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7.5 / 10(2 votes)IMDb20261h 44mSouth Korea

Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema

미스터김, 영화관에 가다

Synopsis

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Busan International Film Festival founder Kim Dong-ho, at eighty-five, picks up a camcorder for the first time and decides to make a documentary. His lens turns toward cinemas struggling through the crisis, as beloved theaters vanish amid dwindling audiences. Seeking to reconnect with old friends, "Mr. Kim" — now nearing ninety — travels the world to talk with filmmakers and cinephiles. Through these encounters, he reflects on cinema’s past and future, finding wisdom and resilience in a time of transformation. His journey becomes a meditation on change, memory, and the enduring spirit of film.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Montreal Asian International Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kim Dong-ho
Original Score
Cho Young-wuk
Original Title
미스터김, 영화관에 가다
Country of Origin
South Korea
Spoken Languages
Korean
Runtime
1h 44m
Production Studios
Sanai Pictures, Tiger Studio

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kim Dong-ho

Original Score & Music

Cho Young-wuk

Director of Photography

Lee Seong-taek

Film Editing

Kim Hyung-joo

Producers

Kim Dong-ho, Han Jae-duk, Park Min-jeong

Department Leadership Roster

Kim Dong-ho

Kim Dong-ho

Director

Park Min-jeong

Producer

Cho Young-wuk

Cho Young-wuk

Original Music Composer

Kim Hyung-joo

Editor

Lee Seong-taek

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema about?

After the COVID-19 pandemic, Busan International Film Festival founder Kim Dong-ho, at eighty-five, picks up a camcorder for the first time and decides to make a documentary. His lens turns toward cinemas struggling through the crisis, as beloved theaters vanish amid dwindling audiences. Seeking to reconnect with old friends, "Mr. Kim" — now nearing ninety — travels the world to talk with filmmakers and cinephiles. Through these encounters, he reflects on cinema’s past and future, finding wisdom and resilience in a time of transformation. His journey becomes a meditation on change, memory, and the enduring spirit of film.

Who directed Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema?

Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema was directed by Kim Dong-ho.

Who stars in Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema?

The principal cast of Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema includes Kim Dong-ho, Lee Chang-dong, Park Chan-wook, Bong Joon Ho, Hirokazu Kore-eda.

When was Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema released and how long is it?

Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.

Who composed the musical score for Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Mr. Kim Goes to the Cinema was composed by Cho Young-wuk.