About this Event
The inaugural Perth Korean Film Festival brings five exceptional films to Perth for a weekend of premium Korean screen culture in an intimate boutique cinema.
Honouring the past, embracing the present and inspiring the future, the festival celebrates the richness of Korean storytelling and the power of cinema to connect us.
A cultural bridge between South Korea and Australia, it brings audiences together through shared stories and fresh perspectives, building a partnership that drives culture forward.
Set in 15th-century Korea, The King’s Warden follows a deposed young king sent into exile and the village chief entrusted with his care. An unlikely friendship grows between them in this moving historical drama.
2026 - 116 min - Director: Jang Hang-jun - Classified M
Doors from 2.30pm, film from 3pm
The inaugural Perth Korean Film Festival is proudly supported by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, Korea Research Centre, The Backlot Perth, HALO Films, Curtin University, Alpha Solar Tech and Singular Health.
Together, these partners help build a cultural bridge between South Korea and Australia, celebrating Korean cinema and creating opportunities for connection and exchange.
The Perth Korean Film Festival is presented by .S2Co., bringing people together through cinema, culture and shared stories.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Backlot Perth, 21 Simpson Street, West Perth, Australia
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