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[Joo Sung-cheol’s Locker] Watching “Marty Supreme,” Recalling Yoon Nam-gyu’s Penholder Table Tennis Racket

[Joo Sung-cheol’s Locker] Watching “Marty Supreme,” Recalling Yoon Nam-gyu’s Penholder Table Tennis Racket

I get hooked on objects shown in movies. I can’t help but wonder why the director, the cinematographer, the production designer—or even the actor—put that item in front of the camera. “Joo Sung-cheol’s Locker” is a record of the movie objects that landed softly in my eyes.
〈Marty Supreme〉 is a table tennis movie. For Korean film fans, the Sharpdy brothers are well known for 〈Heaven Knows What〉(2014), 〈Good Time〉(2017), and 〈Uncut Gems〉(2019), but 〈Marty Supreme〉 is a feature film that older brother Josh Safdie directed on his own for the first time in nearly 10 years.
Mastermind Jean-Jacques Annaud’s Epic ‘Wolf Totem’ Lands in South Korea for the First Time in 11 Years—Forged Through Real Wolf Footage, Delivered With Jaw-Dropping Nature Spectacle

Mastermind Jean-Jacques Annaud’s Epic ‘Wolf Totem’ Lands in South Korea for the First Time in 11 Years—Forged Through Real Wolf Footage, Delivered With Jaw-Dropping Nature Spectacle

A meeting between ‘The Lovers’ director Jean-Jacques Annaud and ‘Avatar’ music director James Horner.
The wild epic wrought by a master’s obsession arrives after 11 years of waitingA warning from humanity’s arrogance and from the vastness of nature, reflected in the wolves’ eyes. Choreographed formations by real Mongolian wolves—rejecting CG—fully overwhelm the screen with vivid energy.
A Bold Mashup of Teen Drama and Body Horror: “I Want To Be Blonde” Opens on VOD in June

A Bold Mashup of Teen Drama and Body Horror: “I Want To Be Blonde” Opens on VOD in June

The film explores identity and belonging issues facing Asian American teenagers in the U.S. in the format of a genre movie, winning praise A standout from the 2025 SXSW Film Festival featuring Shirley Chen and McKenna Grace delivers an overwhelming sense of immersion Set to land in living rooms in June 2026 through major VOD platforms including the three IPTV providers and Studio Choiсe
I Want To Be Blonde, which combined teen film and body horror and won over audiences, meets Korean viewers on VOD.The film 〈I Want To Be Blonde〉 follows Joann Huang, a Chinese American high school student who lives feeling alienated in American society, and drew major attention after its debut at...
[Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box] Right Now Is Yoon Byung-hee’s Prime

[Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box] Right Now Is Yoon Byung-hee’s Prime

I’m interested in people. Even actors already drawing attention may be less famous today than they will be tomorrow. 'Kim Ji-yeon’s Jewel Box' introduces performers reaching new highs by the day. Think of it as spotting a breakout before everyone else does.
Writing about an actor who seems to be everywhere on TV can feel almost too obvious, but Yoon Byung-hee is in the midst of another prime that is impossible to ignore. Yoon Byung-hee has recently appeared in 〈My Royal Nemesis〉, 〈Sold Out on You〉 and 〈21segi Daegunbuin〉 — three dramas that aired...
[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

I can’t help but fixate on the objects in the movies. I find myself getting deeply lost in thought about why—of all things—this director, cinematographer, art director, or even the actor, placed that item in front of the camera. “Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker” is a record of the objects in films that landed on my eyes with a light, delicate stomp.
〈Gun-chae〉surpassed 3 million viewers in just 10 days. According to the Korean Film Commission’s integrated computer network, it reached the 3 million mark on May 30, its 10th day after release, four days earlier than 〈King and the Man〉, which drew 16 million viewers.
Netflix’s “3 Body Problem” Exec Sentenced to Death After Poisoning Billionaire in China

