Director Na Hong-jin's film 'Hope' achieved the highest opening revenue for a Korean film in France on its first day of release.
According to distributors, 'Hope' opened on 192 screens across France, generating approximately $800,000 in opening revenue. Notably, in Paris, which accounts for 31% of the country's total box office revenue, the film ranked second at the box office during its opening weekend on October 31, demonstrating strong performance. This success is attributed to the positive reviews from local media and critics following its premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.
The initial box office success has also spread to neighboring Belgium. 'Hope' opened on 38 screens in Belgium, earning about $64,000 in its opening weekend. This figure significantly surpasses the opening performances of previously released Korean films 'Decision to Leave' and 'Burning.' Following its successful debut in France and Belgium, 'Hope' plans to expand its reach across Europe.
'Hope' tells the story of Bamseok, the head of a local office near the Demilitarized Zone, who faces an extraordinary situation when he hears reports of a tiger sighting from local youths, leading to a state of emergency in the village. The film stars actors Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon.
According to distributors, 'Hope' opened on 192 screens across France, generating approximately $800,000 in opening revenue. Notably, in Paris, which accounts for 31% of the country's total box office revenue, the film ranked second at the box office during its opening weekend on October 31, demonstrating strong performance. This success is attributed to the positive reviews from local media and critics following its premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.
The initial box office success has also spread to neighboring Belgium. 'Hope' opened on 38 screens in Belgium, earning about $64,000 in its opening weekend. This figure significantly surpasses the opening performances of previously released Korean films 'Decision to Leave' and 'Burning.' Following its successful debut in France and Belgium, 'Hope' plans to expand its reach across Europe.
'Hope' tells the story of Bamseok, the head of a local office near the Demilitarized Zone, who faces an extraordinary situation when he hears reports of a tiger sighting from local youths, leading to a state of emergency in the village. The film stars actors Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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