North American distribution rights for the Korean western, "The Good, the Bad, the Weird," have been picked up by IFC films. Set for release in Korea on July 17th, according to Variety Asia 70% of electronic tickets sales have been for "GBW", the highest figure this year for a Korean film and anticipation is high.
IFC is said to be looking to release the title in the first half of 2009 in a limited 5 major city release with a possible further wider rollout later. While at Cannes, IFC also acquired distribution rights to "The Chaser."
The comedy adventure stars Song Kang-ho, Lee Byun-hun, and Jung Woo-sung.
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