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Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

On May 4, it reached 200,000 cumulative admissions and hit the break-even point about two weeks after its release.
There’s still a long way to go. Director Lee Myeong-se’s documentary 〈The December 12. 3〉 surpassed 200,000 cumulative viewers and reached the break-even point about two weeks after its release on May 4. With that, 〈The December 12.
[Film Festival Issue] The Unfamiliar Face of “Nation’s Actor” Ahn Sung-ki… Special Retrospective at the Jeonju International Film Festival

[Film Festival Issue] The Unfamiliar Face of “Nation’s Actor” Ahn Sung-ki… Special Retrospective at the Jeonju International Film Festival

A one-of-a-kind acting spectrum behind a familiar image. The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival presents a special retrospective featuring seven works by acclaimed actor Ahn Sung-ki
Jeonju International Film Festival to Present a Special Retrospective on “Ahn Sung-ki, Slightly Unfamiliar”The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival will hold a special retrospective examining Ahn Sung-ki, the nation’s actor, a symbol of Korean cinema.
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The "Eternal National Actor" Late Ahn Sung-gi's Tribute Exhibition Continues…Rediscovering Masterpieces at CGV and Picture House

CGV will screen 8 representative works by year from the 25th to April 14, in celebration of the 10th anniversary of 'Ahn Sung-gi Hall' in Apgujeong. Picture House extends the special exhibition 'Ahn Sung-gi of the 21st Century' until the 5th of next month and holds guest visit sessions (GV) events with directors Lee Myung-se and Lee Joon-ik. Rediscover the brilliant footsteps and true essence of the late actor who significantly impacted Korean cinema for over half a century at the theater.
A special tribute exhibition honoring the eternal national actor, the late Ahn Sung-gi, whose impressive body of work has significantly impacted Korean cinema for over half a century, will be held consecutively at the theaters.
Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

On the 5th, the Film Alliance issued a statement strongly urging the immediate return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the prompt establishment of a public forum.
The Film Alliance (co-representatives Baek Jae-ho and Lee Dong-ha) issued a statement on the 5th, declaring a full boycott of any cooperation with the current operation system of 'Seoul Film Center' and strongly urging the return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the immediate...
The Late Ahn Sung-ki's Wife, Oh So-young, Shares Her First Thoughts...

The Late Ahn Sung-ki's Wife, Oh So-young, Shares Her First Thoughts... "Thank you for being a good husband"

In an interview with Chosun Ilbo on the 19th, she revealed her first feelings... "My husband was a strong support throughout my life, and his absence is so great" He passed away on the 5th at the age of 72, with a funeral for film industry figures held... After debuting in 1957, he had a 60-year acting career "I hope the films my husband loved will be preserved by his juniors"... The Korean film industry bids farewell to its 'eternal persona'
It has been two weeks since the great star of the Korean film industry, 'National Actor' Ahn Sung-ki, left us. While the sadness has not yet faded, his wife Oh So-young, who spent her life with him, has shared her heartfelt feelings for the first time after saying goodbye to her husband.

"I will knock you out"... 'Hocus Pocus' Thora Birch in a physical confrontation with a fan on the street

After the BAFTA event, a heated exchange in Beverly Hills... Husband tears up photos and Birch threatens physically "He harassed us all weekend" vs "Just a request for an autograph"... Video of the furious couple goes viral. After a question about being "Israeli" sparked a racial controversy... "I am also Jewish, just trying to gauge his accent" apology
Actress Thora Birch (43), known for the movies 'Hocus Pocus' and 'American Beauty', and her husband Michael Benton Adler (48) are making headlines in Hollywood after a video surfaced showing them in a heated argument with a member of the public on the street.
Korean Film Industry Giant Ahn Sung-ki Passes Away, Ending 69-Year Acting Journey

Korean Film Industry Giant Ahn Sung-ki Passes Away, Ending 69-Year Acting Journey

From child debut in 1957 to ten million actor, he passed away at the age of 74 after battling blood cancer for 6 years
Actor Ahn Sung-ki, regarded as a living legend of Korean cinema, passed away at around 9 AM on the 5th at the intensive care unit of Soonchunhyang University Hospital in Yongsan, Seoul, at the age of 74. The funeral committee for Ahn Sung-ki officially announced that he quietly closed his eyes...
Seeing Kang Daniel in Theaters... 'Kang Daniel: Hold Your Breath' Premieres at CGV on January 7

Seeing Kang Daniel in Theaters... 'Kang Daniel: Hold Your Breath' Premieres at CGV on January 7

From the 2025 European Tour to the Seoul Encore... A 118-minute documentary capturing Kang Daniel's musical growth
CJ CGV announced that the second live performance film 〈Kang Daniel: Hold Your Breath〉 featuring artist Kang Daniel's dazzling stage and the honest records behind it will be released on January 7, 2026.This work follows the first world tour live film 〈Kang Daniel: My Parade〉 which was released in...
'Korean Tycoon' Soo Kim Joins Warner Bros Acquisition Battle...

'Korean Tycoon' Soo Kim Joins Warner Bros Acquisition Battle... "Will CNN Change Owners?"

FT "Standard General's Soo Kim Discusses Investment in WBD Cable Assets"... Attention on Trump Connection as WBD, which Transferred Studio to Netflix, Struggles with 'Burden' of Cable and CNN, Paramount Skydance's 'Hostile M&A' Participation Expands the Game... Media Disruption Expected
A Korean-American heavyweight has emerged in the 'deal of the century' surrounding global media giant Warner Bros Discovery . Soo Kim, the head of New York hedge fund Standard General, is confirmed to be exploring the acquisition of Warner Bros' cable broadcasting assets, including CNN.
[Video] In Memory of the Late Actress Kim Ji-mi, We Remember You! Heartfelt Moments in Black and White Photos.

[Video] In Memory of the Late Actress Kim Ji-mi, We Remember You! Heartfelt Moments in Black and White Photos.

The title 'Glamorous Actress' given when she was inducted into the 'Hall of Fame for Film Artists' symbolizes her.
In Memory of Actress Kim Ji-mi [Yonhap News]Kim Ji-mi (real name Kim Myung-ja), a veteran actress known as the Elizabeth Taylor of Korea and a strong woman in the Korean film industry. Unlike the typical image of Korean women, she boasted a three-dimensional face and was considered one of the most...