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Thu, November 14, 2019 | 00:31

Traumatic Korean cinema history on view

Traumatic Korean cinema history on view

The Korean Film Archive is holding a special exhibition on censorship in Korean cinema history at the center in Sangam-dong, Seoul, which will run until next March. Since the birth of the industry in 1919, Korean films have faced substantial government scrutiny. Through Japanese rule (1910-1945) and the 1950-53 Korean War, which was followed by a military regime, films were s...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2019-11-03 16:59

'Black Money' tells story of government corruption in financial scandal

'Black Money' tells story of government corruption in financial scandal

The new white-collar crime film, “Black Money” aims to reignite dialogue about a prominent financial scandal that hit Korea in the early 2000s.“The purpose of this film is to share the story of the case so we can discuss and debate what happened to make this society better,” director and writer Chung Ji-young said during a press conference for the film held at Yongsan CGV in ...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2019-10-30 13:33

EXO's Suho returns to big screen

EXO's Suho returns to big screen

Leader of K-pop group EXO, Kim Jun-myeon, who performs under the stage name Suho, returned to the big screen on Monday with short film “The Present,” which tells the story of young startup founders and their struggles. Aside from his singing career with the popular boy band, Suho has been building his acting career. Starting with online series “EXO Next Door” in 2015, he has ...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2019-10-28 18:04

Wes Studi to make Oscars history for Native American actors

Wes Studi to make Oscars history for Native American actors

When Cherokee actor Wes Studi was thinking about moving to Los Angeles to take a shot at being an actor in the 1980s, he asked a friend if it was a good idea. The friend replied, ``Why not? There aren't many Native American actors.''

2019-10-27 14:46

London festival sheds light on Korean cinema

London festival sheds light on Korean cinema

Launched four years ago with only seven movies, the London East Asia Film Festival (LEAFF) has now established itself as a key platform to introduce the region's vibrant cinema to Britain.

2019-10-27 10:33

Festival to celebrate Korean film's 100th anniversary kicks off in central Seoul

Festival to celebrate Korean film's 100th anniversary kicks off in central Seoul

A movie-themed cultural festival to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Korean cinema kicked off in downtown Seoul on Saturday.

2019-10-27 09:32

'Righteous Revenge' marks birth of Korean cinema

'Righteous Revenge' marks birth of Korean cinema

Exactly a century ago on Oct. 27, 1919, Korea's first film "The Righteous Revenge," directed by Kim Do-san, premiered at the Dansungsa Theater in central Seoul, attracting crowds. In 1962, four decades after its screening, the government designated the day as the beginning of Korean cinema and Korea has since celebrated its anniversary.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2019-10-25 17:21

'Kim Ji-young, Born 1982' tops box office

'Kim Ji-young, Born 1982' tops box office

The movie “Kim Ji-young, Born 1982” tops the box office after its release on Oct. 23. According to the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), ticket sales reached 291,155 for two days until Oct. 24.

2019-10-25 17:11

Is Taeyeon covering 'Frozen 2' theme song?

Is Taeyeon covering 'Frozen 2' theme song?

Many fans speculate that Taeyeon from Girl's Generation is the undisclosed Korean singer who will cover 'Frozen 2's' theme song on the basis of hints Disney has given, such as white complexion and a singer with many hits and a long curly hairdo.

2019-10-24 16:52

'Maleficent 2' tops box office, facing test from 'Kim Ji-young'

'Maleficent 2' tops box office, facing test from 'Kim Ji-young'

The return of Disney's villainous enchantress in “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” stormed into the local box office and has dominated it for six consecutive days since it premiered Oct. 17. However, despite nabbing the top spot, the film does fall short of expectations, and is likely to face a test when "Kim Ji-young, Born 1982" premieres Wednesday.

Lee Gyu-lee | 2019-10-23 16:17

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