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Review: Kim Min-ha Leads ‘Hana Korea,’ as Cast and Filmmakers Discuss the Film at Seoul Press Event

Review: Kim Min-ha Leads ‘Hana Korea,’ as Cast and Filmmakers Discuss the Film at Seoul Press Event

〈Hana Korea〉 tells one of Korean cinema’s most familiar stories in one of its most unfamiliar forms: a film by a Danish director, set in Seoul, about a North Korean defector. At times it unfolds like a Scandinavian film, yet its setting and faces are unmistakably Seoul, with Kim Min‑ha at the...
[First Reactions to Cinema] ‘David’ Cineplay Journalist Star Rating

[First Reactions to Cinema] ‘David’ Cineplay Journalist Star Rating

[First Reactions to Cinema]After raking in a box-office run-rate topping 22 million dollars in the first weekend of its release in North America, the buzzy film 〈King of Kings〉-crossover spectacle 〈David〉 opens in South Korea on Friday, July 10.
[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.
Controversial “Reassignment Education,” Yet My Favorite Episode Is…

Controversial “Reassignment Education,” Yet My Favorite Episode Is…

Even in its second week after release, the Netflix series 〈Reassignment Education〉 topped the No. 1 spot among non-English TV shows in the global TOP 10 rankings. Cine Play reporters picked their favorite episodes.
Once again, a high-impact K-content title has burst onto Netflix. The Netflix series 〈Reassignment Education〉, which depicts the relentless efforts of the authority group for protecting teachers’ rights as it takes the side of victims and puts schools back in order, kept its No.
'The Shrine: Demonic Whispers' Kim Jae-joong Confirms a String of Meet-and-Greets Around June Release After Full-Soldout Theaters

'The Shrine: Demonic Whispers' Kim Jae-joong Confirms a String of Meet-and-Greets Around June Release After Full-Soldout Theaters

A new occult horror film from director Kumikiri Kazuyoshi—whose premiere screening sold out all seats—with Korean-set shamanistic lore A no-gap audience-communication relay spanning a stage greeting and GV on the eve of release, down to a mini GV on opening day Stage greetings across Seoul’s major theater districts over the release weekend—including Yeongdeungpo, Yongsan, Hongdae, Wangsimni, and Gangnam—are confirmed in full
〈The Shrine: Demonic Whispers〉 locked in its schedule before and after release, driven by a hot response.Ticket power proven by a full sellout at the premiere screening In 〈The Shrine: Demonic Whispers〉, three college students who go on a field trip to a deserted Shinto shrine in Kobe, Japan,...
[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.
Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

An unscripted, fact-based story-inspired blockbuster that follows the journey of North Korean defector ‘Hye-seon,’ determined to move forward even in unfamiliar circumstances.
A first-look set of two posters has been released, drawing attention after 〈Hana Korea〉—a joint production of South Korea and Denmark based on a true story and starring Kim Min-ha, Kim Ju-ryeong and Ahn Seo-hyun—confirmed its release on July 8, showcasing stark color contrasts and the dazzling...
Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Ma Dong-seok Is Back After a Promotion… Kim Jae-young Named as New Villain for “The Roundup 5”

Aiming for a fourth straight blockbuster success. A high-stakes showdown is set between Team Leader Ma Seok-do and the worst villain, Lee Kang-tae.
A monster detective in evolution and the birth of a new evil, “The Roundup 5” begins filmingThe absolute ruler of South Korea’s action blockbuster scene, “The Roundup” opened the door to its fifth chapter. Distributor ABO Entertainment officially announced on the 24th that “The Roundup 5” has...
Hong Seok-cheon, Yoo Jeong-su, Park Chang-jin and Other Figures Take the Stage as ‘6th Pride Gala’ Wraps Up!

Hong Seok-cheon, Yoo Jeong-su, Park Chang-jin and Other Figures Take the Stage as ‘6th Pride Gala’ Wraps Up!

An event held to mark ‘IDAHO (International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia),’ the day against international anti-LGBTQ hate.
The 6th Pride Gala, hosted by the nonprofit Singnaneun Center (Chairman Kim Jo-gwang-soo), was held with great success on May 22 at the Grand Ballroom of the FKI Hall in Yeouido, Seoul. At this event, held in commemoration of ‘IDAHO (International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia),’...
[Seong Chan-eol's Comics] The extreme realism of 'Soohee0 (tngmlek0),' the webtoon that had readers saying, 'This author is clearly obsessed with streaming'

[Seong Chan-eol's Comics] The extreme realism of 'Soohee0 (tngmlek0),' the webtoon that had readers saying, 'This author is clearly obsessed with streaming'

I'm obsessed with subculture. I check out anything with fresh stories, settings, or characters — movies, webtoons, games, comics, animation. Having discovered fandom through comics, I became what I call an "e-adult" — an adult who reads printed comics via e-books and webtoons on my phone. But it's less fun alone. In this recurring column, Seong Chan-eol's Comics, I highlight works that are more enjoyable together from the perspective of a jack-of-all-fandoms — a fan with broad, eclectic tastes.
We live in an era where influencers rise and fall every day. The dramatic advancement of social media and live-streaming platforms has brought us to a point where audiences can choose the stars they want, rather than being handed manufactured celebrities.