Shin Min-a's Thriller Success: 'Pupil' Officially Invited to Sitges Film Festival

The film 'Pupil,' starring actor Shin Min-a, has been officially invited to the Sitges Film Festival in Spain.

According to the distributor By4M Studio, 'Pupil' has been officially invited to the Panorama section of the competition at the 59th Sitges Film Festival, which kicks off on October 8.

Since its inception in 1968 as a week-long event for fantasy and horror films, the Sitges Film Festival has grown into the world's largest and most representative genre film festival. It has previously hosted numerous critically and commercially acclaimed Korean films, including 'Can't Help It,' the 'The Roundup' series, 'Sleep,' 'The Night Owl,' and 'Train to Busan.'

Angel Sala, the artistic director of the Sitges Film Festival, praised 'Pupil,' stating, "It is a work that transcends the framework of a remake to establish its own unique identity. It is a thriller that stands out for its atmosphere, which subtly carries the texture of a horror film, and its tension."

An international release has also been confirmed. Following its premiere in the Philippines on June 25, the film was released in Singapore on July 2 and Mongolia on July 3, with a North American release scheduled for July 10. It will continue its global rollout with subsequent releases in Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Russia, and Japan.

'Pupil' is a suspense thriller that follows the story of Seo-jin, who is gradually losing her sight due to a genetic disease, as she uncovers the truth behind the suspicious death of her twin sister. Shin Min-a delivers a passionate performance playing dual roles, while Kim Nam-hee is also receiving acclaim for his intense acting.

The film was released on June 24 and caused a stir in its second week by surpassing 'Toy Story 5' to reach number one at the box office.



Reported by Kim Ji-hye | Produced by SBS Entertainment News
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