Buil Film Awards 2024 Celebrates Korean Cinema with Star-Studded Wins!
The Buil Film Awards, an important event in the Korean film industry, took place on October 3, 2024, at the Signiel Busan Grand Ballroom in Haeundae-gu. This prestigious awards show is part of the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), which began its 10-day celebrations on October 2. Hosted by the Busan Ilbo, the Buil Film Awards honors outstanding achievements in Korean cinema.
A Look at the Eligible Films
Films released between August 11, 2023, and August 10, 2024, were eligible for nominations at the 33rd edition of the Buil Film Awards. This year, the black comedy-drama Cobweb led the nominations with an impressive nine nods, showcasing its strong presence in the competitive film landscape.
Winners of the 2024 Buil Film Awards
The awards ceremony celebrated numerous talented individuals and films. Here are the winners for this year's Buil Film Awards:
- Best Supporting Actor: Song Joong Ki for Hopeless
- Best Supporting Actress: Lim Ji Yeon for Revolver
- Best New Actress: Krystal Jung for Cobweb
- Best New Actor: Kim Young Sung for Big Sleep
- Male Star of the Year: Lee Joon Hyuk for 12.12: The Day / Spring in Seoul
- Female Star of the Year: Shin Hye Sun for She Died (Or Following)
- Best Director: Kim Sung Soo for 12.12: The Day / Spring in Seoul
- Best Actor: Jung Woo Sung for 12.12: The Day / Spring in Seoul
- Best Actress: Kim Geun Soon for Jeong Sun
- Best Film: Revolver
Celebrating Talent and Creativity
The Buil Film Awards not only recognize the hard work and dedication of actors, directors, and the entire film crew but also highlight the creativity and storytelling present in Korean cinema. The event serves as a platform for celebrating the talent within the industry, showcasing films that resonate with audiences both locally and internationally.
Conclusion: A Night to Remember
The 2024 Buil Film Awards brought together industry leaders and fans to celebrate the achievements of Korean films. As the event concluded, it left a lasting impression on everyone involved, reminding them of the power of storytelling and the impact of cinema in society. The winners’ emotional acceptance speeches and the audience’s enthusiastic support highlighted the importance of recognizing talent in the film industry.
