,028,153 1.0%

Others 519 92,272,096 6.0%

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Investment funds

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2000 68.5 10 24 34.5

2001 30 5.7 - 24.3

2002 9 1.8 2.7 4.5

2003 39 7 9 23

2004 62 10 24.5 27.5

2005 62.3 8.1 15 39.2

2006 46.7 10 8.1 28.6

2007 52 9 15.2 27.8

2008 34.3 18 9.1 7.2

2009 47 14.5 13.2 19.3

2010 25 11 - 14

2011 12 6 - 6

2012 10 5 - 5

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Active Visual Contents Funds in 2013

Name Running Period Size KOFIC Investment SMBA Investment Private Investm

ACTI Planning and Development Specialty 2008.03.26(2013. 4) 4 2 - 2

Boston Global Picture Contents 2009. 1.30(2016. 2) 31.4 9 4.4 18

ISU-Global Contents 2009. 4.23(2016. 4) 21.15 7 1.69 12.46

CJ Venture Capital No. 11 Cultural Contents 2009. 2.16(2014. 2) 10 2 3 5

CJ Venture Capital No. 12 Global Contents 2009.11.20(2016.11) 41.9 12.2 13.2 16.5

Capital One Cinematic Diversity Specialty 2010. 3.18(2015. 3) 5 2.5 - 2.5

Sovik Visual Contents 2011. 1.4(2018. 1) 15 5 - 10

ISU SM Contents 2011.5.30(2016.5.30) 12 6 - 6

Capital One Small and Medium-sized Films Specialty 2011.10.13(2016.10.12) 10 6 - 4

Capital One Korean Films Renaissance 2012.10.11(2017.10.10) 10 5 - 5

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Area Name Square Meters

Namyangju, GyeongGi-doKOFIC Studios

(www.koreanfilm.or.kr)

A Studio: 1,322

B, C Studio: 992

E Studio: 777

F, G Studio : 413

Paju, GyeongGi-doArt Service Studio

(www.art-service.co.kr)

A Studio: 1,322

B Studio: 992

C Studio: 661

Daejun MetropolitanCity

Daejeon Cinema Studios(http://djacts.kr/)

A Studio: 1,092

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SFCSeoul Film Commission

GNFCGyeong-Nam Film Commission

DFCDaejeon Film Commission

CFCCheongpung Film Commission

IFCIncheon Film Commission

JNFCJeon-Nam Film Commission

BFCBusan Film Commission

GpFCGyeonggi Performing & Film Commission

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Korea has a strong network of regional film commissions. As of 2013, 10 regional

film commissions cover all major cities and provinces, providing film-friendly

environment for film productions. These film commissions assist productions

in obtaining film permits, serve as a liaison between production companies and

shooting locations, arrange traffic control, human resources hire and provide other

miscellaneous assistance. Some film commissions operate equipment rentals, studiand post production facilities as well. Here are brief introductions to the major film

commissions.


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KOREA SHOOTING GUIDE30

IntroductionThe 600-year old capital of the nation, where tradition and

modernity co-exist together, is able to offer everything a

film needs. The city is surrounded by mountains and rivers

that provide a scenic backdrop to urban space, and contains

skyscrapers as well as national treasures and traditional style

buildings. As Seoul is the home of 95% of all film related

companies and film facilities, over 40% of all local films are

shot in the city every year. With the growing recognition and

popularity of Korean films in international markets, Seoul has

become an increasingly popular destination for international

productions and co-productions in recent years.

Location highlights

Gwanghwamun, the main gate of Gyeongbokgung Palac

Koreas most symbolic historic building, overlooking Ko

largest and most important square, the Gwanghwamun

Square

Located right in the middle of the city Seoul N Tower o

Mount Namsan overlooks the homes and workplaces of

over 10 million Seoulites

The almost one kilometer wide Han River divides the ci

into Northern and Southern parts which are connected

27 bridges each illuminated in their own distinctive styl

night

sFC_ seoul Film Commission

Regional Film Commissions


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Incentive rograms oen to international roductions

Film Production-Support Program

A 25% cash rebate on production costs for film & TV

productions shot in Seoul. The Cap at 100,000,000 KRW (approx.

