INTERVIEW Youn Yuh-jung embodies diaspora, DNA of hallyuEmbodying minari seeds and diaspora, the DNA of Hallyu as a state of potentiality, and a playful grandmother who defies stereotypes: Youn Yuh-jung is known for her subversive roles and life; she is an exemplar of the “diasporic body.”Oct 9, 2024By Lee Kyung-hwa
Chinese TV series 'Blossoms Shanghai' wins 2 top prizes at Asia Contents AwardsBUSAN — The Chinese TV series "Blossoms Shanghai," directed by famed Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar-wai, has won two top prizes, grabbing the Best Creative award at this year's Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards ceremony in Busan on Sunday. Oct 8, 2024By Vanessa Cai
'I, the Executioner' leads weekend box office as audience hits 7 million The crime action film "I, the Executioner" dominated the local box office for the fourth consecutive week, reaching a cumulative audience of 7 million, data showed Monday.Oct 7, 2024By Yonhap
From thrillers to animation: Netflix's 2025 Korean originals promise universal fun, fresh stories The global streaming service Netflix, plans to roll out seven Korean original films next year, responding to rapidly evolving content consumption trends as movie viewing extends beyond traditional theaters.Oct 5, 2024By Yonhap
'Grand Tour' director Miguel Gomes says film is dialogue between reality, fiction Portuguese film director Miguel Gomes said Friday the allure of filmmaking lies in its ability to explore reality and fantasy simultaneously, blending the two seamlessly.Oct 4, 2024By Yonhap
CJ ENM vows to become world's leading content creator BUSAN — CJ ENM, Korea's largest entertainment media conglomerate, reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a leading global content creator by maintaining its investments and utilizing storytelling as a key tool in the rapidly evolving entertainment market, its CEO, Yoon Sang-hyun, said Friday.Oct 4, 2024By Baek Byung-yeul
Japanese director Kiyoshi Kurosawa hails BIFF as ‘microcosm of world cinema’BUSAN — Kiyoshi Kurosawa, one of Japan's iconic directors, praised the ongoing Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) as a miniature representation of the global film scene, highlighting his admiration for the Korean festival that provides a unique experience for the international movie industry.Oct 4, 2024By Baek Byung-yeul
Japanese filmmaker Kurosawa honored at BIFF: 'My vision is still evolving' Acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Kiyoshi Kurosawa described his cinematic vision as a "work in progress" without a definite direction.Oct 3, 2024By Yonhap
INTERVIEW Korean film industry must guard its IP to avoid Hong Kong's fate: film council commissioner BUSAN — Korea's booming film and TV industry risks following Hong Kong film industry's post-2000 decline due to the rampant selling of intellectual property (IP) to foreign streaming platforms and unsustainable production costs, Kim Dong-won, a commissioner on the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), said Thursday.Oct 3, 2024By Baek Byung-yeul
INTERVIEW Kim Go-eun: ' I see how each experience has helped me grow' In the romantic comedy "Love in the Big City," Kim Go-eun takes on the role of Jae-hee, a free-spirited clubber. Through her portrayal, she brings the character's emotions to life.Oct 3, 2024By KTimes
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