As of February 21 KST, 'Picnic', directed by Kim Yong Gyun, has surpassed the break-even point with an impressive audience of 270,043, according to data from the Korea Film Council's integrated computer network. Achieving this milestone just 15 days after its release on February 7, the film has captured attention as the first Korean feature film of the year to reach this significant benchmark.
With a production cost of 1.2 billion won, 'Picnic' has dominated the independent art film box office for a remarkable 14 consecutive days. Notably, it has set a record by attracting over 200,000 viewers, marking the highest attendance for a Korean independent art film in the past 5 years.
Starring renowned actors Na Moon Hee, Kim Young Ok, and Park Geun Hyung, 'Picnic' narrates the heartfelt journey of two friends and in-laws as they revisit their hometown of Namhae after 60 years, reminiscing about their youthful memories. The film authentically portrays the challenges and joys of aging, including familial conflicts, life in a nursing home, and the pursuit of dignity in the face of mortality.
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I thought Citizen of a Kind already break even