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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...
Gough Street in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong: Did Leslie Cheung and Tony Leung Ever Meet? CinePlay X Brick Travel Hong Kong Travelogue

Gough Street in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong: Did Leslie Cheung and Tony Leung Ever Meet? CinePlay X Brick Travel Hong Kong Travelogue

"What new year. Just living, you know. " Like the line from the Netflix drama that says, "Life goes on," this is a line uttered by Tony Leung's character, the 'Rogue Doctor' or 'Tsundere Doctor' in (1995), as he brushes off people asking him to join a New Year celebration. I really like this scene.
A New Interpretation of Terminal Melodrama, Starring Han Ye-ri and Kim Seol-jin in the Film <Spring Night>

A New Interpretation of Terminal Melodrama, Starring Han Ye-ri and Kim Seol-jin in the Film

The love story of a couple facing terminal illness has long been a typical theme in Korean melodramas. From to , , and , numerous works have utilized this setup. Due to its frequent use, some have come to see it as a cliché.
Han Ye-ri, Kim Seol-jin Starring, Directed by Kang Mi-ja, <Spring Night> Press Screening Held

Han Ye-ri, Kim Seol-jin Starring, Directed by Kang Mi-ja, Press Screening Held

A drama that captures the tragic and poignant love story of Young-kyung (Han Ye-ri) and Su-hwan (Kim Seol-jin) who live in ruins with wounds and face death.
A poetic drama that captures the tragic and poignant love story of ‘Young-kyung’ and ‘Su-hwan’ who live in ruins with wounds and face death was successfully held on July 3 at 2 PM at CGV Yongsan I-Park Mall with the attendance of Director Kang Mi-ja and actors Han Ye-ri and Kim Seol-jin for a...
Close Yet Far, Far Yet Close... What Does the '28 Days Later' Series Share in Common?

Close Yet Far, Far Yet Close... What Does the '28 Days Later' Series Share in Common?

Released on June 19, has come under scrutiny from audiences. Officially a sequel to the 2002 film , sees the return of director Danny Boyle and screenwriter Alex Garland, capturing the isolated landscapes of England 28 years after the events of .
A Story You Must Witness Right Now 〈The Seed of the Sacred Tree〉

A Story You Must Witness Right Now 〈The Seed of the Sacred Tree〉

(2022, directed by Ali Abbasi) revealed the dark side of Iranian society by reflecting the serial killer 'Spider' who murdered 16 women and the various layers of supporters who protected him, and it has been less than three years since then.

"My Favorite, I've Decided on You! Cineplay Reporters' 〈Mission Impossible〉 Favorite Edition?"

series' 8th installment, , was released on May 17 and is receiving love from Korean audiences. The series depicts the struggles of special agent Ethan Hunt and has been beloved as Tom Cruise's representative work and his series where he tries to do everything he wants (. ).

"[2024 JIFF] The Festival Has Begun. Enjoy the 25th Jeonju International Film Festival Movies and Events for Free!"

This year, following the complete cut of the government's budget for regional film culture revitalization, the budget for film festival support from the Korean Film Council has decreased by about 54% compared to last year, deepening the concerns of the local film industry.

"[2024 JIFF] The 25th Jeonju International Film Festival Unveils Its Lineup, Notable Programs to Watch"

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Jeonju International Film Festival, which has unveiled its lineup. At 25 years old, akin to a person entering young adulthood, the festival is also contemplating what it means to be more ‘authentic’ and ‘Jeonju-like’.