100,000 USD) can be lifted for projects with extraordinary high

marketing value.

Location Scouting-Support Program

Provides the cost of Seoul location scouting for directors,

assistant directors, producers, cinematographers or location

managers of international projects planning to shoot in Seoul

(airline tickets, accommodation, domestic location coordination).

Infrastructure & filming support

Location FAM Tours: inviting international film professionals,

showcasing Seoul as a shooting location and introducing the

Korean film industry

Film Korea (www.filmkorea.or.kr): online database featuring a

location database and an industry directory and basic info on

shooting in Korea

Recently Suorted International productions

Dream by KIM Ki-duk, Korea/Japan 2008

Cafe Seoulby Take Masaharu, Japan 2009

A Brand New Life, by Ouni Lecomte, France/Korea 200

Hello Strangerby Banjong Pisanthanakun, Thailand 20

Yellow Seaby NA Hong-jin, Korea/USA 2010

Contact

2F Inseong Bldg. 51-3 Chungmuro-2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul,

861 Korea

Tel +82 2 777 7184, Fax +82 2 777 7097

www.seoulfc.or.kr / [email protected]

Se



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BFC_ Busan Film Commission

IntroductionBusan, a metropolis of 3.5 million people, has the complex look of a

high-end industrial city of the 21st century that embraces the sights of

the past decades. It has both the commercial glitter of skyscrapers and

an indigenous atmosphere attractive for location shoots. This port city

is a captivating film location for filmmakers all over the world with its

combination of past and future, stunning mountains, seas, rivers, and

unique local and global style.

Location highlights

Gwangan Bridge, a landmark of the city and a spectacular sight standing

over the sea

The Yachting Center with a breathtaking view of newly built skyscrapers

Busan Port with container piers and exotic attractions partic

to the port city

Jagalchi Seafood Market and Nampo-dong, a famous attracti

for international visitors at the Busan Film Festival

Subway stations and public facilities well organized and

accessible for shooting as they are backed by a highly suppo

administration

A variety of local scenes and bystreets with nostalgic landsca

Incentive rograms oen to international roduction

Scouting and Post Incentive

In-kind support of accommodation up to a maximum of 10 day

three people, not exceeding 30 hotel rooms per project

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Infrastructure & Filming suort

Busan Cinema Studios

23,946,.98m2 Site, 7,110.855 m2

Soundproof stages and clear floor span that is self-leveling

Fully equipped for wire actions and electromotive set-battens

Large green & blue screens for both film & TV

Busan Cinema Venture Center

Professional film crews for hire including producers, aviation

specialists, underwater photographers, production designers and

make-up artists

Well maintained and quality camera equipment rentals at bargain rates

Busan Post Production Center

An efficient one-stop location for the entire post production process

such as DI, VFX, digital cinema mastering, sound, etc.

Fully equipped with advanced technology, and operating system as well

as ancillary facilities

Recently Suorted International productions

One Missed Call Final by Manabu ASO, Japan 2006

Hanakage by Hayato KAWAI, Japan 2007

Hero by Masayuki SUZUKI , Japan 2007

Beverly Hills Ninja 2 by Mitchell KLEBANOFF, USA 20

Tokyo Taxi by KIM Tai-sik, Korea/Japan 2009

Contacts

2F Busan Cinema Studios, 1392, Woo 1-dong, Haeundae

Busan Korea 612-824

Tel +82 51 720 0301, Fax +82 51 720 0300

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gpFC_ gyeonggi peRFoRming & Film Commission

IntroductionLocated in the central west area of Korea, Gyeonggi surrounds the

cities of Seoul and Incheon and is bordered by the Yellow Sea to

the west. It consists primarily of a fertile plain along the Han River,

and maintains numerous historic legacies. Since it is in very close

proximity to Seoul, it is the first place many filmmakers look to as

a location and production site.

