'Mickey 17 'drawing lukewarm response despite topping box office Bong Joon-ho’s Hollywood film “Mickey 17” may be topping the box office in both Korea and North America, but audience reactions remain surprisingly cold. Despite its No. 1 ranking, the film has failed to generate the excitement that theaters hoped for, with concerns now rising over whether it will break even.Mar 11, 2025By KTimes
Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17' tops North American box office but falls short of expectations Bong Joon-ho's latest film, "Mickey 17," debuted at No. 1 at the North American box office over the weekend, making history as the first film by a Korean director to debut in the top spot.Mar 10, 2025By Yonhap
REVIEW Are you preparing for your death?What does it truly mean to prepare for death? Is it merely a matter of arranging funeral details, or does it delve into a deeper contemplation of our existence?Mar 8, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
'Somebody' delivers gripping suspense, showcases actors' prowess"Somebody" has gripped audiences with its unsettling premise and a powerhouse cast. From eerie character transformations to raw emotional conflicts, the thriller explores the complexities of human nature, leaving viewers on edge.Mar 7, 2025By KTimes
Director confirms Yoo Ah-in will appear in 'The Match' despite drug scandal Kim Hyung-ju, director of the movie "The Match," based on the strategy board game go, said Friday that scenes featuring lead actor Yoo Ah-in — whose drug scandal delayed the film's release — will appear without editing out the actor.Mar 7, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
Jun Ji-hyun to star in 'Parasyte' director Yeon's new zombie film Netflix series "Parasyte" director Yeon Sang-ho's new film has confirmed its star-studded cast, including Jun Ji-hyun, Go Soo, Ji Chang-wook and Koo Kyo-hwan, distributor Showbox said Friday.Mar 7, 2025By Yonhap
'90s hit blockbuster 'Shiri' returns to theaters March 19 "Shiri," the 1999 action spy film that became a massive hit at the Korean box office, will return to theaters.Mar 6, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
Thriller 'Somebody' explores complexities of motherhood Friends and co-directors Kim Yeo-jung and Lee Jung-chan unveiled "Somebody," a thriller that delves into the complexities of motherhood, saying that the movie was born from their shared realization of writing very similar scenarios.Mar 5, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
From romance to suspense: Japanese films flood Korean theaters this March A diverse lineup of Japanese films is set to hit Korean theaters this month, covering a wide spectrum of genres that range from romance and drama to thrilling suspense. While Japanese films rarely achieve explosive box office success in Korea, their various offerings continue to draw Korean moviegoers, providing them with more choices.Mar 4, 2025By Baek Byung-yeul
Novel becomes anime: strategy behind 'Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning' production “Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning” is now in theaters. As both a horror film and an animated feature, its unique combination has intrigued audiences, who are responding with great enthusiasm.Mar 3, 2025By KTimes
