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Is That a Goomba? Game-Based Films That Successfully Reinvented Themselves from Bywords for Flops

Is That a Goomba? Game-Based Films That Successfully Reinvented Themselves from Bywords for Flops

It feels like a lifetime has passed. Gone are the days when "video game adaptations" fought over 0.5 or 1-star ratings; now we live in an era where they can reliably deliver a decent average. Even Mario once went through a period when it was the epitome of a "worst movie," a reputation even fans...
| Seongchan Eol
“Life Film by Director Park Chan-wook”…Abel Ferrara Masterpiece ‘Ms. 45’ Unveils Two Intense Poster Variations

“Life Film by Director Park Chan-wook”…Abel Ferrara Masterpiece ‘Ms. 45’ Unveils Two Intense Poster Variations

A satisfying revenge thriller in which Tania, caught up in crime, steps out as a street enforcer armed with a .45-caliber handgun A dramatic artwork poster is unveiled at once, capturing the nun-style red-toned outfit and the instant the gun fires Abel Ferrara’s directorial work that made a big splash at the time of its release…Re-releases in Korean theaters on May 7
A revenge thriller that shook the world, 〈Ms. 45〉, has unveiled two powerful poster variations ahead of its Korean re-release.In the revenge thriller of Tania, who steps out as a street enforcer, 〈Ms. 45〉 tells the story of how Tania—who is inherently unable to speak—gets repeatedly dragged into...
| Seongchan Eol
BIFAN Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary, Amassing 30 Years of Korean Genre Films… Launches “Asian Genre Films 99”

BIFAN Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary, Amassing 30 Years of Korean Genre Films… Launches “Asian Genre Films 99”

The 30th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival launches the three-year special project “Asian Genre Films 99” Selecting 33 films each year for a total of 99 to systematically survey Asia’s film landscape and genre trends Including a spotlight on 11 films directed by women… screenings and GV scheduled during the festival in July
The 30th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival , held in July, announced on April 24 its three-year project, “Asian Genre Films 99” (Asian Genre Films 99). “Asian Genre Films 99” is a three-year project that selects 33 Korean genre films each year and introduces a total of 99 films.
| Seongchan Eol
Hou Hsiao-hsien x Tony Leung Masterpiece 'A City of Sadness' Returns in 4K…Meet It with a Premiere GV on May 5

Hou Hsiao-hsien x Tony Leung Masterpiece 'A City of Sadness' Returns in 4K…Meet It with a Premiere GV on May 5

A masterful Asian film about a family's tragedy amid Taiwan's historic turmoil, releasing in 4K on May 6 A powerful, commanding touch from director Hou Hsiao-hsien and standout performances by top actor Tony Leung One day before release, on May 5, the Premiere GV at CGV Yeongdeungpo Time Square will be hosted by CinePlay editor-in-chief Seongcheol Joo and film journalist Hwa-jeong Lee
Director Hou Hsiao-hsien's masterpiece 〈A City of Sadness〉 arrives in Korean theaters on May 6 after a recent 4K remaster.Set against Taiwan's historic upheaval, the film presents the tragedy of one family in a realistic, grounded way, and to this day continues to be widely loved for director Hou...
| Seongchan Eol
'21st Century Lady' and Other Core K-Contents Make Their Mark on the Cannes Stage

'21st Century Lady' and Other Core K-Contents Make Their Mark on the Cannes Stage

At the Cannes International Series Festival, investment briefing and screening events including 'A Secret Thank-You' are held…Proving K-Content’s standing
'K-Drama' is set to kick off a full-scale 'Global Market Push' by hosting large-scale 'Investment Briefings' and 'Screening Events' in Cannes, France.'21st Century Lady' and Other Core K-Contents Make Their Mark on the Cannes StageWith around 40 countries worldwide and some 20,000 industry...
| James choi
Kim Hye-yoon’s “Salmokji” Breaks 1.6 Million Viewers! Surpasses the Break-Even Point by More Than Double

Kim Hye-yoon’s “Salmokji” Breaks 1.6 Million Viewers! Surpasses the Break-Even Point by More Than Double

Holds onto No. 1 at the box office for 15 straight days… 〈Wangsa-nam〉 and other heavyweight releases are left behind as a horror craze hits
The horror film 〈Salmokji〉 has surged past the break-even point by more than double, reaching 1.6 million viewers and igniting an overwhelming horror craze across the 2026 theater scene.A strong win in just 16 days… the fastest break-even point among 2026 releasesDepicting a fierce battle of an...
| Chua-young
Jafar Jackson ’Michael’ Breaks the Opening Record… $150M Revenue Forecast

Jafar Jackson ’Michael’ Breaks the Opening Record… $150M Revenue Forecast

Projected to Set a New All-Time Box-Office High for Music Biopics
The film 〈Michael〉, which depicts the life story of pop icon Michael Jackson, is already rocking the world with explosive box-office expectations even before its release.North America opening revenue nearly $90M… A record-tier achievement that surpasses 〈Bohemian Rhapsody〉With the film 〈Michael〉...
| Chua-young
[Chua-Young’s Music Box] Music for the Purification Ritual of Wounded Youth: “Girls Band Cry”

[Chua-Young’s Music Box] Music for the Purification Ritual of Wounded Youth: “Girls Band Cry”

I get hooked on the music in the film. Music sometimes conveys intimate feelings a character can’t fully express through the visuals alone—or through the lines you hear. It can also serve as a window into the creator’s hidden intentions. For me, understanding film music was one way to connect with the movie. “Chua-Young’s Music Box” lets you listen more closely to the movie’s voice through music. (P.S. While listening to the music, I hope you’ll read the article.)
Following the first film, 〈Girls Band Cry: The Movie—Youth Rhapsody〉 (hereinafter 〈Youth Rhapsody〉), the sequel 〈Girls Band Cry: The Movie, Hey Our Future〉 was released in theaters on April 16. This theatrical release is a compilation film: while it faithfully follows the existing story, it adds...
| Chua-young
'Avatar' director James Cameron’s Billie Eilish… and Wim Wenders’ 'Anselm Kiefer: An Artistic Journey'—premieres of documentary films by master filmmakers

'Avatar' director James Cameron’s Billie Eilish… and Wim Wenders’ 'Anselm Kiefer: An Artistic Journey'—premieres of documentary films by master filmmakers

James Cameron’s 'Billie Eilish' 3D concert film, and Wim Wenders’ 'Anselm' documentary—masterpieces from world-class auteurs released one after another
'Avatar' director James Cameron and 'Billie Eilish'—with explosive concert footage brought to life in stunning 3D. Capturing the electrifying performance held at Co-op Live in Manchester, England, along with an in-depth behind-the-scenes interview, this film maximizes the energy of a...
| James choi
The 43rd Busan International Short Film Festival Opens on the 23rd; 6,000 Films from 124 Countries Expected

The 43rd Busan International Short Film Festival Opens on the 23rd; 6,000 Films from 124 Countries Expected

France was selected as the guest country to mark the 140th anniversary of Korea–France diplomatic relations… 60 selected competing entries from around the world screened
Where the eyes of 5,966 films from 124 countries worldwide are focused, the most prestigious short film festival in Korea, the “43rd Busan International Short Film Festival,” opens in Busan on the 23rd with an overwhelming scale. This year’s core theme is “Cinema & Lumière.
| James choi