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The creators of ``Titanic'' present a 3D animated film. Jake, a former marine paralyzed from the waist down, is only able to walk again by using a mind-controlled "Avatar" program. He travels to Pandora in order to gain access to the alien planet's rich energy source, but discovers adventure, hope and even love as he becomes integrated with the Na'vi, Pandora's indigenous race. 12 and over. 162 minutes.
CGV Gonghang (1544-1122) near exit 2 of Gimpo Int'l Airport Station on subway line 5
Artreon Sinchon (1644-2208) near exit 4 of Sinchon Station on subway line 2
Seoul Cinema (02-2277-3014) near exit 14 of Jongno 3-ga Station on subway lines 1, 3, and 5
Daehan Cinema (02-3393-3500) near exit 1 of Chungmuro Station on subway lines 3 and 4
Just Friends?
In this cheerful romantic comedy about coming out of the closet, Seok-i (Lee Je-hoon) visits his boyfriend Min-su (Seo Ji-hoo) who is serving in the military. However, they run into Min-su's mother, and explain that they are 'just friends.' One funny episode involves the pair sleeping together, with Min-su's mother sandwiched between. All ages admitted. No English subtitles available.
Sangsangmadang Cinema (02-330-6237) near exit 5 of Hongik Univ. Station on subway line 2
Joongang Cinema (02-776-8866) towards the direction of Uljiro 1-ga on subway line 2
Hyper-theque Nada (02-741-3391) near exit 1 of Hyewa Station on subway line 4
Cinus Ichae (031-955-5999) in Paju publication complex
Girlfriends
Song-i (Kang Hye-jung) starts dating her handsome co-worker Jin-ho (Bae Su-bin). But when she suspects Jin-ho might be cheating on her, she sets out to meet the ``other woman,'' only to learn that he has not one, but two, other ``girlfriends'': Jin (Han Chae-young), Jin-ho's first love, is a sexy and successful party planner, while Bo-ra (Heo I-jae), is a fearless, young college student. Strangely enough, Song-i finds that their similar taste in men to be the basis for a great friendship. 15 and over. 114 minutes. No English subtitles available.
Cinecity (02-540-2500) near exit 3 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3
Cinus G Gangnam (02-530-8400) near exit 5 of Gangnam Station on subway line 2
CGV Gangdong (1544-1122) near exit 2 of Gangdong-gu Office Station on subway line 8
Primus Sillim (1544-5522) near exit 7 of Sillim Station on subway line 2
Red Like the Sky
Inspired by a true story of a gifted Italian sound editor. Mirco loses his eyesight in an accident as a young boy and is forced to attend a special school for the blind. He finds it difficult to accept his new condition but soon discovers the beauty of making new sounds. Meanwhile, he leads his classmates to fight against the religious authorities that run the boarding school, and inspires his friends to rediscover their dreams and potentials. All ages admitted. 96 minutes. In Italian with Korean subtitles.
CGV Apgujeong (1544-1122) near exit 3 of Apgujeong Station on subway line 3
CGV Gangbyeon (1544-1122) near exit 1 of Gangbyeon Station on subway line 2
CGV Guro (1544-1122) inside AK Plaza near exit 1 of Guro Station on subway line 1
Missing Person
Kyu-nam, who makes a living by posting notices of missing dogs, is constantly harassed by Won-yeong, a violent, greedy and lustful man. But when townsfolk start disappearing too, Won-yeong begins to suspect Kyu-nam. The film shows how people can be the victim and perpetrator at the same time. All ages admitted. 95 minutes. No English subtitles available.
Cinus Ichae (031-955-5999) in Paju publication complex
Joongang Cinema (02-776-8866) towards the direction of Uljiro 1-ga in subway line 2
In the Electric Mist
Premiered at the 2009 Berlin International Film Festival. While investigating the murder of a young woman, detective Dave (Tommy Lee Jones) encounters Elrod, a movie star who is in town to film a Civil War movie. He tells Dave about a decayed corpse he found in the swamp, which seems to be related to a previous incident. Meanwhile, clues point to Julius "Baby Feet" Balboni (John Goodman), an old friend who is now an enemy due to ties with the mafia. 15 and over. 105 minutes.
Megabox Coex (1544-0600) inside Coex Mall near exits 5 and 6 of Samseong Station on subway line 2
Lotte Cinema Konkuk Univ. (1644-8855) near exit 5 of Konkuk University Station on subway lines 2 and 7
CGV Guro (1544-1122) inside AK Plaza near exit 1 of Guro Station on subway line 1
CGV Gunja (1544-1122) near exit 7 of Gunja Station on subway line 5 and 7
Movies on Cable TV
Flightplan
OCN 10:30 a.m., Friday Morning
Plane designer Kyle Pratt's daughter Julia vanishes without a trace on an airplane in mid-flight, but no one believes Julia was ever onboard. Desperate and alone, Kyle can only rely on her knowledge of the plane to save her daughter. Directed by Robert Schwentke. Starring Jodie Foster, Peter Sarsgaard and Sean Bean.
Jumper
OCN 12:20 p.m., Saturday Afternoon
David, a high school student in Ann Arbor, discovers he can teleport himself and enjoys a lavish lifestyle traveling the world, until he meets the "Paladins," who know his secret. Directed by Doug Liman. Starring Hayden Christensen and Samuel L. Jackson.
The Bourne Ultimatum
OCN 7:30 p.m., Sunday Night
While reviving his lost memory, former CIA agent Jason Bourne uncovers the operation, Black Briar, prompting its controllers to send agents to kill him. Directed by Paul Greengrass. Starring Matt Damon and Julia Stiles. |
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