Documentary looks at political comeback of ex-Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos This image released by Showtime shows Imelda Marcos from the documentary "The Kingmaker," which premiered Friday at the Venice International Film Festival. (Lauren Greenfield/Showtime via AP)Documentary filmmaker Lauren Greenfield started interviewing former Philippine first lady Imelda Marcos four years ago thinking that it might be a redemption story for the then 85-year-old. What she found is that Marcos was not only standing by the controversial history of her family but defending it as well. Greenfield's documentary about Marcos, ``The Kingmaker,'' premiered Friday at the Venice International Film Festival. Imelda Marcos's husband, the late Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos presided over the country for 20 years and declared martial law in 1972, which ultimately resulted in his being ousted by an army-backed ``people power'' revolt in 1986. He died in self-exile in Hawaii in 1989 but Imelda Marcos and her children returned to the Philippines where many have been elected to political office.``I started it attracted to Imelda Marcos because she was an iconic reference in the woSep 1, 2019
Film festival to screen classics to mark centennial of Korean cinema "The Housemaid" (1960) by director Kim Ki-youngThis year's Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) will screen 10 masterpieces by renowned Korean directors to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Korean cinema, the organizers said Saturday.The special screening program will be held under the title "The 100 Year History of Korean Cinema, 10 Great Korean Films" during the 24th BIFF, set to kick off Oct. 3 for a 10-day run in the southern port city of Busan.The selection includes three signature films from the 1960s ― "The Housemaid" (1960) by director Kim Ki-young, "Aimless Bullet" (1961) by Yu Hyun-mok and "A Day Off" (1968) by Lee Man-hee."The March of Fools" (1975) directed by Ha Gil-jong, "Good Windy Days" (1980) by director Lee Jang-ho and "Why has Bohdi-Dharma Left for the East?" (1989) by director Bae Yong-kyoon are also among the 10 masterpieces.And award-winning director Im Kwon-taek's "Seopyeonje" (1993) will be screened in a special program section, along with Hong Sang-soo's "The Day a Pig Fell into the Well" (1996), Bong Joon-ho's "Memories of Murder" (2003) and Park ChanAug 31, 2019
Valerie Harper, TV's Rhoda, has died at 80 In this Jan. 1987, file photo, Actress Valerie Harper laughs during an interview in New York. Harper, who scored guffaws and stole hearts as Rhoda Morgenstern on back-to-back hit sitcoms in the 1970s, died, Friday, Aug. 30, 2019. She was 80. APValerie Harper, who scored guffaws, stole hearts and busted TV taboos as the brash, self-deprecating Rhoda Morgenstern on back-to-back hit sitcoms in the 1970s, has died. Longtime family friend Dan Watt confirmed Harper died Friday, adding the family wasn't immediately releasing any further details. She had been battling cancer for years, and her husband said recently he had been advised to put her in hospice care. Harper was a breakout star on ``The Mary Tyler Moore Show,'' then the lead of her own series, ``Rhoda.'' She was 80. She won three consecutive Emmys (1971-73) as supporting actress on ``The Mary Tyler Moore Show'' and another for outstanding lead actress for ``Rhoda,'' which ran from 1974-78. Beyond awards, she was immortalized ― and typecast ― for playing one of television's most beloved characters, a best friend the equal of Ethel Aug 31, 2019
VIDEO TOP 3 luxurious movie theaters in Korea By Lee Gyu-leeVideo by Lee Min-young, Kim Kang-minThe movie theater was once a relatively generic place. Audiences watched movies in narrow seats cramped in rows with thin plastic armrests. In Korea ― one of the world's largest film markets with an annual 200 million ticket sales ― cinemas are undergoing a change. To meet the various needs of moviegoers, theaters are innovating and seeking to provide premium services to draw in high-end viewers. Cinema lovers yearn for an upscale and exclusive experience to go with the movie. Three major multiplex brands ― Lotte Cinema, CJ CGV and Megabox ― have been developing special theaters and have maintained fully dedicated premium seats and services for moviegoers to indulge. Full article at: https://bit.ly/2ZDgz7EAug 30, 2019By Lee Min-young
'Tune in for Love' hits record pre-release ticket sales Kim Go-eun and Jung Hae-in star in “Tune in for Love.” Courtesy of CGVBy Park Si-sooMelodramatic movie “Tune in for Love” has rewritten the history of Korean films by selling 100,000 tickets before its release on Wednesday. This is more than twice the previous record of 41,300 set by “A Werewolf Boy” (2012). “Tune in for Love” portrays pure romance between Hyunwoo (Jung Hae-in) and Misoo (Kim Go-eun) in the pre-mobile phone era of the early 1990s. A radio program ― “Yoo Yeol's Music Album,” which KBS FM aired between 1994 and 2007 ― serves as a critical medium that keeps them connected and their love flourishes against many odds. Critics say people in their 30s and older seem to be impressed by the movie's plot that evokes the nostalgia of the pre-mobile era. A scene from “Tune in for Love.” Courtesy of CGVThe pre-mobile era is the setting for “Tune in for Love.” Courtesy of CGVAug 28, 2019
