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Review: In 'The Shrine,' the Human Abyss Is Scarier Than Any Demon

Review: In 'The Shrine,' the Human Abyss Is Scarier Than Any Demon

In 〈The Shrine: Whisper of the Demon〉, opening June 17, demons may stalk the screen, but the film argues that the human psyche is more terrifying still.Billed as a meeting of K-shamanism and J-horror, 〈The Shrine: Whisper of the Demon〉 is a Korea–Japan co-production directed by Japanese filmmaker...
A Netflix Non-English Series Goes Straight to No. 1 Worldwide After the Controversy—Kim Mu-yeol’s “Chameukyo” Sparks a Box-Office Surge

A Netflix Non-English Series Goes Straight to No. 1 Worldwide After the Controversy—Kim Mu-yeol’s “Chameukyo” Sparks a Box-Office Surge

A crisp action story that moves past the original’s controversy. “Chameukyo,” which claimed global No. 1 within three days of release, and the K-content wave.
Over the controversy’s waves, ‘Chameukyo’, sweeps the world with a global hammer blowThe ‘Chameukyo’ Netflix original series starring actor ‘Kim Mu-yeol’ has seized the top spot in the global non-English TV category.
Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s Short Drama ‘BIFAN’ and ‘New York Film Festival’ Invitation Is a Huge Win, Displaying the Power of K-Short Drama!

Amid the spotlight, master filmmakers Lee Joon-ik and Lee Won-suk’s short-form challenge lands consecutive invitations to Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival and the New York Asian Film Festival
The fleeting aesthetics seen through a master’s gaze. Director Lee Joon-ik’s ‘Father’s Home-Cooked Meal’ and Director Lee Won-suk’s ‘Beloved Death’ are ready to ignite all five senses of genre-film fans around the world—and short-drama fans alike—with a brief yet forceful narrative.
[Photo &] 30th Bucheon Film Festival Screens Record 321 Films, Jet Li Named Opener

[Photo &] 30th Bucheon Film Festival Screens Record 321 Films, Jet Li Named Opener

A record-breaking scale with 321 films screened across 50 countries. AI and short-form categories are added as the curtain rises on a new-genre festival
A massive comeback for 'Asia's largest genre film festival' — bold lineup for the 30th BIFAN'Asia's largest genre film festival' has returned in grand form, proving its clout. The 'Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival' ('BIFAN') is back with the best-ever lineup.
[Photo &] Park Ji-hoon’s B-Grade Humor Military Fantasy… Box-Office Boom Analysis of “Becoming a Legend in the Kitchen”

[Photo &] Park Ji-hoon’s B-Grade Humor Military Fantasy… Box-Office Boom Analysis of “Becoming a Legend in the Kitchen”

A fresh fantasy that blends cooking, games, and the military, topped the No. 1 spot in the number of paid subscribers who contributed
A military fantasy gripping a kitchen knife instead of a gun writes a new chapter in box-office successThe military—an institution that reflects the solid hierarchy of South Korean society—is evolving. Departing from the one-size-fits-all barracks routines, the camera now zeroes in on special...
[Photo&] Kim Jae-joong makes a bold transformation as a shaman… Tackles Japan-South Korea horror collaboration “Shinsa: Whispers of the Demon” — at the press screening event

[Photo&] Kim Jae-joong makes a bold transformation as a shaman… Tackles Japan-South Korea horror collaboration “Shinsa: Whispers of the Demon” — at the press screening event

Kim Jae-joong takes on the horror challenge with “Shinsa: Whispers of the Demon,” a differentiated kind of fear built on the fusion of a Korean shaman and Japanese occult lore.
This is the most daring transformation he has made since his debut. ‘Kim Jae-joong’ took on his first ‘horror genre’ in his life and stepped forward for the role of ‘a shaman’ through the film ‘Shinsa: Whispers of the Demon’.
Jodie Foster Stars in Mystery Chase Film “The Private Life of Paris,” Set for Domestic Release in July and Teaser Unveiled

Jodie Foster Stars in Mystery Chase Film “The Private Life of Paris,” Set for Domestic Release in July and Teaser Unveiled

A jaunty mystery chase unravels a psychiatrist’s investigation into the puzzling death of a patient she handled for 9 years A sensational teaser poster is unveiled on the spot, adding mystery with a low-angle view of Jodie Foster beneath a spiral staircase A teaser trailer has people talking, combining a Talking Heads hit “Psycho Killer” for a rhythmic, unsettling preview
Jodie Foster’s new film 〈The Private Life of Paris〉 is coming to Korean theaters in July.Jodie Foster’s new film 〈The Private Life of Paris〉 is coming to Korean theaters in July. In the film, Dr. Lillian , a psychiatrist living in Paris, becomes suspicious of the death of a patient she handled for...
'Hana Korea' confirms Kim Min-ha's return to the big screen in July, releases character stills packed with an intense story

'Hana Korea' confirms Kim Min-ha's return to the big screen in July, releases character stills packed with an intense story

'Pachinko' global blue-chip Kim Min-ha to star in film based on a true story of a joint Korea-Denmark production Reflecting the harrowing reality and hope of Hye-seon, a North Korean defector trying to move forward in an unfamiliar life Anticipation builds with the addition of Kim Ju-ryeong and Ahn Seo-hyun, with July 8 release set after character-still visuals that capture both unease and resilience
〈Hana Korea〉 has released a still cut of Kim Min-ha, showcasing her commanding presence.〈Hana Korea〉 has released a still cut of Kim Min-ha, showcasing her commanding presence. The film 〈Hana Korea〉 tells the story of Hye-seon, a North Korean defector who, even amid an unfamiliar life, ultimately...
First Reactions: Cineplay’s Rating for 〈The Shrine: Whisper of the Evil Spirit〉

First Reactions: Cineplay’s Rating for 〈The Shrine: Whisper of the Evil Spirit〉

[First Reactions]Opening on the 17th, 〈The Shrine: Whisper of the Evil Spirit〉 is a Korean-Japanese shamanic occult horror film about three college students who vanish after visiting an abandoned shrine in Kobe, Japan, and a shaman named Myeong-jin (Kim Jae-joong) who investigates the case and...
Who’s Your 'Triangle'? Mixed-Gender Groups That Come to Mind After Watching 〈Wild Sing〉

Who’s Your 'Triangle'? Mixed-Gender Groups That Come to Mind After Watching 〈Wild Sing〉

It’s one of those songs you’ve never heard before, but it sounds familiar. The stage looks new, yet you get a strong sense of déjà vu. If you saw the film that opened on June 3, 〈Wild Sing〉, you probably felt that.