GPFC was established in 2005 and since then has been providing

one stop services for TV and film shoots in the Gyeonggi province.

It has also been expanding its support into other areas including

performing arts since 2009.

Location highlights

Hwaseong Haenggung, Suwon, a well preserved palace used as a

temporary residence for the kings of the Chosun Dynasty

Korean Folk Village, a home to numerous collections of Korean

cultural artifacts

Heyri Art Village where the beauty of modern architecture is in

evidence

Hwaseong Osom Airfield where private light aircraft can

take off and land

Gapyeong Zarasum, a turtle-shaped island

Incentive rograms oen to international

roductions

20% cash grant for production costs incurred in the Gyeong

area, with a cap of KRW 100 mi, approx USD 85,000.

Recently Suorted productions

Hello Ghost by KIM Young-tak, Korea, 2010

I Saw the Devil by KIM Jee-woon, Korea 2010

Contacts

9F 202-Dong, Chunui Techno Park II, 202 Chunui-Dong,

Wonmi-Gu, Bucheon-Si, Gyeonggi-Do, 420-857, Korea

Tel +82-32-623-8042 Fax +82-32-623-8080

www.gpfc.or.kr

Gyeo


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iFC_ inCheon Film Commission

IntroductionThe city of Incheon was the first area in the Korean peninsula to

receive the modern cultures of western civilization which then grew

into a multicultural and multiethnic harbor city. Being home to the

Asian Games in 2014, it is fast rising as an international city center

with its world renowned international airport and harbor. It is in close

proximity to Seoul, and has various advantages on offer for location

shooting from over a hundred nearby islands to the city streets with

the charms of the traditional past and the modernity of today.

Location highlights

Incheon International Airport

Incheon Port, a historical port on the Yellow Sea that acts as a

gateway to Seoul

Songdo International City, a new city with a futuristic design

China Town, a mega scaled exotic town

Incheon Bridge, the worlds fifth most recently built ca

stayed bridge on sea


roductions

A maximum 25% incentive (cap at 100,000,000 KRW, a

85,000 USD) on expenditures for shooting in Incheon


Thirst by PARK Chan-wook, Korea 2008

Dance Town by JEON Kyu-hwan, Korea 2010

Contacts

Incheon Art Platform, 10-1, Haean-dong, Jung-gu, Inche

Korea 420-021 Tel +82-32-455-7171 Fax +82-32-455-719

www.ifc.or.kr

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CFC_ Cheongpung Film Commission Cheong

IntroductionChungcheongbuk-do is often called The city of fresh wind and a

bright moon. Together with its beautiful mountains and valleys, its

reputation comes from the magnificent townscape of Jecheon city,

where the CFC is based, and the surrounding CheongPung Lake

(67.5km2) which is well known for its breathtaking scenery. It is also

adjacent to Woraksan National Park which has long been known as a

divine peak thanks to its steep physical features and ferociously tall

cliffs.

Location highlights

Urim-Ji Lake, one of the oldest irrigation facilities in Korea

surrounded by several hundred years old pine trees, weeping

willows, a 30-meter high natural waterfall and water fountain.

CheongPung Lake, a famous freshwater fishery with vast and flat

terrain.

Bibong Mountain, a hawk shaped mountain encompassed by

CheongPung Lake, giving an illusionary look of an island over the

sea


Jecheon Media Center

A film studio equipped with editing rooms, audio and video studios,

and film archive. 325.2m2 in size.

