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‘A City of Sadness,’ abruptly put on hold one day before reopening… “Copyright issues raised”

‘A City of Sadness,’ abruptly put on hold one day before reopening… “Copyright issues raised”

The original rights holder sent an official notice saying, “I’ve never sold the distribution rights in Korea,” prompting theaters to halt screenings in the middle of ongoing showings Korean Association of Art Cinema Theaters: “The original rights holder denies the legitimacy of the screening copy… withdraw to protect audience trust” Importer A-Sum Pictures: “We purchased it lawfully through a French distributor… we’ll do our best to reach a proper resolution”
The masterpiece by director Hou Hsiao-hsien, ‘A City of Sadness (1989),’ was scheduled to return to South Korean screens on the 6th but was suddenly put on hold just two days before its release. As the original overseas rights holder raised copyright concerns and signs of a legal dispute began to...
| Yangsimoh
Critics Shake Their Heads, Audiences Nod: 3 films that succeeded at the box office despite sharply divided reviews

Critics Shake Their Heads, Audiences Nod: 3 films that succeeded at the box office despite sharply divided reviews

The King of Pop is dominating the screen. 〈Michael〉, which opened in about 30 countries including North America, cleared $200 million in its first week and is riding a strong box-office wave. Before its release, the review-aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes showed near-panning scores — a so-called...
| Seongchan Eol
Ha Jung-woo, Jeon Doo-hwan & Son Suk-gu, Roh Tae-woo Transformations…Netflix Movie ‘Ordinary People’ Lineup

Ha Jung-woo, Jeon Doo-hwan & Son Suk-gu, Roh Tae-woo Transformations…Netflix Movie ‘Ordinary People’ Lineup

A new work by director Yoon Jong-bin known for ‘The Accidental Narco’—depicted through Roh Tae-woo, the No. 2 figure of the new military regime, with Ji Chang-wook joining the cast
A Tumultuous Period in Modern Korean History, Brought Back to Life on Screen Actors 'Ha Jung-woo' and 'Son Suk-gu' will undergo a daring transformation into major real-life figures from modern Korean history in 'Ordinary People', the upcoming Netflix film by 'Director Yoon Jong-bin'.
| James choi
After 'Salmokji,' Ready for a Ghost Tour? Korean Horror Films Set at Real-Life Haunted Spots

After 'Salmokji,' Ready for a Ghost Tour? Korean Horror Films Set at Real-Life Haunted Spots

〈A Man Living with the King〉's Yeongwol was followed by Yesan for 〈Salmokji〉. The film 〈Salmokji〉, which has already surpassed twice its break-even point, takes its motif from the 'Salmokji legend,' which is set at the Salmokji reservoir in Gwangsim-myeon, Yesan, Chungnam.
| Kim Ji-yeon
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
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
“Smartwatch Triggered” Horror “SalmoKja”… Draws Teen Crowds, Ranks No. 1 Again for a Second Week

“Smartwatch Triggered” Horror “SalmoKja”… Draws Teen Crowds, Ranks No. 1 Again for a Second Week

Poised for a long theatrical run thanks to immersive teen viewing culture and the craze for visiting the real filming location
“Salmokja,” No. 1 at the Box Office for 12 Straight Days… Surpasses 1. 46 Million Admissions Director Lee Sang-Min’s new horror film “Salmokja” has maintained the No. 1 spot for 12 consecutive days since its release, delivering overwhelming box-office dominance.
| James choi
‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, Rises to No. 1 in Advance Ticket Sales Before Release… A Runway Frenzy Promised

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, Rises to No. 1 in Advance Ticket Sales Before Release… A Runway Frenzy Promised

‘A Full Cast Reunion’ After 20 Years Brings an Uproar to Theaters… Reaping Strong Effects From an Official Visit, Igniting a Box-Office Wave
With the legendary return everyone around the world has been waiting for, the film 〈The Devil Wears Prada 2〉 claimed the top spot in advance ticket sales among titles slated for the same release window, just two weeks before opening—showing overwhelming box-office power.
| Chua-young
Jennifer Lopez × Diego Luna ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ to Release on April 27

Jennifer Lopez × Diego Luna ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ to Release on April 27

A Sensual Touch by Bill Condon, Director of ‘The Greatest Showman’… A Deadly Fantasy Blooming Inside Prison
Musical film 〈Kiss of the Spider Woman〉, drawing attention for bringing together top-tier Hollywood stars including Jennifer Lopez and Diego Luna, has confirmed its April 27 release and has just unveiled the main poster and trailer.
| Chua-young
Lotte Cinema Sound-Optimized Theater ‘Gwang-eum Cinema’ Opens in Vietnam for the First Time

Lotte Cinema Sound-Optimized Theater ‘Gwang-eum Cinema’ Opens in Vietnam for the First Time

A special venue opens in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the company’s first overseas expansion. Designed for local audiences who enjoy horror and action, the global brand ‘BOOMAX’ delivers an immersive viewing experience.
Lotte Cinema brings ‘Gwang-eum Cinema’ to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam for the first time… Accelerating the expansion of its global footprint Lotte Cinema has paved the way for a full-scale push into global markets by introducing a sound-specialized theater called 'Gwang-eum Cinema' at its Go Vap...
| James choi