Kim Jae Hyung

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MFA Production Student

Professional Links & Recent Works

Jae Hyung Kim is a South Korean filmmaker whose work explores the suffering of individuals within the pressures of large, complex societies. He blends social themes with genre elements.

His short film 'Shoulder' won two awards at the 2023 Fantasia International Film Festival and was screened at both Korean and international festivals. The following year, his film 'Leap of Passion' was also invited to Fantasia in 2024, marking his second consecutive selection.

Beyond short films, Jae Hyung has worked as a production assistant on a feature film in South Korea and directed music videos, embracing various formats to expand his creative voice.

His work aspires to give voice to those often overlooked, using the arts as a medium to spark empathy and deeper understanding across social boundaries.