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So, How Scary Is It? “Salmokji” — Seen in Advance at a Press Screening

So, How Scary Is It? “Salmokji” — Seen in Advance at a Press Screening

After a long while, a horror film that still has bite has arrived. If, while watching a horror movie, you find yourself thinking, “Ugh, come on,” then that’s basically the end of it. If the emptiness at the finish of something eerie arrives and the fear doesn’t quite live up to expectations, all...
'The Ultimate Duo': A Detective Revisit That’s Earned Its Charm—But Not Everyone Will Enjoy This Complicated Feeling

'The Ultimate Duo': A Detective Revisit That’s Earned Its Charm—But Not Everyone Will Enjoy This Complicated Feeling

After spending a long time waiting with audiences to see the "ultimate showdown," 〈The Ultimate Duo〉 opens on April 2. Veteran detective Seo Jae-hyeok (Bae Seong-woo), who discovers new leads in a case that has already been closed, teams up with rookie detective Kim Jung-ho to solve the mystery.
“Yeon-jigu” In-Depth Review ② : A Touching Moment When Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Maggie Cheung Were Playing Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai in “The Butterfly Lovers”

“Yeon-jigu” In-Depth Review ② : A Touching Moment When Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Maggie Cheung Were Playing Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai in “The Butterfly Lovers”

〈Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai〉 are also known as the “Chinese version of 〈Romeo and Juliet〉,” but they are also the original inspiration for 〈Forbidden Love〉 (1994) starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Yu Wen-yi.
※ 〈Yeon-jigu〉 In-Depth Review continues from the first article. The final third act is 〈Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai〉, a Yue Opera performance that Huayeh watches on the street. Director Yihanxang made a film adaptation of this story in 1962, and it became a huge hit.
‘Yeonjigu’ In-Depth Review ①: The First Glance That Hooked Me—‘Guest-Trip Autumn Regret’ Sung by Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Anita Mui

‘Yeonjigu’ In-Depth Review ①: The First Glance That Hooked Me—‘Guest-Trip Autumn Regret’ Sung by Tony Leung Chiu-wai and Anita Mui

Yeo-hua dresses in menswear and sings “Guest-Trip Autumn Regret” (客途秋恨), and Zhenfang, who arrives late to the drinking gathering, is instantly captivated by what he sees.
〈Injigu〉(1987) lived in Korea for a long time under the title 〈Injigu〉. This all started when the journalist who first introduced the film mistook the Chinese characters and wrote 〈Injigu〉; afterward, other outlets copied it as well. Even action star Donnie Yen (甄子丹) went through something similar.
[First Reactions to the Press Screening] Cineplay Journalists’ Star Ratings for “Salmokji”

[First Reactions to the Press Screening] Cineplay Journalists’ Star Ratings for “Salmokji”

[First Reactions to the Press Screening]Set to be released on April 8 , 〈Salmokji〉 is a horror film in which a filming crew heads to a reservoir for a reshoot after an unidentified shape appears on the “Salmokji” road view—only to confront something in the black, deep water.
Director Jang Hang-jun, Ahead of 10 Million Viewers for 'The King's Affection', Shares Thoughts...

Director Jang Hang-jun, Ahead of 10 Million Viewers for 'The King's Affection', Shares Thoughts... "An Unimaginable Situation, Happy but Cautious"

"I was moved by the review that says, 'Entering as an audience and coming out as a citizen'... Considering the next project while preparing for the Jecheon International Music & Film Festival"
As the movie 〈The King's Affection〉is on the verge of surpassing 10 million viewers, director Jang Hang-jun expressed his joy and gratitude.⬦ "Unimaginable 10 million... Happy but cautious" Director Jang Hang-jun's honest and humble reflectionsOn the 6th, through the distributor Showbox, director...
The Magic of Choi Woo-shik, the Youth Who Makes Fantasy Real, 'Number One' Choi Woo-shik② “Everyone loves my unassuming face, allowing me to grow with the character”

The Magic of Choi Woo-shik, the Youth Who Makes Fantasy Real, 'Number One' Choi Woo-shik② “Everyone loves my unassuming face, allowing me to grow with the character”

▶ 〈Number One〉 Actor Choi Woo-shik Interview Continues Part 1. 〈Number One〉 is a film where dialogue is important, but there are many significant eating scenes. Local foods from Busan, like pickled perilla leaves and beef radish soup, also appear.
Korean-German Association Selects '2025 Independent Film of the Year' '3rd Year, 2nd Semester' & 'Independent Filmmaker of the Year' Director Jung Yoon-seok

Korean-German Association Selects '2025 Independent Film of the Year' '3rd Year, 2nd Semester' & 'Independent Filmmaker of the Year' Director Jung Yoon-seok

Director Jung Yoon-seok, selected for capturing the realities of youth labor in 〈3rd Year, 2nd Semester〉
The Korean Independent Film Association (hereinafter referred to as KIFA) has announced the selection of Lee Ran-hee's 〈3rd Year, 2nd Semester〉 as the '2025 Independent Film of the Year' and Director Jung Yoon-seok as the '2025 Independent Filmmaker of the Year', reflecting on the valuable...
Heo Kwang-han Stars in 'Time Travel Tale' Receives Rave Reviews Upon Release!

Heo Kwang-han Stars in 'Time Travel Tale' Receives Rave Reviews Upon Release!

The 'Heo Kwang-han Character Making Video' Showcasing His Mature Charm is Released!
The fantasy romance film 〈Time Travel Tale〉, starring Taiwanese actor Heo Kwang-han, premiered on the 28th and has begun its box office journey with explosive praise from audiences.〈Time Travel Tale〉 depicts the fateful love between two individuals who meet in a world where a day flows like a year...
[Statement] Position of the Film Import and Distribution Association Regarding Fraudulent 'Review Part-Time Job' Impersonation

[Statement] Position of the Film Import and Distribution Association Regarding Fraudulent 'Review Part-Time Job' Impersonation

This is a clear impersonation crime completely unrelated to the association and all member companies, and the association and its members do not request individuals to purchase movie tickets, make advance payments, or pay fees under any circumstances.
The Film Import and Distribution Association (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Association’) officially states its position regarding the recent confirmation of numerous cases of impersonation fraud, commonly known as ‘movie review part-time job’ scams, using the name of the association and its...