# Global and South Korean women's film programming

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/global-and-south-korean-womens-film-programming
> Updated: 2026-08-27T07:11:13.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

International women’s film festivals have been showcasing diverse narratives regarding women’s lived experiences and feminist issues. Recent highlights include the 23rd Filmfest FrauenWelten in Berlin, which featured films such as ‘Unruly’ and ‘Angry Annie’, and the 28th Seoul International Women’s Film Festival, which included works examining reproductive rights, teaching feminism, and campus safety.

In South Korea, cultural film programming continues with the Jeju Content Agency hosting a “Gender Equality, a Story We Watch Together” event on September 2. This event includes a screening of “Hidden Figures” and a discussion on gender equality, inclusion, and diversity. Additionally, the Korean Film Council is launching a nationwide “2026 Small Cinema Special Exhibition” starting September 1, featuring 91 films across 25 small cinemas to enhance local cultural infrastructure.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Cultural film events announced in Jeju and across South Korea

Cultural events are coming to Jeju and other regions in South Korea, including a gender equality film screening by the Jeju Content Agency and a nationwide free Korean film exhibition.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cultural-film-events-announced-in-jeju-and-across-south-korea

### 2026-08-20: Women's film festivals highlight diverse global narratives

Women's film festivals in Berlin and Seoul are showcasing diverse cinematic works that explore themes of reproductive rights, feminism, and the lived experiences of women.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/womens-film-festivals-highlight-diverse-global-narratives

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