Director who made film about her traumatic past Sibylle Schoenemann / Korea Times photo by Kim Se-jeongBy Kim Se-jeong Sibylle Schoenemann, 65, a German film director, spent eight months in an East German prison in 1984 without knowing exactly why she was put behind the bars. Decades later, instead of trying to forget the horrendous experience and move on, the director chose to face it, find out what happened and do something about it. “All the people who suffered and lost families are wounded people inside and they have no idea about what's going to happen to them,” the director said during an interview The Korea Times last week in Seoul. “One had to find a way to forgive. And I hoped [to do so] by telling this story, confronting people and asking them [interrogators and judges], What did you do? Didn't you see what you were doing?”The film “Locked Up Time” (1991) was screened last weekend in Seoul. The traumatic memory is still vivid to Schoenemann even though several decades have passed since she was falsely imprisoned in East Germany.She was born in East Germany and an aspiring film directorAug 28, 2019By Kim Se-jeong
Rumor links actress to Cho Kuk scandal Actress Kim Sung-ryung is the subject of a rumor that she allegedly benefitted from the support of besieged justice minister nominee Cho Kuk. Capture from Instagram @sungryoung_kimBy Lee Han-naFans of actress Kim Sung-ryung have reacted strongly to a rumor that besieged justice minister nominee Cho Kuk allegedly supported Kim. They posted pleas to an online community asking people to refrain from defaming the actress.The rumor started when renowned YouTuber Kim Young-ho, a former journalist and editor, uploaded a video revealing the accusations against Cho on Sunday. Kim Young-ho claimed that an actress benefitted from Cho and started appearing on television more often. He mentioned that Cho's sibling and the husband of the actress have a close relationship and that the actress is now divorced. Throughout the interview, no names were revealed. Cho responded quickly on Facebook, saying it is not true and legal action will be taken against the YouTuber. However, the post of Kim's fans brought more attention to the rumor. A netizen commented: “Kim Young-ho never mentioned her nameAug 27, 2019
K-pop star Henry turns to acting in Hollywood's 'A Dog's Journey' Henry Lau, left, and Katheryn Prescott pose for pictures during a media conference for the film “A Dog's Journey,” Thursday, held at Yongsan CGV, Seoul. Courtesy of CGV ArthouseBy Lee Gyu-leeK-pop star Henry Lau is setting his music career aside to take on Hollywood, acting in the family-friendly drama “A Dog's Journey” produced by Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment.After debuting as a member of K-pop band Super Junior M in 2008, the Chinese-Canadian has been developing his career by starring in multiple reality TV shows here, alongside his music career. But this time, he has made his way to Hollywood, setting foot in the global cinema industry.“This was a great opportunity for me. I was very surprised to be contacted by such a well-known studio, and felt I should try my best in this movie,” Lau said during a media conference for the film, Monday, held at Yongsan CGV in Seoul. “About halfway into filming, I realized that not many Asians have taken such major roles in Hollywood. So I felt the weight on my shoulders as it felt I was represAug 27, 2019By Lee Gyu-lee
PHOTOS Jolie's son Maddox at Yonsei's entrance ceremony Maddox Jolie-Pitt, an adopted son of Hollywood star Angelina Jolie, smiles at the entrance ceremony at Yonsei University's Songdo campus, Monday. He majors in life science and biotechnology at Yonsei's Underwood International College. Maddox, born in Cambodia, is said to be a big fan of K-pop. YonhapMaddox at the entrance ceremony at Yonsei University's Songdo campus, Monday. YonhapMaddox talks with a student during the entrance ceremony at Yonsei University's Songdo campus, Monday. YonhapAug 26, 2019
Documentary stirs debate about zoos Director Wang Min-cheol, right, speaks during a press conference for the documentary “Garden, zoological,” held at Yongsan CGV, Seoul, Thursday. To his left are Kim Jung-ho, a zoo veterinarian seen in the film, and Kim Il-kwon, CEO of film distributor CinemaDAL. Courtesy of CinemaDALBy Lee Gyu-leeThe forthcoming documentary film “Garden, Zoological” presents two sides to the stories about zoos ― one by veterinarians and the other by zookeepers ― showing both the cruelty of captivation and need for care and conservation. “There are two sides to the stories about zoos… We all have fond memories of going to the zoo when we were young. But when you look back as you grow up, you come to have deeper thoughts and find a more pitiful view of the place,” director Wang Min-cheol said at the media conference for the film, Thursday, held at Yongsan CGV, Seoul. Zoos are controversial places. The killing of an escaped puma from Daejeon zoo, shot by police last September, provoked a controversy about zoos for their alleged abuse of animal rights. Some fileAug 25, 2019By Lee Gyu-lee
