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[Photos] Young Korean Directors Who Lit Up Cannes…Jin Misong Wins Second Prize, Wonjeong Choi Makes New History

[Photos] Young Korean Directors Who Lit Up Cannes…Jin Misong Wins Second Prize, Wonjeong Choi Makes New History

'Silent Voices' takes Jin Misong the Second Prize in Cannes…A major milestone as Wonjeong Choi lands the first invitation for a Korean animation, with the ambitions of the next generation of masters
At the 79th Cannes International Film Festival, director 'Jin Misong' captured the second prize in the short film category of 'La Cinéf' , showing an overwhelming presence on the global stage. The win is expected to be more than just an honor—it is poised to become a strong stepping stone toward...
| James choi
[Photo &] 'Premiere Scene & Stills' Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon in 'The King’s Affection', the Power of Casting that Came Out of History Books

[Photo &] 'Premiere Scene & Stills' Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon in 'The King’s Affection', the Power of Casting that Came Out of History Books

The Exiled King Park Ji-hoon and Village Chief Yoo Hae-jin, the Hidden Story of Cheongnyeongpo in 1457… Director Jang Hang-jun's New Work
Director Jang Hang-jun's new film 'The King’s Affection' (hereafter 'The King’s Affection') is drawing attention with its casting that perfectly recreates historical figures and the atmosphere on set. Yoo Hae-jin and Park Ji-hoon star in this work, which depicts the story of King Danjong and his...
| James choi
SBS to Broadcast Memorial Documentary for the Late Ahn Seong-ki Tonight (9th)... Revealing Behind-the-Scenes of 'Birth' During His Battle with Blood Cancer

SBS to Broadcast Memorial Documentary for the Late Ahn Seong-ki Tonight (9th)... Revealing Behind-the-Scenes of 'Birth' During His Battle with Blood Cancer

Narration by Han Ye-ri... Highlighting 69 Years of Acting Life 'The Person Who Was Always There'
SBS announced that it will air a memorial special documentary highlighting the 69-year acting life of national actor Ahn Seong-ki, titled 〈The Person Who Was Always There, Actor Ahn Seong-ki〉, on the 9th at 8:50 PM.
| 김지민
Government Posthumously Awards Gold Crown Cultural Medal to the Late Ahn Sung-ki...

Government Posthumously Awards Gold Crown Cultural Medal to the Late Ahn Sung-ki... "A Symbolic Figure of Korean Cinema"

Minister of Culture Visits the Mourning Place to Present the Award Personally
The government of the Republic of Korea posthumously awarded the Gold Crown Cultural Medal (1st class), the highest honor in the field of popular culture and arts, to the late 'national actor' Ahn Sung-ki, who passed away on the 5th.
| 김지민
【Korea Box Office】 'Zootopia 2' Takes the Top Spot in Korean Theaters in 2025... A First in Disney Animation History

【Korea Box Office】 'Zootopia 2' Takes the Top Spot in Korean Theaters in 2025... A First in Disney Animation History

Surpassing 5.69 million viewers in just 23 days... Claims the top spot over 'Demon Slayer' and 'Zombie Daughter' with a record of 'Annual Overall No. 1' that even 'Frozen 2' couldn't achieve... Nick & Judy Captivated Korean Audiences with Global Earnings Surpassing $1.1 Billion... Dominating Worldwide Box Office Revenue as the Clear Leader
Disney's duo Nick and Judy have finally conquered the Korean box office. The movie 'Zootopia 2' has risen to the throne of the 2025 South Korean box office, surpassing all fierce competitors. This marks the first record in the history of Disney animation that even the 'Frozen' series could not...
| Yangsimoh
Korean Film Archive Holds 'Film and Space: Brazil' Exhibition

Korean Film Archive Holds 'Film and Space: Brazil' Exhibition

This exhibition allows visitors to travel through Brazil via film, providing an opportunity to reflect on the history of Brazilian cinema.
The Korean Film Archive (hereafter referred to as 'the Archive') will hold the 'Film and Space: Brazil' exhibition from November 18 to December 31 at the Cinematheque KOFA (located in Sangam-dong). This exhibition will showcase over 30 high-quality works set primarily in Brazil.
| Joo Seong-cheol
Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Amid the spotlight, master filmmakers Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s short-form challenge lands consecutive invitations to Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival and the New York Asian Film Festival
The fleeting aesthetics seen through a master’s gaze. Director Lee Joon-ik’s ‘Father’s Home-Cooked Meal’ and Director Lee Won-suk’s ‘Beloved Death’ are ready to ignite all five senses of genre-film fans around the world—and short-drama fans alike—with a brief yet forceful narrative.
| James choi
Who’s Your 'Triangle'? Mixed-Gender Groups That Come to Mind After Watching 〈Wild Sing〉

Who’s Your 'Triangle'? Mixed-Gender Groups That Come to Mind After Watching 〈Wild Sing〉

It’s one of those songs you’ve never heard before, but it sounds familiar. The stage looks new, yet you get a strong sense of déjà vu. If you saw the film that opened on June 3, 〈Wild Sing〉, you probably felt that.
| Seongchan Eol
[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

I can’t help but fixate on the objects in the movies. I find myself getting deeply lost in thought about why—of all things—this director, cinematographer, art director, or even the actor, placed that item in front of the camera. “Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker” is a record of the objects in films that landed on my eyes with a light, delicate stomp.
〈Gun-chae〉surpassed 3 million viewers in just 10 days. According to the Korean Film Commission’s integrated computer network, it reached the 3 million mark on May 30, its 10th day after release, four days earlier than 〈King and the Man〉, which drew 16 million viewers.
| Joo Seong-cheol
Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Aiming for a fourth straight blockbuster success. A high-stakes showdown is set between Team Leader Ma Seok-do and the worst villain, Lee Kang-tae.
A monster detective in evolution and the birth of a new evil, “The Roundup 5” begins filmingThe absolute ruler of South Korea’s action blockbuster scene, “The Roundup” opened the door to its fifth chapter. Distributor ABO Entertainment officially announced on the 24th that “The Roundup 5” has...
| James choi