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[New Film] Yuji Sakamoto’s New Work “Kataomoi Sekai” Is a Special Coming-of-Age Story for Three Ghost Girls

[New Film] Yuji Sakamoto’s New Work “Kataomoi Sekai” Is a Special Coming-of-Age Story for Three Ghost Girls

A meeting of the director of “Hanataba” and the screenwriter of “Monster.” It follows the warm journey of three ghost girls who keep growing even after the world they left behind is gone.
A strange co-living arrangement of three girls growing up in a world where time has stoppedCan growth continue even after death? The Japanese film “Kataomoi Sekai,” which traces the original and bittersweet trajectory of three girls who have said goodbye to the world, finally makes its way onto...
‘Gil Bok-soon’ ‘Miss Baek’ Kim Si-a’s Queer Coming-of-Age Story ‘Summer’s Camera’ Opens June 24

‘Gil Bok-soon’ ‘Miss Baek’ Kim Si-a’s Queer Coming-of-Age Story ‘Summer’s Camera’ Opens June 24

A queer coming-of-age movie in which the excitement of a first love and a father’s secret gradually spread like film camera photographs.
The coming-of-age queer story of a girl shining most honestly this summer, recognized first by leading film festivals around the world, 〈Summer’s Camera〉 has confirmed its June 24 release and has unveiled a teaser poster that has drawn attention.
Why Is the Title “Renoir”? Director Chie Hayakawa Shares Her First Impressions of Visiting Korea!

Why Is the Title “Renoir”? Director Chie Hayakawa Shares Her First Impressions of Visiting Korea!

“It’s Okay to Misunderstand”—A Request for Free Interpretation… Meeting Korean Audiences for 2 Nights and 3 Days Starting the 23rd
The film is an entry in the main competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival and director Chie Hayakawa’s new work, 〈Renoir〉, is raising anticipation by delivering the director’s intentions behind its distinctive title along with news of her visit to Korea.
‘Renoir’ Prodigy Actress Yui Suzuki at Age 11 Wins the Kinema Junpo New Actor Award

‘Renoir’ Prodigy Actress Yui Suzuki at Age 11 Wins the Kinema Junpo New Actor Award

Introducing Yui Suzuki, born in 2013, who debuted at the Cannes Film Festival in the second year of her acting career!
The film 〈Renoir〉, opening on April 22, brings everyone’s childhood to mind through the eyes of an 11-year-old girl, “Fuki,” as she learns about the world. In particular, interest in 2013-born actress Yui Suzuki—who portrays the lead role of Fuki and won the Kinema Junpo New Actor Award—is...
'Eureka,' the 21st Century's Greatest Japanese Film Masterpiece and a Road Movie in Search of Life’s Light—First Domestic Release in Korea for the First Time!

'Eureka,' the 21st Century's Greatest Japanese Film Masterpiece and a Road Movie in Search of Life’s Light—First Domestic Release in Korea for the First Time!

A work that has deeply inspired countless younger directors, including Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Sho Miyake, and is scheduled to open in the first half of the year.
“Makoto,” a bus driver who survived a horrific tragedy and whose life suddenly came to a halt, and the young siblings “Naoki” and “Kozue” set off on a long journey together as they search for life’s light 〈Eureka〉.
[Culture &] New Action Release: Mom…Milla Jovovich in [Protector] & A Coming-of-Age Love Story…[Love, Milk, and Cheese]

[Culture &] New Action Release: Mom…Milla Jovovich in [Protector] & A Coming-of-Age Love Story…[Love, Milk, and Cheese]

Action drama “Protector,” starring a former special-agent mother, and “Love, Milk, and Cheese,” the Cannes Film Festival award winner, hit theaters side by side on the 25th.
A return to overwhelming catharsis—'Protector''Protector' is a gritty action thriller about a relentless manhunt. A mother—former special agent—has just 72 hours to save her kidnapped daughter. Starring 'Niki' ('Milla Jovovich'), the film kicks off the moment her 16-year-old daughter—trying to...
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[Interview] "A Coming-of-Age Film Grown from Cruelty" 〈When Summer Passes〉 Director Jang Byeong-ki

Cineplay Lee Hwa-jeong Guest ReporterIf you are an adult and still fascinated by coming-of-age films, is a film that embodies exactly those elements. Leaving Seoul to benefit from the special admission program for rural areas, 13-year-old Gi-jun (Lee Jae-jun) arrives in a small provincial town...
'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

'Circle Chart' first-half roundup: HanRoro tops streaming with BTS’ 4.2204 million albums

With BTS holding on to the No. 1 spot for the first half of the year, HanRoro and virtual girl group Huntrix each take the No. 1 position on the music charts and global charts.
A prelude to a shake-up: the indie revolt sparked by 'Reverse-Charting Myth'In the first half of 2024, South Korea’s popular music industry faced a sweeping shift in its landscape. Amid the unshakable fortress-like hold of artists affiliated with major agencies, a sharp gust from up-and-coming...
‘Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub’ Chuseok is for Tazza! Confirmed for September Release, Teaser Poster & Rival Trailer Unveiled

‘Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub’ Chuseok is for Tazza! Confirmed for September Release, Teaser Poster & Rival Trailer Unveiled

Jang Tae-young (Byeon Yo-han), who thought he had it all, and Park Tae-young (No Jae-won), his best friend with the same name who took everything from him, reunite on the global gambling circuit for a fresh round of revenge.
The final installment of the Tazza series, 〈Tazza: The Song of Beelzebub〉, is a crime film in which Jang Tae-young (Byeon Yo-han)—who thought he had conquered the world through an online casino business—and Park Tae-young (No Jae-won), a best friend with the same name who stole everything from him,...
'Second Year of Marriage' Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in Welcome Their Second Son—Parents of One Son and One Daughter

'Second Year of Marriage' Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in Welcome Their Second Son—Parents of One Son and One Daughter

Lee Seung-gi and Lee Da-in, who married in 2023, welcomed their second son in the arms of their family on the 7th. After their first daughter, they now have one son and one daughter, forming a blessed household
Top-star couple complete ‘one son and one daughter,’ start a new chapter facing the worldA top-star couple representing South Korea’s entertainment scene is drawing heightened attention as they stack up back-to-back blessings.