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The Sejong Center’s First Grand Opera: Puccini’s ‘Turandot’…Tenor SeokJong Baek Makes His Korean Debut

The Sejong Center’s First Grand Opera: Puccini’s ‘Turandot’…Tenor SeokJong Baek Makes His Korean Debut

Puccini Masterpiece Marks 100 Years Since Its Premiere; Maestro Roberto Abbado Conducts, with World-Class Tenor SeokJong Baek Debuting on Stage
'The Sejong Center for the Performing Arts' returns in full splendor to the opera theater— 'Puccini''s masterwork, 'Turandot'. This summer, an impressive mise-en-scène crafted by world-leading tenor 'SeokJong Baek', soprano 'Ewa Plonka', and maestro 'Roberto Abbado' will take over the stage.
| James choi

"Breeze" Spin-Off Film "Jjangu" Opens April 22... Director Jang Hang-jun, the 10-Million Viewer Director, Joins for Mega Talk

A story of Jjangu’s dream of becoming an actor—starring Jung Woo—opens April 22 with director Jang Hang-jun as a special guest for the Mega Talk Starting with the 25th and 26th, then also May 1st and 2nd, they’ll visit theaters across weekends for a nonstop series of live stages, communicating directly with audiences All main cast members gather, including Jung Woo, Sin Seung-ho, Jeong Soo-jung, and Hyun Bong-sik... For the detailed schedule, check the distributor’s official SNS, etc.
The film 〈Jjangu〉 is a work that tells the untold story of the past cult hit movie 〈Breeze〉, portraying the drama of 〈Jjangu〉 as he faces endless auditions, confronts difficulties, and keeps moving forward. Ahead of its April 22 release, 〈Jjangu〉 unveiled a variety of GV schedules to be held after...
| Seongchan Eol
Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

Korean Film Archive Marks Hong Sang-soo Director’s Debut 30th Anniversary with Curated Exhibition “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction”

From May 2 to June 13, the “KOFA Cinematheque” at Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul will screen all 34 films by director Hong Sang-soo. Featuring alternating chronological and reverse-chronological screenings from his debut works to his newest releases, viewers can experience the director’s signature “variations” aesthetics. Rich supporting events include a talk with the director of the Harvard Film Archive, a cinematography master class, and conversations with the audience.
The Korean Film Archive has announced a retrospective of all works by director Hong Sang-soo.The Korean Film Archive said it will hold a special exhibition spotlighting director Hong Sang-soo’s debut 30th anniversary, titled “Hong Sang-soo: A Retrospective of All Works—Introduction,” at the KOFA...
| Seongchan Eol
Behold, this is Nintendo-style fan service… “Super Mario Galaxy” review (+ post-credits stinger)

Behold, this is Nintendo-style fan service… “Super Mario Galaxy” review (+ post-credits stinger)

Before it even landed in Korea, it was already sweeping the world. 〈Super Mario Galaxy〉, releasing on April 29, is ready to write another box-office hit record following the 2023 predecessor 〈The Super Mario Bros. 〉.
| Seongchan Eol
Why Is the Title “Renoir”? Director Chie Hayakawa Shares Her First Impressions of Visiting Korea!

Why Is the Title “Renoir”? Director Chie Hayakawa Shares Her First Impressions of Visiting Korea!

“It’s Okay to Misunderstand”—A Request for Free Interpretation… Meeting Korean Audiences for 2 Nights and 3 Days Starting the 23rd
The film is an entry in the main competition at the 78th Cannes Film Festival and director Chie Hayakawa’s new work, 〈Renoir〉, is raising anticipation by delivering the director’s intentions behind its distinctive title along with news of her visit to Korea.
| Chua-young
Jennifer Lopez × Diego Luna ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ to Release on April 27

Jennifer Lopez × Diego Luna ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ to Release on April 27

A Sensual Touch by Bill Condon, Director of ‘The Greatest Showman’… A Deadly Fantasy Blooming Inside Prison
Musical film 〈Kiss of the Spider Woman〉, drawing attention for bringing together top-tier Hollywood stars including Jennifer Lopez and Diego Luna, has confirmed its April 27 release and has just unveiled the main poster and trailer.
| Chua-young
“Salmokji” Craze Takes Over College Campuses! Horror Fan Art Goes Viral

“Salmokji” Craze Takes Over College Campuses! Horror Fan Art Goes Viral

Colleges’ horror clubs get high praise… “It’s so immersive I can’t even reach for the popcorn”—vivid firsthand reviews
A film titled 〈Salmokji〉, which has been building overwhelming box-office momentum since it surpassed its break-even point within seven days of release, has proven that it’s striking a chord with the “Z generation” centered around college campuses.
| Chua-young
President Lee Jae-myung Watches “My Name Is” and Calls for Abolishing the Statute of Limitations on State Violence…

President Lee Jae-myung Watches “My Name Is” and Calls for Abolishing the Statute of Limitations on State Violence…

President Lee Jae-myung urges a serious push to abolish the statute of limitations for crimes of state violence that violate human rights, and to uncover responsibility permanently, as he watches “My Name Is,” which addresses Jeju 4·3.
President Lee Jae-myung watches the film “My Name Is” about Jeju 4·3—and calls for abolishing the statute of limitations on state violence that violates human rightsPresident Lee Jae-myung and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung sit with 165 citizens—sharing the message beyond the usual distance of...
| James choi
Uncovering Time That Shouldn’t Be Buried Again: Movies to Watch Like “My Name Is”

Uncovering Time That Shouldn’t Be Buried Again: Movies to Watch Like “My Name Is”

There are stories we try to bury—but we shouldn’t. And there is a director who makes sure to pull such stories back up, rekindling the public’s memory. The director for 〈My Name Is〉, releasing on April 15, is Director Jeong Ji-young.
| Seongchan Eol
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.
| Joo Seong-cheol