The Korean Cultural Centre Canada organized a commemorative screening of the acclaimed 2024 film "Harbin," directed by Woo Min-ho, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of Korea's Liberation Day. The special in-person screening took place on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time across three major Canadian cities.
The simultaneous screenings were held at premium Cineplex theater locations in Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto, allowing Korean cinema enthusiasts and history buffs across Canada to participate in this significant cultural event. The choice of "Harbin" for this commemorative screening reflects the film's historical significance and its connection to Korea's independence movement.
In Ottawa, the screening was hosted at Cineplex Cinemas Lansdowne and VIP, located at 325 Marche Way, Unit 107, Ottawa, K1S 5J3. Montreal audiences gathered at the Scotiabank Cinema Montreal at 977 Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest, Montréal, QC H3B 4W3. Meanwhile, Toronto viewers attended the screening at Cineplex Cinemas Yonge-Dundas and VIP, situated at 10 Dundas Street East 402, Toronto, ON M7A 0B2.
This cultural initiative represents part of the Korean Cultural Centre's broader efforts to promote Korean cinema and commemorate important historical milestones in Korean history. The synchronized timing of the screenings across all three cities created a shared viewing experience that connected Korean-Canadian communities and film enthusiasts throughout the country. The event served not only as entertainment but also as an educational opportunity to reflect on Korea's journey to independence and its cultural heritage.
