Producer Kim Tae-ho Dives into Film Industry, Attending BIFF to Kick Off Distribution Venture

Producer Kim Tae-ho, who has ventured into the film distribution business, will attend the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) to officially begin his journey as a filmmaker.

Content production company TEO, led by Producer Kim Tae-ho, and film distributor Waterhole Company will host an event on October 7 at Music Complex Seoul's Busan branch to introduce their joint business venture and unveil their upcoming lineup.

The event is being held in Busan because the two companies' second co-distributed film, "Mother Mary," has been invited and will be screened at this year's Busan International Film Festival.

This press conference in Busan will serve as an occasion to share the background and goals of the two companies' partnership, while unveiling for the first time their major theatrical release lineup aimed at connecting with a more diverse audience in the 2026–2027 box office.

Highlight clips of "Mother Mary" are scheduled to be revealed for the first time at the event. "Mother Mary" tells the captivating story of global pop icon Mother Mary (Anne Hathaway) who, just three days before the comeback performance of a lifetime, seeks out her long-abandoned friend and designer Sam Anselm (Michaela Coel) for the single dress needed to complete her vision. It has been invited to this year's Busan International Film Festival, allowing it to meet festival audiences ahead of its official release.

The film is generating high anticipation for Academy Award-winning actor Anne Hathaway's striking acting transformation, including her bleached blonde hair, alongside a unique soundtrack crafted by Grammy-winning music producer Jack Antonoff and trendsetter Charli XCX.

Producer Kim Tae-ho of TEO and CEO Joo Hyun of Waterhole Company will personally attend this press conference. They are expected to share candid and in-depth discussions on the background behind expanding their horizons beyond broadcasting and new media into film importation, distribution, and production, the cinematic tone pursued by the two companies, and new business attempts amid a rapidly changing theater environment.

"Mother Mary," invited to the 31st Busan International Film Festival, quickly sold out its premiere screening scheduled for 7:00 PM on Wednesday, October 7. At this screening, Producer Kim Tae-ho will attend a GV (Guest Visit) session to host a special talk, sharing the inspiration he drew from the film's music and story with the audience.

On the same day in Busan, an event will also be held to experience the world of the film in a more special way. A "Mother Mary Listening Party" will take place at Music Complex Seoul's Busan branch, featuring Producer Kim Tae-ho and popular DJ Ines in a program that allows attendees to directly experience the film's music and mood.

Joining hands with Waterhole Company, Producer Kim Tae-ho released their first distributed film, "The Drama," on September 9. The film has accumulated 86,000 viewers nationwide so far.

 

(SBS Star News, Reporter Kim Ji-hye)
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