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The Master of the World, Buster Keaton ① The Golden Age of Silent Film, Inventor of an Acrobatic Film Language

The Master of the World, Buster Keaton ① The Golden Age of Silent Film, Inventor of an Acrobatic Film Language

Buster Keaton, whom André Bazin and David Bordwell praise in unison, shows the limits of motion images through the boundless use of the human body and space.
Buster Keaton is one of the great artists who fully invented a brand-new film language of his own. Film scholar David Bordwell, in 「Film Art」, speaks about the comedy of Keaton’s “space” — the kind of freedom-to-move that he demonstrates — saying, “David Bordwell’s slapstick comedy confirms André...
Baeksang Arts Awards 62nd: Naver Popularity Award Vote Kicks Off on the 24th…79 Male and Female Nominees Go Head-to-Head

Baeksang Arts Awards 62nd: Naver Popularity Award Vote Kicks Off on the 24th…79 Male and Female Nominees Go Head-to-Head

Starting today (the 24th) at noon and running for 12 days through just before midnight on May 5 via Naver A total of 79 male and female nominees in the Broadcasting, Film, Theater, and Musical categories…1 free vote per account per day for each gender category The main ceremony will be held on May 8 at the Coex D Hall…Shin Dong-yup, Suzy, and Park Bo-gum will host, and JTBC will broadcast it live
The Naver Popularity Award vote for “Baeksang Arts Awards 62nd with Gucci,” the only comprehensive arts awards show in Korea, will begin in full on the 24th.With the Popularity Award vote now underway, on April 24 Baeksang Arts Awards’ secretariat announced that it will hold the Naver Popularity...
“Mudo Kids, Gather Up!” MudoRun Heads to Sangam in June

“Mudo Kids, Gather Up!” MudoRun Heads to Sangam in June

This June 7, a 10km course will be held at the Sangam Culture and Storage Site…Park Myung-soo, Jeong Jun-ha, and Ha-ha confirmed to attend A “Police vs. Thieves” concept is introduced…The winner is decided by comparing each team’s average records Tickets go on sale through the Coupang Play app on May 7…A limited-edition race pack customized to the concept will be given to all participants
A large-scale running event that lets you run through the city with the stars of MBC’s variety show “Infinite Challenge” will take place this summer in Sangam-dong, Seoul.10km city chase event in Sangam this June Coupang Play announced that on June 7, it will hold “2026 Infinite Challenge Run with...
From Establishing a Publishing Company to Private Invitations… “Minister’s Commendation” for Park Jung-min, Whose Quiet Good Deeds Shone with Sincerity

From Establishing a Publishing Company to Private Invitations… “Minister’s Commendation” for Park Jung-min, Whose Quiet Good Deeds Shone with Sincerity

Recognized for contributions to improving cultural access rights and promoting welfare for people with visual impairments, earning the honor of a Minister’s Commendation With a heart for his father, he founded the publishing company “Mu-je” to produce audiobooks and donated 100% of all proceeds A model of thoughtful consideration, including privately inviting people to movies and musicals at his own expense and preparing materials in braille in advance
Actor Park Jung-min received a Minister’s Commendation from the Ministry of Health and Welfare for his contributions to improving cultural access rights for people with disabilities and promoting their welfare on the occasion of the 46th Day for Persons with Disabilities.
“Smartwatch Triggered” Horror “SalmoKja”… Draws Teen Crowds, Ranks No. 1 Again for a Second Week

“Smartwatch Triggered” Horror “SalmoKja”… Draws Teen Crowds, Ranks No. 1 Again for a Second Week

Poised for a long theatrical run thanks to immersive teen viewing culture and the craze for visiting the real filming location
“Salmokja,” No. 1 at the Box Office for 12 Straight Days… Surpasses 1. 46 Million AdmissionsDirector Lee Sang-Min’s new horror film “Salmokja” has maintained the No. 1 spot for 12 consecutive days since its release, delivering overwhelming box-office dominance.
Netflix’s Surprise Earnings in First Quarter Topping $6 Billion… Shares Drop 9% After Founder Steps Down

Netflix’s Surprise Earnings in First Quarter Topping $6 Billion… Shares Drop 9% After Founder Steps Down

Operating profit rose 18% and beat expectations, but shares plunged 9% in over-the-counter trading after a report that Reed Hastings—the founder who led the company for 29 years—has stepped down
Global online video service Netflix recorded a surprise performance that far exceeded the market’s outlook for the first quarter this year. An ‘earnings surprise’ in Q1 notwithstanding, the impact of the complete management exit by co-founder Reed Hastings sent the stock tumbling 9% on the...
Traveling Through Korea in a Fresh New Way with “XO, Kitty”: The Korean Places Inside “XO, Kitty”

Traveling Through Korea in a Fresh New Way with “XO, Kitty”: The Korean Places Inside “XO, Kitty”

When you start each day by riding the “hell train” in the morning and crossing the colorless concrete jungle from one place to another, living through days that feel utterly lifeless can suddenly make you crave a fantasy to escape reality.
BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) “Aspirations for the Super Bowl Halftime Show”… “If I get the chance, someday I definitely want to”

BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan) “Aspirations for the Super Bowl Halftime Show”… “If I get the chance, someday I definitely want to”

Leader RM “You’re showing a wonderful side of Korean culture… I want to perform on my dream stage” Suga opens up about worries over fast-changing trends… “Considering activities centered mainly on singles and mini albums going forward” In a nod to mentioning Bad Bunny’s 2026 Super Bowl stage, Jin says “Just imagine how our performance would look”
The group BTS has made its strong desire known: it wants to take the stage at the U. S. Super Bowl Halftime Show, widely dubbed the “dream stage” for pop artists. ■ “We’ll show the strength of Korean culture”… Passion for the Super Bowl stage In an interview with the influential U. S.
Angels, Witches, Vampires: Two or Three Things You Might Want to Know About Tilda Swinton’s “Orlando” Re-Release ①

Angels, Witches, Vampires: Two or Three Things You Might Want to Know About Tilda Swinton’s “Orlando” Re-Release ①

〈Orlando〉 In 〈Orlando〉, a queen falls for the handsome noble boy Orlando (Tilda Swinton) and issues an order: “Don’t ever grow old, and don’t ever die.”
Tilda Swinton is an actress who seems like she just stepped out of a Renaissance painting. Usually, people describe actors with the phrase “untouchable,” but if I’m allowed to use that expression for only one person, I’d want it to be her.
“Godfather of Hip-Hop” Afrika Bambaataa Dies at 68

“Godfather of Hip-Hop” Afrika Bambaataa Dies at 68

A pioneer who helped lay the foundation for hip-hop culture, he died at his home in Pennsylvania while battling cancer. Chief of the gang “Black Spades,” he later became founder of the “Universal Zulu Nation.” He left behind groundbreaking music such as “Planet Rock,” but in later years his legacy was marred by controversy over sexual misconduct.
A legendary DJ and rapper who is impossible to leave out of hip-hop history, Afrika Bambaataa (Afrika Bambaataa, birth name Lance Taylor), died of cancer complications.■ One of the founders of hip-hop... Dies at 68 after battling cancer According to reports from international media outlets such as...