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The Essence of Kabuki Blossoming on Screen, Re-Encountered as a ‘National Treasure’ in Dolby Cinema

The Essence of Kabuki Blossoming on Screen, Re-Encountered as a ‘National Treasure’ in Dolby Cinema

Confirmed for Release April 1... A 175-Minute Rush of Artistic Intensity Completed with ‘Dolby Vision X Atmos’
Director Lee Sang-il’s sweeping epic 〈National Treasure〉 returns in Dolby Cinema to meet Korean audiences. Distributor Media Castle Co. , Ltd. has confirmed the April 1 release of the film 〈National Treasure〉 in Dolby Cinema and the Dolby Atmos format, and unveiled a special poster on the 23rd.
'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' X Director Lee Sang-il... Japan's Film Market Hits Record High of 2.5 Trillion Yen

'Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba' X Director Lee Sang-il... Japan's Film Market Hits Record High of 2.5 Trillion Yen

Director Lee Sang-il's 'KOKUHO' Sets New Box Office Record for Live-Action Films in Japan After 22 Years
The Japanese film market achieved its highest box office revenue ever last year, thanks to the mega-hit animation 〈Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba〉 and the film 〈KOKUHO〉 directed by Korean resident Lee Sang-il.According to the Japan Film Producers Association, the total box office revenue for...
Movie 'National Treasure' Shortlisted in 2 Categories for the 98th Academy Awards! Tom Cruise Praises It as a Must-See Masterpiece!

Movie 'National Treasure' Shortlisted in 2 Categories for the 98th Academy Awards! Tom Cruise Praises It as a Must-See Masterpiece!

Entry into International Feature Film & Makeup Categories... A Remarkable Achievement with 15 Selected from 86 Countries, Highlighting K-Producer Presence
The life masterpiece 〈National Treasure〉, which has adorned the screen this year, continues its remarkable journey by being named on the shortlist for major categories at the 98th Academy Awards, held in Los Angeles, USA on March 15, 2026 .
Director Lee Sang-il's Thank You Video for Box Office Success Released!

Director Lee Sang-il's Thank You Video for Box Office Success Released!

As it continues to hold the number one spot in the independent and art film box office for three consecutive weeks, Director Lee Sang-il personally delivered a thank you video in Korean ahead of surpassing 150,000 viewers.
〈Kokubo〉 has maintained the number one spot in the independent and art film box office for three consecutive weeks, and this week, ahead of surpassing 150,000 viewers, Director Lee Sang-il, who directed the film, personally delivered a thank you video in Korean.
'National Treasure' Breaks 130,000 Audience Today (4th) in Korea!

'National Treasure' Breaks 130,000 Audience Today (4th) in Korea!

The ten million movie 〈Burial〉 surpasses the Japanese box office revenue of 〈Seoul's Spring〉!
This year's life masterpiece 〈National Treasure〉 has been leading the independent and art film box office for 15 consecutive days, and today it has surpassed 130,000 viewers, accelerating its box office success faster than the Korean art film 〈Master of the World〉.
Director Lee Sang-il's 'KOKUHO' Tops Box Office for Japanese Live-Action Films!

Director Lee Sang-il's 'KOKUHO' Tops Box Office for Japanese Live-Action Films!

Breaking the Box Office Record for Japanese Live-Action Films in 22 Years
The film 〈KOKUHO〉 by director Lee Sang-il, who is of Korean descent, has broken the highest box office revenue record for Japanese live-action films.According to reports from Kyodo News and Nihon Keizai Shimbun on the 25th, distributor Toho announced that 〈KOKUHO〉 has attracted a cumulative...
‘National Treasure’ Finally Released Today, Surprising Entry at 5th Place in Pre-Sales!

‘National Treasure’ Finally Released Today, Surprising Entry at 5th Place in Pre-Sales!

〈National Treasure〉 is a work that depicts the life-and-death story of two men who had to surpass each other to reach the level of a national treasure.
Director Lee Sang-il's masterpiece 〈National Treasure〉 has achieved the remarkable feat of ranking 5th in pre-sales ahead of its release today, the 19th. The film 〈National Treasure〉 recorded 11,820 pre-sales as of 10:45 AM on November 19 according to the Integrated Ticketing System, securing the...
KOKUHO, a Live-Action Japanese Film on the Verge of Breaking Box Office Records, Director Lee Sang-il Shares the Purifying Power of Art

KOKUHO, a Live-Action Japanese Film on the Verge of Breaking Box Office Records, Director Lee Sang-il Shares the Purifying Power of Art

The Korean-Japanese Director Reveals the Mystique of Onnagata and the Conflict Structure of Bloodlines and Outsiders
The film 〈KOKUHO〉 directed by Korean-Japanese director Lee Sang-il is on the verge of breaking the all-time highest box office record for live-action Japanese films. This work, based on the 'onnagata' of kabuki, attracted over 10 million viewers since its release in Japan last June, ranking second...
'First Japanese Film to Reach 10 Million by a Korean Director' Director Lee Sang-il, 'Memorable Experience Working on Pachinko 2'

'First Japanese Film to Reach 10 Million by a Korean Director' Director Lee Sang-il, 'Memorable Experience Working on Pachinko 2'

"I felt that Korean actors have a very firm mindset, and their acting theory is solid and well-founded. Therefore, communication went smoothly."
Director Lee Sang-il of 〈KOKUHO〉 reflected on his past experiences working with Korean actors.The film 〈KOKUHO〉 is set to be released on the 19th, and immediately after being unveiled to domestic reporters at a press screening at CGV Yongsan I-Park on the afternoon of the 13th, a press conference...
'Exit 8' & 'National Treasure' Targeting the Korean Box Office with Different Charms!

'Exit 8' & 'National Treasure' Targeting the Korean Box Office with Different Charms!

Live-action Japanese film in the second half of 2025
With positive reviews from actual viewers, the film 'Exit 8' has surpassed 400,000 cumulative viewers and is on a successful run, while 'National Treasure', directed by Lee Sang-il, is expected to lead the box office for live-action Japanese films in the second half of 2025.