Florence Korea Film Fest
The Korean film festival in Florence
About FKFF
The Korean film festival in the heart of Florence
The Florence Korea Film Fest is the most important Italian event entirely dedicated to South Korean cinema. Founded in 2003 and organized by the Taegukgi Cultural Association under the direction of Riccardo Gelli, the festival takes place every year in Florence, in the heart of Tuscany, and has turned the Tuscan capital into one of the European benchmarks for the promotion of Korean cinematic culture.
A complete showcase of K-cinema
The festival's headquarters is the Cinema La Compagnia, on Via Cavour, the Region of Tuscany's art-house cinema located just a few steps from the Duomo and the Santa Maria Novella station. This is the hub for screenings, meetings, and special events, while part of the program is also made available online via the MYmovies platform, extending the festival's reach well beyond the borders of the Municipality of Florence.
Each edition features over 70 titles, organized into thematic sections ranging from major commercial hits to independent cinema, and from documentaries to short films. Historical sections include Korean Horizons, dedicated to the best of recent production, K-Cinema Today, focusing on contemporary cinema, and Short, Shorts!, reserved for short films. All screenings are in the original language with subtitles, a choice that reflects the event's cultural rather than purely popular vocation.
International guests, masterclasses, and tributes
The festival is more than just screenings: every year, it welcomes Korean directors, actors, producers, and illustrators to Florence, who take part in public meetings, masterclasses, and tributes. Over the years, the festival has paid homage to some of the most beloved names in Korean cinema, helping to introduce Italian audiences to authors and performers who have captivated global viewers through films and series that have become worldwide phenomena.
Why it's worth it
For fans of Asian cinema, those curious about K-culture, and anyone who simply loves discovering different stories and perspectives, the Florence Korea Film Fest is an unmissable opportunity. It is a festival that combines the rigor of cinephile programming with the charm of an art city like Florence, during a time of year—spring—when the Tuscan capital is particularly beautiful to experience.
- Where: Cinema La Compagnia, Florence (Tuscany)
- When: March
- What: Over 70 Korean films, meetings, masterclasses, tributes
- Language: Original version with subtitles
FKFF — edition 2026
The 24th edition of the Florence Korea Film Fest presented over 70 South Korean films in Florence, welcoming twelve industry figures including directors, actors, producers, and illustrators. The festival, structured into the sections Korean Horizons, K-Cinema Today, and Short, Shorts!, confirmed its role as the leading Italian showcase for K-cinema.
Among the most anticipated moments were the tribute to actor Gong Yoo and the retrospective dedicated to director Yeon Sang-ho, on the occasion of the tenth anniversary of Train to Busan. The screenings, all in the original language with subtitles, were accompanied by masterclasses, meetings with the authors, and a live musical event.
Programme FKFF 2026
Opening and Closing
- March 19 — Opening film: People and Meat by Yang Jong-hyun
- March 27 — Closing film: Homeward Bound by Kim Dae-hwan
Sections
- Korean Horizons — the best of recent Korean production
- K-Cinema Today — contemporary cinema
- Short, Shorts! — short films (six days of programming)
Tributes and Retrospectives
- Tribute to Gong Yoo — career tribute to the actor
- Tribute to Yeon Sang-ho — director's retrospective on the 10th anniversary of Train to Busan
Masterclasses and Special Events
- March 21 — Masterclass by Gong Yoo
- March 25 — Masterclass by Yeon Sang-ho
- March 26 — Masterclass dedicated to Webtoons
- March 27 — Music composition masterclass
- March 28 — Symphonic concert by composer Cho Sung-woo
Meetings with Directors
- Yang Jong-hyun, Lee Hwan, Lee Chang-yeoul, and other authors present at the screenings
All screenings were in the original language with subtitles. Full program at koreafilmfest.com.
Highlights FKFF 2026
Prices FKFF 2026
Practical information — FKFF
How to get there
The Cinema La Compagnia is located at Via Cavour 50/r in Florence, a short distance from the Florence Santa Maria Novella train station (about a 10-minute walk) and the main urban bus lines. Those arriving by car can use the city center parking lots, but public transport is recommended due to the ZTL (limited traffic zone) in the historic center.
Tickets
Tickets for individual screenings and any passes can be purchased at the Cinema La Compagnia box office and, when available, online. Part of the program can also be enjoyed via streaming on the MYmovies platform. For updated rates and accreditation, please check the official website koreafilmfest.com.
Tips
Screenings with guests and masterclasses tend to fill up quickly: it is advisable to arrive early or book in advance. March in Florence is also the ideal time to combine a visit to the festival with exploring the city.
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Where does it take place — FKFF
Cinema La Compagnia
Piazza Stazione 13, 50123 Firenze