In the Korean film industry, “Exhuma” has set another record and has taken a strong stance against the illegal distribution and downloading of videos. Showbox, the distributor of “Exhuma,” officially issued a warning about the illegal distribution of the movie recently. This was in response to illegal sharing identified through certain online platforms after the initiation of IPTV and cable TV VOD services on April 22.
Showbox stated, “The unauthorized leakage and distribution of the movie ‘Exhuma’ are serious criminal acts that infringe upon the property rights protected by copyright law,” emphasizing that “legal measures will be taken not only against the initial distributors but also against those who have illegally watched or shared the movie.” Subsequently, they announced strong measures to prevent further damage.
Moreover, Showbox urged the audience to refrain from watching and sharing the movie through illegal download sites or streaming services. “Exhuma” is an occult mystery film that depicts the strange incidents of geomancers, undertakers, and shamans who receive a large sum of money to relocate suspicious graves. Since its release on February 22, this film has become the first in the occult genre to surpass ten million viewers, maintaining the number one spot at the box office for the longest period since 2005 and garnering explosive popularity. To date, the movie has attracted 11.79 million viewers.
Despite this success, the issue of illegal distribution continues to pose a persistent threat to the film industry. The strong stance announced by “Exhuma” is seen as a significant turning point in the fight against illegal distribution. This incident is expected to further strengthen the copyright protection awareness in the Korean film industry. There is ongoing interest in the additional achievements of “Exhuma” and efforts to prevent illegal distribution.
