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[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

※ The interview with 〈Gunche〉 director Yeon Sang-ho continues from Part 1. It's been 10 years since 〈Train to Busan〉. Did returning to zombies come with any pressure. "I didn't come in thinking, 'I have to do something new.
| Seongchan Eol
[Photo&] “AI That Replaces a Dead Son” Hirokazu Kore-eda’s New Work ‘A Sheep in a Box’ Unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival

[Photo&] “AI That Replaces a Dead Son” Hirokazu Kore-eda’s New Work ‘A Sheep in a Box’ Unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival

A meeting between a couple who lost their son and a humanoid robot. Acclaimed director Hirokazu Kore-eda questions humanity in the AI era. Confirmed for release in Korea on the 10th next month and for his in-person visit on the 4th.
Humanity in the AI era: a weighty topic from a master “In an era when artificial intelligence technology advances by leaps and bounds, we should ask ourselves what, exactly, defines humanity.” Bringing his new film ‘A Sheep in a Box’, invited to the competitive section of the 79th Cannes...
| James choi
The identity of the Korea-Japan joint production created by Sang-ho Yeon is finally revealed—“Gas Man” teaser preview and poster unveiled!

The identity of the Korea-Japan joint production created by Sang-ho Yeon is finally revealed—“Gas Man” teaser preview and poster unveiled!

During a live TV broadcast, a horrifying murder shocks the world: a person’s body suddenly swells and explodes.
Netflix will exclusively release its Netflix series 〈Gas Man〉 worldwide on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Director Sang-ho Yeon, who has consistently delivered global hit titles such as the film 〈Train to Busan〉 and the Netflix series 〈Kingdom〉 〈Parasite: The Grey〉 and more, serves as executive producer...
| Joo Seong-cheol
[Seong Chan-eol's Manga Books] A Class-Defying Romance That Slowly Seeps In Like Ink in Water 「Emma」

[Seong Chan-eol's Manga Books] A Class-Defying Romance That Slowly Seeps In Like Ink in Water 「Emma」

I'm obsessed with subculture. I check out anything that handles fresh stories, ideas, or characters—not only films but webtoons, games, comics, and animation. Having opened the door to the world of 'geek' through printed manga, I now read comics on e-books and webtoons on my smartphone—I've become...
| Seongchan Eol
[Chua-Young’s Music Box] Music for the Purification Ritual of Wounded Youth: “Girls Band Cry”

[Chua-Young’s Music Box] Music for the Purification Ritual of Wounded Youth: “Girls Band Cry”

I get hooked on the music in the film. Music sometimes conveys intimate feelings a character can’t fully express through the visuals alone—or through the lines you hear. It can also serve as a window into the creator’s hidden intentions. For me, understanding film music was one way to connect with the movie. “Chua-Young’s Music Box” lets you listen more closely to the movie’s voice through music. (P.S. While listening to the music, I hope you’ll read the article.)
Following the first film, 〈Girls Band Cry: The Movie—Youth Rhapsody〉 (hereinafter 〈Youth Rhapsody〉), the sequel 〈Girls Band Cry: The Movie, Hey Our Future〉 was released in theaters on April 16. This theatrical release is a compilation film: while it faithfully follows the existing story, it adds...
| Chua-young
Jeong Juri Director ‘Dora’ Invited to Directors’ Fortnight at the 79th Cannes Film Festival

Jeong Juri Director ‘Dora’ Invited to Directors’ Fortnight at the 79th Cannes Film Festival

Starring Sakura Ando and Kim Do-yeon, an original narrative inspired by Freud’s ‘Dora’ case study Directors’ Fortnight Committee Chair Julien Rege praises the film as “a bold and original exploration within the context of Korean cinema”
Director Jeong Juri’s third feature film ‘Dora ’ has been officially invited to the 79th Cannes International Film Festival under Directors’ Fortnight (Quinzaine des Cinéastes). With this, Jeong has achieved the rare feat of three consecutive Cannes appearances, with every feature film—from her...
| Yangsimoh
'Eureka,' the 21st Century's Greatest Japanese Film Masterpiece and a Road Movie in Search of Life’s Light—First Domestic Release in Korea for the First Time!

'Eureka,' the 21st Century's Greatest Japanese Film Masterpiece and a Road Movie in Search of Life’s Light—First Domestic Release in Korea for the First Time!

A work that has deeply inspired countless younger directors, including Ryusuke Hamaguchi and Sho Miyake, and is scheduled to open in the first half of the year.
“Makoto,” a bus driver who survived a horrific tragedy and whose life suddenly came to a halt, and the young siblings “Naoki” and “Kozue” set off on a long journey together as they search for life’s light 〈Eureka〉.
| Joo Seong-cheol
[Interview] “Who Do You Build for?” Director Lim Pil-seong, Part ② of “How to Become a Landlord in the Republic of Korea”

[Interview] “Who Do You Build for?” Director Lim Pil-seong, Part ② of “How to Become a Landlord in the Republic of Korea”

Last weekend, the show reached episode 8 and is now past the midpoint of its 12-episode run.
▶ 〈How to Become a Landlord〉 The interview with Director Im Pil-seong continues from Part 1. After episode 7, it felt like the ending was shaped by the director’s point of view. But it’s pretty rare for both the writer and the director to be making a drama together for the first time.
| Cineplay
The Energy of Contemporary Japanese Independent Films at a Glance…2026 Japan Movie Festival Official Poster Released

The Energy of Contemporary Japanese Independent Films at a Glance…2026 Japan Movie Festival Official Poster Released

Co-hosted by the Japan Foundation Seoul Cultural Center and Etnine Film, the festival will be held from March 20 to 29. Screening a total of 7 films including 6 latest Japanese independent films and 'Ryuichi Sakamoto: Diary' set to release in April. The intense visuals featuring a diverse array of human figures and striking red typography heighten anticipation.
The 2026 Japan Movie Festival 'Login_Japanese Indie Cinema' has unveiled its official poster and is ready to kick off. The 2026 Japan Movie Festival 'Login_Japanese Indie Cinema', co-hosted by the Japan Foundation Seoul Cultural Center and Etnine Film, will screen a total of 7 films from Friday,...
| Seongchan Eol

"The Tragedy Behind the Screen"... 70% of Women in Japanese Broadcasting Industry Are in a Sexual Harassment Blind Spot

Asahi Shimbun Report... University of Tokyo Professor Team Releases Survey Results on Current and Former Broadcasters From Coercion of Sexual Relations to the Use of 'Entertainment Staff'... The Ugly Reality of Broadcasting Stations That Claim Public Interest 39 Victims Shockingly Confess "I Thought About Suicide"... The Issue of Sexual Exploitation in the Japanese Entertainment Industry Causes a Stir
The Japanese broadcasting industry is suffering from serious human rights violations and sexual crimes hidden behind its glamorous screen. A shocking survey result has emerged showing that 7 out of 10 female employees in broadcasting stations, which are supposed to uphold public interest, have...
| Yangsimoh