Pang Brothers' 'The Mage' Thriller Debuts at Busan Film Market
Danny and Oxide Pang's supernatural crime thriller 'The Mage' is being introduced at the Busan International Film Festival's Asian Contents & Film Market.
In Brief
- •Danny and Oxide Pang's supernatural crime thriller 'The Mage' is being introduced at the Busan International Film Festival's Asian Contents & Film Market.
- •Southeast Asian distributor Abnormal Studios will handle international sales and connect interested parties with 852 Films.
- •The film, starring Josie Ho, fuses horror and crime with Hong Kong spiritual folklore and is aimed at fans of midnight movies and cult cinema.
- •Two Asian deals are already in place, with the film opening in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Taiwan on October 8.
- •Abnormal Studios has acquired and released over 400 titles and now takes around 100 films to market each year.
Why It Matters
The debut of 'The Mage' at the Busan Film Market highlights the growing interest in supernatural crime thrillers and the increasing role of international film markets in distributing Asian content. This film, with its unique blend of horror and crime, could attract a niche but dedicated audience, particularly in regions with a strong appreciation for genre films. The film's success could also pave the way for more collaborations between international distributors and Asian filmmakers, fostering a more interconnected global film industry.
Key Details
- Director
- Danny and Oxide Pang
- Starring
- Josie Ho
- Distributor
- Abnormal Studios
- Production Company
- 852 Films
- Release Date
- October 8, 2026
- Target Audience
- Fans of midnight movies and cult cinema
Context & Background
The Pang Brothers are known internationally for their genre films such as 'The Eye' and 'Bangkok Dangerous'. Josie Ho, who co-founded 852 Films, has previously won the Fantastic Icon Award at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival for her body of work in genre film.
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