Jecheon SBS Set

Periodical set for Chosun Dynasty used to shoot several TV

dramas

19,392m2 in size, about 750 USD rental fee per day

The Divine Weapon Film Set

Periodical set for Chosun Dynasty, used to shoot 2008 film Th

Divine Weapon and other productions

Abt 750 USD rental fee per day

Jecheon KBS Set

Periodical set for ancient kingdoms, used to shoot several TV

dramas

16,353m2 in size, abt 750 USD rental fee per day


The Divine Weaon by KIM Yoo-jin, Korea 2007

Romantic Debtors by SHIN Keun-ho, Korea 2010

Contacts

Jecheon Media Center 2nd Floor, #110 Cheongjeon-dong, Jech

si, Chungbuk, Korea 390-110

Tel +82 43 645 4995, +10 8748 0506(mobile)

Fax +82 43 645 4996, www.cpfc.or.kr / [email protected]


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DFC_ Daejeon Film Commission

IntroductionDaejeon is the fifth largest city in Korea with a large area of

administrative districts and research complexes. Located

at the center of Korea, it also serves as a transportation

hub providing easy access to most major cities. With three

big rivers passing through and a large lake nearby, its rich

water resource adds natural scenic beauty to its high-tech

industrial cityscape.

Location highlights

Lake Daecheonghosu, the third biggest lake in Korea with

a serene lakeside road 80 kilometers long and the grand

Daecheong Dam.

Ppuri Park, showing the origins of 136 Korean surnames

engraved on stone sculptures, is a unique place that gives

an illusionary look of an island.

Hanbat Arboretum, an artificially-made tree garden in

the middle of the city, with a sensory garden, woods for

meditation, a marsh garden, eco-forests, a bush garden and

a Mugunghwa (Rose of Sharon) hill.

Incentive rograms oen to international roduct

A 20% cash incentive for production costs spent in Daejeo


Daejeon Cinema Studio

Two sound stages each 1,140m2 and 670m2 in size

Screening room equipped with 4k image projection

Fully equipped for wire actions and chroma-key

Easy access to post production facilities


A Frozen Flower by YOO Ha, Korea 2008

JEON WOO CHI: The Taoist Wizard by CHOI Dong-hoon,

2010

Contacts

DFC Organizing Committee, ACTS, 3-1 Doryong-dong, Yusu

Daejeon, Metropolitan City

Tel +82 42 479 4114, Fax +82 42 479 4125

http://djfc.co.kr

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jjFC_ jeonju Film Commission

IntroductionWhat makes Jeonju special among the many other towns and cities in Korea is

its Bibim-bap, rice with minced meats and vegetables. It also has a unique Hanok

Village, a traditional Korean village that is still home to residents today. With

memories from the past and a richness of cultural heritage situated all over

the city, Jeonju is a famous tourist attraction that attracts more than 4 million

visitors every year. It also is an optimal shooting location giving easy access to

plains, the sea, and mountains as well as high rise steel and glass towers within

1 hour travel. More than 30 films and TV dramas are shot in Jeonju every year.

Location highlights

Hanok Village, a traditional Korean village with 700 well-preserved houses

Saemangeum, a vast area of reclaimed land along the Yellow Sea

Gochang Hakwon Farm, a farmland 992,000m2 wide with a green barley field

(best season to shoot: April and May) and a buckwheat field (best season to

shoot: September and October)


Jeonju/Jeonbuk Incentive Program

Cash and in-kind incentive for productions shot in Jeonju city and Jeonbuk

Province

Jeonju Cinema Studio Bargain Rate Offer

20%~70% discount for sound stage rental (approx. 160USD ~ 260USD per day /

rate card: 330 USD)


Iksan Prison Set

An open set with prison buildings

Jeonju Cinema Studio

A soundstage ( 1,044m2) and an outdoor film set (46,281m2)

Fully equipped for wire actions, chroma-key, and water pressure control

Storages and ancillary buildings, equipment rental including RED ONE camera,

Cook lens set

GFM Dolly system


The Front Line by JANG Hun, 2010

My Way by KANG Je-kyu, 2010

Contacts

502, Girin Officetel, 155-1, Gosa-dong, Wansan-gu, Jeonju, Jeollabuk-do, 560-706, Korea

Tel +82 63 286 0421, Fax +82 63 286 0424

www.jjfc.or.kr / [email protected]

Jeon


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jnFC_ jeon-nam Film Commission

IntroductionJeollanam-do is a mysterious land of natural beauty and

pristine scenery. With hundreds of islands located in the nearby

sea and several oceanic national parks, it boasts outstanding

marine tourism attractions and cultural heritages. It also has

long been famous for its unique cuisine and continues to lure

many Koreans with its rich culinary culture.

