Korean Film Archive, Film archive in Sangam-dong, South Korea.
The Korean Film Archive is a five-story building dedicated to preserving films and cinema materials. The structure contains specialized storage vaults, screening rooms, and spaces designed for research and study.
The institution began as the Korean Film Depository in 1974 and developed into a major center for film preservation. By 1985 it gained full membership in the International Federation of Film Archives.
The archive reflects how cinema became central to Korean entertainment and storytelling over the decades. Visitors can explore how films shaped cultural conversations and connected people across the nation.
The location is accessible via Digital Media City Station, which connects directly to the archive. The facility operates between 10 AM and 5 PM and offers both a museum space and a research library for visitors to explore.
The archive maintains one of the world's largest collections of Korean films with original negatives stored in climate-controlled vaults. Visitors can access classic Korean movies through a free online platform, making the collection available from anywhere.
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