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The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) opening ceremony is a highly anticipated event in Korea, generating significant buzz due to its international recognition as a FIAPF A-list film festival and the high demand for tickets. As the 31st edition, it draws immense interest from film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, making securing a spot at the opening a competitive endeavor.
The 31st BIFF runs from October 6th to 15th, with the opening ceremony held on October 6th at 6 PM at the Busan Cinema Center Outdoor Theater, featuring actress Kim Min-ha as the MC. The opening film is Director Kim Jong-kwan's "Day and Night Are Mutually," a world premiere. Opening ceremony tickets, priced at 30,000 KRW, went on sale on September 17th at 2 PM, earlier than general screenings. The festival showcases 247 official invited films from 59 countries across multiple venues, including CGV Centum City and Lotte Cinema Centum City, in addition to the Busan Cinema Center.
Local bloggers share practical tips for those seeking tickets, especially after initial sales. While there's no set time for cancellation tickets, they suggest monitoring for releases, noting that cancellation fees increase closer to the event. For those unable to secure online tickets, on-site purchases are possible for any remaining or canceled seats at BIFF box offices during the festival. Bloggers also recommend using the Chrome browser for online booking, disabling pop-up blockers, and being aware that a new account registration is required annually.
