"War Named Election 〈Running Mate〉 and Other New OTT Releases for the Week of June 3, 2025 (6/18~6/25)"

The new OTT releases for the third week of June feature the fierce election war among high school students, which is more intense than college entrance exams,...

An Unknown Journey to Rediscover the True Meaning of Life in a Survivalist Society 〈Unknown Seoul〉

A woman in a red tracksuit kicks a deflated soccer ball against a wall in an empty lot and says, “Was this thrown away because it was deflated.

[Interview] <Square> Director Choi Sung-eun: "Actually, So Ji-sub was not the first choice..."

There are rules in the square that must be absolutely followed. The moment those rules are broken, blood and desire intertwine in the square.

[Interview] 〈Gwangjang〉So Ji-sub "These days, if friends follow 'Misa', it will be a big problem, they could get caught"

Actor So Ji-sub, known for 'Sogangji', has proven his 'coolness' once again as he returns to the noir action series <Gwangjang> after 13 years.

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...

"[Interview] 〈Soju War〉 Yoo Hae-jin: 'Snacks should be dried pollack! No need for consultation on drinking scenes'"

Jong-rok, who dedicated his entire life to the company. He thought about the company day and night, and after work, frequent drinking sessions with excessive...

〈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...

"The Underdog Rebellion, Even in Korea? 〈CINUS: The Sinners〉 How Did It Perform?"

Will the rebellion continue to Korea. Released on May 28, <CINUS: The Sinners> made waves when it premiered in North America in April.

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...

"Laughing Until You Fall! The World of Koki Mitani's Works at BIFAN"

This year at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival, a special program titled 'Koki Mitani's Life Theater' will showcase the world of Koki Mitani, a...

[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...

Wong Kar-wai's First TV Series 〈Blossoms〉 Starts Airing on December 27! What is the Reaction?

Wong Kar-wai's first TV series, a 30-episode series <Blossoms> (繁華, Blossoms Shanghai), began airing on December 27 with the release of four episodes.