Netflix’s “3 Body Problem” Exec Sentenced to Death After Poisoning Billionaire in China

A former executive carried out the killing of a man in his 30s using poison sourced on the dark web after being cut out following a Netflix deal
The dark side of “3 Body Problem”, a tragedy, and the fate of the billionaire-poisonerBehind the success of the science-fiction blockbuster “3 Body Problem”, which swept the globe, lay a brutal tale of revenge and blood.
IU and Byeon Woo-seok Apologize Together Over Controversy of Historical Distortion in “The Grand Lady of the 21st Century” (Full Text)

IU and Byeon Woo-seok Apologize Together Over Controversy of Historical Distortion in “The Grand Lady of the 21st Century” (Full Text)

Due to inadequate research and controversy over historical distortion in the drama “The Grand Lady of the 21st Century,” both lead actors apologized via their personal SNS accounts IU: “I’m ashamed of myself for not reading the script carefully and studying with enough thought,” Byeon Woo-seok: “I lacked consideration for the historical context” With a promise from the production team to make prior VOD revisions, the lead actors recognized the heavy responsibility as main performers and bowed their heads side by side
〈The Grand Lady of the 21st Century〉’s royal couple delivered an apology to viewers, expressing their regret. Controversy Over Historical Fact-Checking and IU’s Personal Reflection The drama 〈The Grand Lady of the 21st Century〉 ended on May 16.
Oooz! X Wang Yinglu Fantasy Romance ‘Only You Can Be Seen’, Exciting Teaser Trailer Released

Oooz! X Wang Yinglu Fantasy Romance ‘Only You Can Be Seen’, Exciting Teaser Trailer Released

A romantic story that captures the inventive imagination of a man who sees a giant yellow duck and a woman who makes the duck disappear Directed by Haowlin Song, this highly anticipated work blends the feelings of youthful loneliness and love with a finely tuned sense of realism The dazzling chemistry between Asia’s rising star Oooz! and powerhouse actor Wang Yinglu… Coming to theaters in Korea in June
Oooz! and Wang Yinglu have unveiled a teaser trailer that delivers a fluttery chemistry full of excitement with 〈Only You Can Be Seen〉.The film 〈Only You Can Be Seen〉 tells the story of Tian Xiaozhou (Oooz!), who, after undergoing electroconvulsive therapy, can only see the color yellow—so everyone...
Tang Wei and Kim Tae-yong Couple Announce Second Pregnancy—“One More Foal Will Join Our Home” After 12 Years of Marriage

Tang Wei and Kim Tae-yong Couple Announce Second Pregnancy—“One More Foal Will Join Our Home” After 12 Years of Marriage

Tang Wei made the announcement directly through her SNS: “A totally unexpected gift—I’m so happy and really looking forward to it” Welcoming the Year of the Horse (丙午年), they shared a witty pregnancy omen by using a “foal” as a metaphor First daughter welcomed in 2014 after marrying in “Manchu,” as they prepare to meet a younger sister/brother with a 10-year age gap
Actor Tang Wei and director Kim Tae-yong announced a joyful piece of news: they will become parents to two children.■ “We have a new foal”… Tang Wei’s witty announcement of her pregnancy On the 29th, Tang Wei officially announced her second pregnancy via her Instagram, saying, “One more foal is...
Park Chan-wook’s Next Film Is a Blood-Drenched Hollywood Western… Tang Wei and McConaughey Join

Park Chan-wook’s Next Film Is a Blood-Drenched Hollywood Western… Tang Wei and McConaughey Join

Directing confirmed for “The Brigands of Rattlecreek.” A Park Chan-wook revenge drama featuring top-tier stars like Matthew McConaughey and Tang Wei all in one place.
A Blood-Soaked Western by “Park Chan-wook” Meets Hollywood’s Top-Tier LineupRenowned filmmaker representing South Korea, director “Park Chan-wook”, returns to the global stage with a fierce “Western” set against America’s pioneering era. The U. S.