Location highlights

Suncheonman Bay Field, Koreas biggest area of reeds which

creates a breathtaking sight when the entire field sways in

the wind

Suncheon Nakan-eupseoung (castle) village, a traditional folk

village with 200 thatched-roof houses.

Yeosu Odongdo, an island famous for its colorful maritime

nature including Camellia, a light house, steep rock cliffs, and

sea caves

Yeosu Sado, a group of seven islands that connect by land at

low tide

Kwang-Yang Container Terminal, one of the biggest container

terminals on the south-west coast

Kwang-Yang Measil (plum) Orchard, located along the Sumjin

River, this orchard is filled with Japanese apricot and Me

(plum) trees that blossom every March (165,000m2)


Suncheon Open Set

An open set focusing on modern Korea

Naju Samhanji Theme Park

A periodical set focusing on ancient Korea

Wando Cheonghae Port Outdoor Film Set

An open set with ancient villages and ports, 66,000m2 in

Gokseong seomjingang train village

An old railway that has become a tourist attraction


Beyond the Years by LIM Kwon-taek, Korea 2007

The poem of Jeolla by Hirofumi Kawaguchi, Korea/Japan

Contacts

Olympic Memorial Community Center 3F Palmaro, Sunche

Jeollanamdo, korea

Tel +82 61 744 2271, Fax +82 61744 2273

www.jnfc.or.kr

Jeon


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gnFC_ gyeong-nam Film Commission

IntroductionGyeong-Nam is located at the southeastern end of the

Korean Peninsula. With the Taebaek Mountain Range

standing in the east and Nakdong River flowing through the

center, it boasts rich natural resources including islands,

national parks, hot springs, mountains, valleys, beaches,

wetlands, and forests. GNFC sees the region as a land rich in

nature and strong in tradition.

Location highlights

Namhae-Samcheonpo Grand Bridge, a bridge with

spectacular views connecting the regions many islands

Somaemuldo, a small island with spectacular coastal cliffs

Boriam Temple, a beautiful temple in the middle of a

mountain looking down to the sea


roductions

A cash incentive up to 30% on production costs spent in

GyeongNam


Hapcheon Theme Park Outdoor Set

An open set from modern Korea with 164 buildings and

streets, 1 train, 2 trams and several military weaponry

(78,420m2)

Maritime Outdoor Set

An open set with 25 ancient buildings, ports, 3 ships, and

floating houses (43,469m2)

Hwangmae Mountain Outdoor Set

An open set located on the mountainside, with 31 ancient

houses, 10 windmills, lookouts, and forges (14,657m2)

Hadong Toji Outdoor Set

An open set with 47 thatched cottages, 5 tile-roofed hou

watermills and old markets (21,441m2)


Hello Stranger by Banjong Pisanthanakun, Thailand 2010

The Front Line by JANG Hun, Korea 2010

Contacts

Masan Main Stadium in Gymnasium #447, Yangdeok-don

Masan-City, Gyeongnam, Korea 630 725

Tel +82 55 296 0303 Fax +82 55 296 5924

www.gnfc.co.kr / [email protected]

Gyeon


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jejuFC_ jeju Film Commission

Jeju

IntroductionJeju is famously known as the "Island of Peace" and "Island of Mystery".

It boasts natural beauty with a long history and unique culture, along with

beautiful seasonal landscapes. It is also favored by many film directors from

home and abroad, because of its excellent natural open set.

Its geographical location, as a key transfer point of Northeast Asia, gives Jeju a

role acting as a bridge between Southeastern Asian countries as well as China

and Japan. In addition, Mt.Halla, Geomun Oreum and Seongsan Sunrise Peak in

Jeju Island have been inscribed as World Natural heritages by UNESCO.

