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Yeon Sang-ho’s ‘Paradise Lost’ sells out Toronto International Film Festival screenings, draws strong local response

Yeon Sang-ho’s ‘Paradise Lost’ sells out Toronto International Film Festival screenings, draws strong local response

‘Paradise Lost’ unveils behind-the-scenes stills from Toronto International Film Festival special presentation Director Yeon Sang-ho and stars Kim Hyun-joo and Bae Hyun-sung attend as all seats sell out for four official screenings, fueling a wave of global acclaim Psychological thriller about a son who returns as if by miracle set to hit South Korean theaters Oct. 21
The cast and crew of 〈Paradise Lost〉 spent time with scores of movie fans in Toronto. The film 〈Paradise Lost〉 released behind-the-scenes stills Sept. 18 from its Toronto schedule at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival.
| Seongchan Eol
‘Full Moon’ wins over BIFF as 2 local films earn invitations

‘Full Moon’ wins over BIFF as 2 local films earn invitations

Five Busan Film Commission-supported productions selected, highlighting the success of its global production network
Local cinema from Busan takes the global stage 'Busan Film Commission'-backed local films will take center stage at this year's 'Busan International Film Festival '. Director Jeong Ji-hye's 'Full Moon' and director Lee Yeo-jin's 'The Color of Wind' are at the forefront.
| James choi
'Son of Gumi' Lee Sun-min tapped as hometown ambassador; appointment ceremony set for 9th

'Son of Gumi' Lee Sun-min tapped as hometown ambassador; appointment ceremony set for 9th

Comedian Lee Sun-min appointed official ambassador promoting the appeal of his hometown, Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province He will receive his appointment plaque and begin his official duties at the '2026 Gumi Local Food Festa' at Seoul Plaza on the 9th Recently showcased his affection for Gumi as a daylong local guide on several variety shows, including 〈Hang Out With Yoo?〉
Comedian Lee Sun-min is taking on a new role as an official ambassador to promote the appeal of his hometown, Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province. According to the city of Gumi on the 4th, Lee will attend a pre-opening event for the '2026 Gumi Local Food Festa' at 11:30 a. m.
| Seongchan Eol
[Photos] Jecheon gears up for Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook appearances, unseen Snowpiercer stills and 188 films from 45 countries

[Photos] Jecheon gears up for Bong Joon-ho, Park Chan-wook appearances, unseen Snowpiercer stills and 188 films from 45 countries

22nd edition of Asia’s only music film festival opens as ticket-booking refunds in local currency energize Jecheon’s 120,000-business commercial sector
Masters return, awakening a city of 120,000 Asia’s only music film festival, the Jecheon International Music & Film Festival , opens its doors on the 3rd. Now in its 22nd year, the festival is generating more excitement than ever.
| James choi
[Photo &] Ulsan Uljoo World Mountain Film Festival Opens Sept. 18… 11 Quirky Theaters Including ‘Car Camping’ and ‘Tent’ Venues (Press Conference Scene)

[Photo &] Ulsan Uljoo World Mountain Film Festival Opens Sept. 18… 11 Quirky Theaters Including ‘Car Camping’ and ‘Tent’ Venues (Press Conference Scene)

The event centralizes festival spaces across Yeongnam Alps, with 114 films from 35 countries screened… Actor Uhm Eun-jung steps in as master of ceremonies for the opening ceremony
A wondrous moment to face film in the embrace of the great outdoors has arrived. The 11th “Ulsan Uljoo World Mountain Film Festival” has confirmed its opening for Sept. 18, and it will showcase 114 works from 35 countries across 11 distinctive screening venues, including “Car Camping Theaters” and...
| James choi
Mokpo City’s «Indie Film Festival on Route 1» Opens Next Month on Aug. 13; About 70 Domestic and International Films to Screen Aug. 13-17

Mokpo City’s «Indie Film Festival on Route 1» Opens Next Month on Aug. 13; About 70 Domestic and International Films to Screen Aug. 13-17

Mokpo reels from a «budget freeze» after local authorities cut 15 million won—despite securing national funding, the organizers are left to cover 28 million won out of pocket.
Even with a national-funding win, Mokpo’s «cinema paradiso» hits a «budget chill» The «13th Mokpo Route 1 Indie Film Festival», set to open on Aug. 13, has run into serious financial obstacles. The farce, officials say, came despite the festival being selected for a central-government call for...
| James choi
'5·18 Mockery Row' Sparks PaiChai High School to Abruptly Pull 'Fire Baseball 2' Ahead of Broadcast

'5·18 Mockery Row' Sparks PaiChai High School to Abruptly Pull 'Fire Baseball 2' Ahead of Broadcast

A Field That Disregarded the Weight of History, and a Steadfast 'Red Card' for Entertainment This is a decision that goes beyond simple sports entertainment. Popular baseball variety program 'Fire Baseball 2' has taken a firm measure after recognizing the seriousness of the 'Local Put-Down...
| James choi
BTS Takes Over Busan…Foreigners Spend 2 Times More at Traditional Markets, Hotel Bills ‘Rip-Off Fees’

BTS Takes Over Busan…Foreigners Spend 2 Times More at Traditional Markets, Hotel Bills ‘Rip-Off Fees’

With foreign card payments up 73%, sales at traditional markets jump 2-fold…Data also sheds light on ‘rip-off pricing’ at lodging businesses
A pilgrimage for pop culture—and a find of the most ‘Korean’ kind of spending ‘Bangtan Sonyeondan’’s arrival in Busan sparked sociological meaning far beyond a massive concert. The fan frenzy that gathered from around the world—the so-called ‘ARMY’—was a giant testbed showing how modern pop culture...
| James choi
“If you pick the wrong person, it’s all over” Park Myung-soo’s sincerity beyond “rant comedy” ahead of June 3 local elections

“If you pick the wrong person, it’s all over” Park Myung-soo’s sincerity beyond “rant comedy” ahead of June 3 local elections

Hosting KBS Radio, he urged advance voting for the June 3 local elections. Indirectly criticizing the Dec. 3 illegal martial law situation, he stressed voters should exercise their rights.
“The weight of choice, the only key to preventing a disaster”… Park Myung-soo’s blunt warning Broadcaster ‘Park Myung-soo’ delivered a sharp rebuke at the microphone on the first day of the ‘advance voting’ period for the 9th nationwide local elections, on the 29th.
| James choi
NMIXX and Alan Walker Take the Stage… 100,000-Scale Spectacle to Dominate the Local Scene—Korea’s Biggest Indoor Festival, “NOL FESTIVAL,” Held

NMIXX and Alan Walker Take the Stage… 100,000-Scale Spectacle to Dominate the Local Scene—Korea’s Biggest Indoor Festival, “NOL FESTIVAL,” Held

Lineup for Korea’s Biggest Indoor Festival “NOL Festival” Revealed… Some Performances Held with Free Invitations, Ticket Sales Start on the 8th Next Month
An Overwhelming 100,000-Person Scale—Korea’s Biggest Indoor Festival “NOL FESTIVAL” Takes Off This October, at “KINTEX” in Goyang, Gyeonggi, the mega music festival “NOL FESTIVAL” featuring a 100,000-person scale will kick off.
| James choi