This Week's OTT: Unity Through Confrontation?! <The Killer's Game> and More New OTT Releases for the Second Week of June 2025 (6/12~6/18)

<The Killer's Game>, <Conclave>, <The Hunter with a Scalpel>, <Cells at Work>

The new OTT releases for the second week of June feature many works depicting unavoidable confrontations. A Korean noir film capturing the clash between a...

[Interview] Director Yoon Jong-bin Discusses the Behind-the-Scenes of 〈Nine Puzzle〉

It's surprising. The fact that the next work of the director of <Nameless Gangster: Rules of the Time> (2012), <Kundo: Age of the Rampant> (2014), and...

"[Interview] 〈High Five〉 Director Kang Hyung-cheol: 'A Combination of Amazing Actors? I Won the Lottery'"

The response to the movie <High Five>, which was released on the 30th of last month, is unusual. It recorded the number one spot at the box office during its...

〈Happy End〉's Pitiful 'Otaku Principal' Shiro Sano

<Happy End> features one of the most pitiful characters, the principal. As soon as he bought his long-dreamed yellow sports car, the Nissan Fairlady, he was...

[First Reactions] <High Five> Cineplay Reporter Star Rating

[First Reactions] The movie <High Five>, which will be released on the 30th, is a comic action drama about five individuals who accidentally gain different...

Netflix's First, Breaking Box Office Records... 5 Gem-like Korean Animation Recommendations

Korean animation has long been trapped in the frame of being ‘for children’. While there was technical skill, the industrial base was weak, and public...

Humanism in the Works of Director Kim Seok-yoon and Writer Lee Nam-gyu

The collaboration between Director Kim Seok-yoon and Writer Lee Nam-gyu has brought a fresh breeze to the Korean drama industry.

"My Favorite, I've Decided on You! Cineplay Reporters' 〈Mission Impossible〉 Favorite Edition?"

<Mission Impossible> series' 8th installment, <Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning>, was released on May 17 and is receiving love from Korean audiences.

Six Rookie Awards! The Charm of Actor Chae Won-bin Who Became So Intimate

The movie <Opposition> is on the verge of surpassing 3 million viewers. <Opposition> is trending with its weapon of 'freshness within familiarity'.

"The King Returns in 2020, 〈Demon Slayer: Mugen Train〉 TMI"

“Burn your heart.” Just like that catchphrase, the passion of the fans has not cooled down. So, it makes one curious whether this re-release will write a new...

[First Reactions] <Holy Night: Demon Hunters> Cineplay Reporter Star Rating

[First Reactions] The film <Holy Night: Demon Hunters> is an occult action movie about a city thrown into chaos by a cult that worships evil, featuring the...

[2024 BIFAN Issue 4] Director To Qifeng's Masterclass Live Coverage

"I decided to part ways with the life of living as a film director engineer"

This year, filmmakers from around the world are visiting the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. Among the big names is Hong Kong action film master...

"[2024 BIFAN Issue 3] [Interview] 〈Gentleman: Whisper of the Evil Spirit〉 Actor Kim Jaejoong, 'Expect Action from K-Shaman! Is it Going to be a Series?'"

"This is an occult film where Kim Jaejoong plays the role of Park Su-mudang, who investigates the disappearance of a college student."

Actor Kim Jaejoong's challenges have always been solid and reliable. It's already been over 20 years. That's right.

Ryu Jun-yeol's Reaction to Repeated Personal Questions #TheEightShow #PressConference

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"[2024 JIFF] The Festival Has Begun. Enjoy the 25th Jeonju International Film Festival Movies and Events for Free!"

This year, following the complete cut of the government's budget for regional film culture revitalization, the budget for film festival support from the Korean...

[2024 JIFF] Opening Film by Director Sho Miyake 〈All of the Dawn〉 “Not only physical hardship but also the inability to participate in society is a problem”

On May 1st, the 25th Jeonju International Film Festival opened. The opening film, <All of the Dawn> by Sho Miyake, one of the Japanese New Wave directors...

[2024 JIFF] The 25th Jeonju International Film Festival, Heading to the Splendid Opening Ceremony

Celebrating its 25th year, the Jeonju International Film Festival has kicked off in grand style. The festival embarks on a ten-day journey starting with the...

"[2024 JIFF] The 25th Jeonju International Film Festival Unveils Its Lineup, Notable Programs to Watch"

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Jeonju International Film Festival, which has unveiled its lineup. At 25 years old, akin to a person entering young...