BTS ARMY Documentary ‘FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG’ to Premiere at SXSW 2025
A groundbreaking documentary exploring the profound impact of BTS’s fandom, ARMY, is set to make its world premiere at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival 2025 on March 10. Titled ‘FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG,’ the film offers an in-depth look at the ARMY phenomenon, showcasing how this global community has transcended typical fandom to become a significant cultural force.
SXSW Spotlight on ARMY
The documentary has been selected for the prestigious ’24 Beats Per Second’ category at SXSW, North America’s largest entertainment festival and a frontrunner in pop culture. This selection underscores the film’s significance in capturing a unprecedented cultural movement.
Beyond Fandom: ARMY’s Cultural Impact
Co-director Patty Ahn, a Communication Professor at UC San Diego, emphasized the unique nature of ARMY:
“BTS conveyed messages of self-love, valuing friendship, and speaking your truth through their music. ARMY, in turn, created a new fan culture rooted in consideration, community, humor, and joy. This cultural phenomenon is unprecedented. ARMY has changed our thinking about culture.”
Global Unity in Diversity
‘FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG’ highlights ARMY’s role as a symbol of hope and unity in a divided world. The documentary showcases how ARMY transcends gender, race, age, nationality, language, and religion, offering a powerful message of global connection.
Grace Lee, Peabody Award winner and co-director, noted:
“ARMY embodies the values BTS shares through their music. The film captures the diversity, values, and collective power of individuals from various backgrounds uniting under the ARMY name.”
A Three-Year Global Journey
Filmed over three years across Seoul, Los Angeles, Texas, Mexico City, and beyond, ‘FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG’ promises to be both a tribute to BTS fans and a heartfelt letter to ARMYs worldwide.
Key Highlights:
- World Premiere: March 10, 2025, at SXSW Film Festival
- Category: ’24 Beats Per Second’ at SXSW
- Focus: ARMY’s impact as a cultural phenomenon
- Filming Locations: Seoul, Los Angeles, Texas, Mexico City, and more
- Directors: Patty Ahn and Grace Lee
This documentary offers a unique exploration of fan culture, global community, and the power of music to unite people across diverse backgrounds. ‘FOREVER WE ARE YOUNG’ is poised to provide insights into the extraordinary world of BTS and ARMY, showcasing the transformative power of this global fandom.
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