Location highlights

Magnificent scenery over the entire island which originated from volcanic

eruption

Over 360 mountains, hills and beautiful beaches

Grassland, meadows, and well organized roads


In-kind support of accommodation up to 25 days for film development and

script writing

Cash grant for screen productions with location shoot

Jeju

Equipment rental support (generator trucks, king cran

dollies, lighting, etc)


Sites for an open set available with rental fee incentive

Casting capabilities


D-War by SHIM Hyung-rae

Jewel in the palace by LEE Byung-hoon (a mega hit TV

drama)

Contacts

837-20 Ildo-2dong, Jeju city, Jeju Special Self-Governin

Province, Korea

Tel + 82 64 727 7800~2, Fax + 82 64 727 7900

www.jejufc.or.kr


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Laws & ReguLations

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How to Meet KoReanCo-PRoduCeRst vl ww f pp c k pc w y f

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2012 KO-PRODUCTION Circuit

KO-PRODUCTION in Paris

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How to Meet KoRean Co-PRoduCeRs

Project Markets

Asian Project Market(Formerly PPP)

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Tel: +82 2 3675 5097

E-mail: ppp@flmm.

Homepage: p://ppp.flmm.

NAFF (Network of Asian Fantastic Films)

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Tel: + 82 32 327 6313 (ex. 122)

Jongsuk Thomas NAM, NAFF Senior Manager:

[email protected]

Sun BANG, Research and Development Coordinator:

[email protected] / [email protected]

Homepage: p://ff.pf.cm


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JPM (Jeonju Project Market)

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Contacts

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E-mail: y@jff..

Homepage: www.jff..

Producers Associations

KFPA (Korean Film Producers Association)

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E-mail: fp@fp.

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PGK (Producers Guild of Korea)

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E-mail: wbm@p..

Homepage: www.p..k


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KOFIC (Korean Film Council)koFiC pcl z cm mbll

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206-46 Cheongnyangni-dong, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul

130-010, Korea

(Tel) +82 2 9587 591~8 (Fax) +82 2 9587 590

www.koreanfilm.or.kr

International Film Festivals

JIMFF (Jecheon International Music & Film Festival)

JIMFF Festival Office 127-1 Jecheon-Haksa,

Anam-dong 5-ga, Seongbuk-gu,

Seoul 136-075 Korea

(Tel) +82 2 925 2242 (Fax)+82 2 925 2243

www.jimff.org

JIFF (Jeonju International Film Festival)

5F Girin Officetel, 155-1 Gosa-dong, Wansan-gu, Jeonju,

560-706 Korea

(Tel)+82 63 288 5433 (Fax)+82 63 288 5411

www.jiff.or.kr

PiFan (Puchon International Fantastic Film Festival)

1F Comic Business Center, Korea Manhwa Contents

Agency, 529-2 Sang-dong, Wonmi-gu, Bucheon City

Gyeonggi Province, 420-030 Korea

(Tel)+82 32 327 6313 (Fax)+82 32 322 9629

www.pifan.com

BIFF (Busan International Film Festival)

Annex 2-1 Yachting Center, 1393 Woo1-dong, Haeundae-

gu, Busan, 612-797 Korea

(Tel) +82 51 747 3010 (Fax) +82 51 747 3012

www.biff.kr

SeNef (Seoul International Film Festival)

5F Youahn Building, 146-23 Samsung-dong, Kangnam

gu, Seoul, 135-090 Korea

(Tel)+82 2 518 4332 Fax)+82 2 518 4333

www.senef.net

Seoul International Youth Film Festival

#501 Pyung-Kwang Building, 19-19 Chungmuro 5-ga,

Jung-gu, Seoul, 100-015 Korea

(Tel)+82 2 775 0501 (Fax)+82 2 775 0502

www.siyff.com [email protected]

WFFIS (International Womens Film Festival in Seoul)

