The selected films from countries for the 2024 International Oscar have been introduced, attracting global attention. These selections not only represent the cinematic capabilities of various countries but also reflect the cultural diversity and unique stories of these nations. Nepal, Singapore, Israel, Romania, South Korea, and Chile are among the countries that have chosen their films for this important cinematic event.
Nepal and Singapore's Selections
Nepal has joined the participating countries in the International Oscar with the film "Tomorrow" directed by Dipendra Kumar Rajeshri. This film tells an emotional and profound story of everyday life and addresses social critique. On the other hand, Singapore is also present in this competition with the film "The Man Who Got Lost in the Street" directed by Song Siu Chen. This film narrates the story of a man searching for his identity in a city full of tension and contradiction.
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Selected Films from Israel, Romania, South Korea, and Chile
Israel is participating in this competition with the film "Rescue" directed by Nova Tohar. This film is about a family's struggle for survival in difficult social and economic conditions. On the other hand, Romania presents a different perspective on human relationships during the pandemic with the film "Love in the Time of Corona" directed by Radu Jude. South Korea has also joined this list with the film "Nightmare" directed by Park Chan-wook. This film explores social and anthropological issues and has been praised at previous international festivals. Chile, too, presents the film "Silence in the Night" directed by Pedro Perez, telling a tense story that addresses contemporary social and political issues.
The selection of these films reflects the diversity and richness of cinema on a global scale. Each of these films not only addresses local stories but also attempts to reflect the social and human realities that impact everyday life. Given that the International Oscar has always served as a platform for introducing various cultures and stories, it is expected that these films will attract the attention of the jury and audiences.
As a universal language, cinema has the ability to create emotional and cultural connections between different people. The selection of these films from various countries can provide an opportunity for dialogue and exchange of views on social and cultural issues. For this reason, it is anticipated that this event will not only introduce the selected films but also help in the expansion of different cultures in Europe and beyond.
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