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Episode Company's first film investments hit box office targets
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Episode Company's first film investments hit box office targets

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Episode Company, a film investment and distribution firm, has achieved early success with its first two investments.
  • 'The Swarm' (directed by Yeon Sang-ho) surpassed its break-even point and is performing well at the box office.
  • The second investment, 'Wild Thing' (directed by Son Jae-gon), opened on June 3rd, attracting 160,000 viewers on its first day.

Episode Company, a relatively new player in film investment and distribution, is off to a strong start, signaling promising returns from its initial ventures. Just over a month into its market entry, the company has seen its first two film investments achieve significant box office success.

The first film, 'The Swarm,' directed by Yeon Sang-ho, has not only surpassed its break-even point but is also enjoying a successful run in theaters. This critical and commercial achievement for the company's debut investment sets a positive tone for its future projects.

Adding to this early success, Episode Company's second investment, 'Wild Thing,' directed by Son Jae-gon, premiered on June 3rd. The film made a robust opening, drawing an impressive 160,000 viewers on its first day alone. This strong performance indicates significant audience interest and further solidifies Episode Company's promising start in the competitive film industry.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.