5F Seojeon Bldg, 1431-9, Seocho1-dong, Seocho-gu,

Seoul, 137-865 Korea

(Tel) +82 2 583 3598 (Fax) +82 2 525 3920

www.wffis.or.kr [email protected]

Groups & Associations

The Association of Korean Independent Film & Video

2F 82-9 Gongdeok-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 121-800 K

(Tel)+82 2 334 3166 (Fax)+82 2 363 3154

www.kifv.org [email protected]

Corea Entertainment Management Association

5F K707 building 70-7 Samsung-dong, Kangnam-gu,

Seoul, Korea

(Tel)+82 2 517 1563 (Fax)+82 2 517 1566

www.cema.or.kr [email protected]

Federation of Korea Movie Workers Union

#402 Hongdo Building, 7-3 Pil-dong 2-ga, Jung-gu,

Seoul Korea

(Tel) +82 2 771 1390 (Fax)+82 2 753 1352

www.fkmwu.org [email protected]

Film Engineer Corporation

8-38 Yejang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, Korea

(Tel)+82 2 779 1277 (Fax)+82 2 779 1277

www.feco.or.kr

industRy ContaCts


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Krean Film Directrs Sciety

217 Namsan Buildin, 34-5 Namsan-dn, 3-a

Jun-u, Seul, 100-043 Krea

(Tel)+82 2 771 8440 (Fax)+82 2 771 8441

www.kfds.r

Krea Scenari Writers Assciatin

201 Capital Buildin, 28-1 Pil-dn 3-a, Jun-u, Seul,

100-273 Krea

(Tel)+82 2 2275 0566 (Fax)+82 2 2278 7202

www.scenari.r.kr [email protected]

Krean Sciety f Cinematraphers

#707 Sanlip Buildin, 296-2 Elji-r, 3-a Jun-u,

Seul Krea

(Tel) +82 2 546 5078 (Fax) +82 2 3442 5078

www.theksc.cm

Krea Film Lihtin Directrs Sciety

#501 Ilh Buildin, 36-3 Chnm-r, 5-a Jun-u,

Seul, Krea

(Tel)+82 2 755 6797 (Fax)+82 2 778 5080

www.ksld.r.kr

The Mtin Pictures Assciatin f Krea

#402 Yechn Hewan, Dnsun-dn, 1-117 Jnr-

u, Seul, Krea

(Tel)+82 2 744 8064 (Fax)+82 2 765 7050

www.kreamvie.r.kr [email protected]

Wmen in Film Krea

#502 Samsun Buildin, 11-6 Chunjin-dn, Jnr-u,

Seul, 110-130Krea

(Tel)+82 2 723 1087 (Fax)+82 2 725 1087

www.wifilm.cm [email protected]

ACKNoWLEDgEMENTS

PUBLISHERKIM Eui-suk Cm, koFiC

EDIToR-IN-CHIEF Daniel D.H. PARK dc, il

Pm dpm, koFiC

WRITTEN AND EDITED BY HAN San-hee dpy dc,

il Pm dpm, koFiC

Janice Jhyun CHUNg C-pc C, i

Pm dpm, koFiC

DESIgN Jr d

gvernmentMinistry f Culture, Sprts and Turism

2-70 Waryn-dn, Jnn-u, Seul, 110-360 Krea

(Tel)+82 2 3704 9114

www.mcst..kr

other Film Related oranizatinsKrean Film Archive

1602 DMC Cmplex, Sanam-dn, Map-u, Seul, 12

270Krea(Tel)+82 2 3153 2001 (Fax)+82 2 3153 2080

www.kreafilm.r.kr

Krea Media Ratin Bard

1602 DMC 4F, 5F The Culture Cntents Center Sana

dn, Map-u, Seul, 121-270Krea

(Tel) +82-2-3153-4300 (Fax) +82-2-3153-4337

www.kmrb.r.kr


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Four distinct seasons,

easy access to any shooting location,

an over 5,000 year old cultural heritage,

uP to 30% cash reBate on Production costs-

korea has everything

a Film shoot could need.

Documents

Korea Shooting Guide