Chung-Ang University director wins Best Short Film at Moscow International Film Festival

Chung-Ang University is celebrating a significant international achievement as director Ahn Hye-rim's short film, "Jeongdong," clinched the Best Short Film award at the prestigious 48th Moscow International Film Festival. This victory not only underscores the artistic merit of Korean cinema on a global stage but also reaffirms the advanced training provided by Chung-Ang University's Graduate School of Advanced Imaging Science.

The film "Jeongdong" delves into the complex realities faced by ethnic Korean (Joseonjok) migrants, particularly focusing on a young woman named Park Lim. After her father's sudden death, Park Lim joins her mother, who works in South Korea. The narrative sensitively explores Park Lim's struggles with identity, societal prejudice in Korea, and the generational differences in perspective, especially when she receives a job offer in China, creating conflict with her mother.

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There's a tendency for perceptions of ethnic Koreans to be negatively fixed through media like films. I wanted to capture the hope for a society free from prejudice towards people with multicultural backgrounds.

Director Ahn Hye-rim shared her motivation, stating, "There's a tendency for perceptions of ethnic Koreans to be negatively fixed through media like films. I wanted to capture the hope for a society free from prejudice towards people with multicultural backgrounds." This sentiment resonates deeply in South Korea, where discussions about multiculturalism and the integration of foreign workers and ethnic Koreans are ongoing.

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The Best Short Film award at the Moscow International Film Festival is a meaningful achievement that goes beyond the student's individual accomplishment, signifying the international recognition of Chung-Ang University's Graduate School of Advanced Imaging Science's creative education capabilities.

The Moscow International Film Festival, established in 1935, is one of the world's oldest and most respected film events, often mentioned alongside Cannes, Venice, and Berlin. For Korean cinema, it holds historical significance, notably with actress Kang Soo-yeon's Best Actress award in 1989. Ahn's win marks a new chapter, showcasing the evolving themes and sophisticated storytelling emerging from South Korea's younger generation of filmmakers.

This accolade is a testament to the innovative curriculum and dedicated faculty at Chung-Ang University's Graduate School of Advanced Imaging Science, which continues to foster talent capable of competing and succeeding in the international film community. The university plans to further support its students' global endeavors through enhanced creative resources and international exchange programs.

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We will continue to expand creative support and international exchange to help students challenge themselves and grow on the world stage.