Independent Film 'Old Partner' Sets Box Office Record

The domestic independent film "Old Partner" has set a new box office record among independent films released in Korea, selling 260-thousand tickets since its release in mid-January.

The figure is higher than the previous record of 225-thousand set by the Irish independent film "Once".

The documentary directed by Lee Chung-ryeol is about a unique bond forged between an old farmer and an ox that has lived with him for 30 years.

Reported by KBS WORLD Radio

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