KIM
JAE HYUNG
Bio
Kim Jae Hyung 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, often using psychological horror and surreal imagery to reflect emotional and existential distress.
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.
Awards & Career
Director, Screenwriter & Editor
International Film Festivals
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Leap of Passion (2024) - Short film
2024 Fantasia International Film Festival
– Official Selection
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Shoulder (2023) - Short film
2023 Fantasia International Film Festival
– Official Selection
– Best Asian Shorts: Silver Award
– Outstanding Performance Award
2023 Montecatini International Short Film Festival
– Official Selection
Domestic Film Festivals (South Korea)
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Shoulder (2023) - Short film
2024 Daegu Independent Short Film Festival – Official Selection
2023 Urban Film Festival in Korea – Official Selection
2023 University Film Festival of Korea – Official Selection
2023 Beautiful Hapcheon Independent Film Festival – Official Selection
Producer & A.D
International Film Festivals
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Pink Jacket (2023) / Producer - Short film
2023 Santa Monica Film Festival – Official Screening
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Lost in Music (2024) / Producer - Short film
2023 SVA Gramercy Gallery – Official Screening
Domestic Film Festivals (South Korea)
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September waves, 초가을 수영 (2025) / AD, Producer - Short film
2025 Incheon Film Festival – Official Selection
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Dear My Trumpet, 디어 마이 트럼펫 (2025) / Producer - Short film
2025 Jecheon International Music Film Festival – Official Selection
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Out of Town, 바깥은 (2024) / Producer - Short film
2024 Jecheon International Music Film Festival – Official Selection
Additional Works
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The Ghost Game (2025) - Feature Film
(Production Team)
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Woof by HAEUN (2023) - MV
(Director, Cinematographer, Editor)
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Long Story Short, I Love You (2022) by HAEUN - MV
(Director, Cinematographer, Editor)
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Punk! by HAEUN (2021) - MV
(Music Video, Director, Cinematographer, Editor)
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우주로 날아갈 확률 100% by 임서해 (2022) - MV
(Director, Cinematographer, Editor)