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[Joo Sung-chul's Locker] What Are the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in 'Warfare' and 'The Hurt Locker'?
I am drawn to objects in movies. I find myself wondering why the director, cinematographer, production designer or actor put that particular object in front of the camera. 'Joo Sung-chul's Locker' records the objects in movies that quietly catch my eye.
“The rush of battle is often a potent and lethal addiction, for war is a drug.” The Hurt Locker (2009), which won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture, opens with that title card. Director Kathryn Bigelow drew the quotation from War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning, a 2002 nonfiction book by...
'2026 Busan Biennale' spotlights Venice Biennale standout—with a twist on its 16,000-won admission fee
Held through Nov. 1 under the theme 'Dissident Chorus,' the exhibition spans three venues, including the Busan Museum of Contemporary Art, and showcases a range of genres.
Opening June 29 with 46 artists from 22 countries; two venues on Yeongdo and at a former high school will be entirely free The global art world is turning its attention to Busan once again. The '2026 Busan Biennale' will open in grand fashion on June 29, bringing together 46 artists from 22...
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[Photos &] "That Han So-hee?" Even Choi Min-sik Is Surprised by Their Meeting — Korean Version of 'The Intern' Brings 37-Year Veteran and 10 Billion-Won CEO Together at Production Briefing
A remake of a Hollywood classic, the film opens next month on the 16th, promising a fresh acting ensemble that transcends generational conflict.
Actors 'Choi Min-sik' and 'Han So-hee' have teamed up for the Korean remake of the Hollywood classic 'The Intern'. Their meeting promises a fresh ensemble that could surpass the original, and the film will be unveiled in theaters next month on the 16th.
Director behind 3.4 million-ticket hit 'Begin Again' returns with 'Sing Again,' a plagiarism drama opening on the 2nd of next month
The film stars Paul Rudd of 'Ant-Man' and Nick Jonas in a dispute over ownership of a song between an unknown singer and a pop star
John Carney returns with 'Sing Again,' a stolen masterpiece following his 3. 4 million-ticket hit A strange night between an unknown band and a pop star — and a stolen masterpiece John Carney, director of 'Begin Again', which captivated 3.
Musical star Yang Jun-mo makes new start after 2023 divorce, to become a parent with Yang Ji-won next year
Eight-year age-gap musical theater-and-idol couple emerges as Yang Jun-mo moves up ceremony planned for early next year after Yang Ji-won announces pregnancy
Meeting of the star of 'Hero' and Spica member marks second act of life with a new baby Yang Jun-mo, 46, a leading actor on the musical stage, and Yang Ji-won, 38, a former member of girl group Spica, are opening a new chapter in their lives as a married couple.
“Want me to sharpen a knife for you?” JTBC’s ‘Divorce Camp’ hit with adults-only sanction
Husband’s suicide goading and violent scenes aired unfiltered; BMC votes formal sanction, ‘caution’
JTBC’s ‘Divorce Camp’ let suicide goading air unchecked — then got hit with an adults-only sanction BMC votes formal sanction, ‘caution,’ on the 24th; 13 highly deceptive infomercials also sanctioned Provocative production crossed the line — and then some — in a stern warning from regulators JTBC’s...
Jennie evokes a masterpiece heroine in 'Fallen Angel' physical EP, unveils exclusive new song 'Face'
Physical EP preorders begin at 11 a.m. on the 26th, with the full six-song tracklist unveiled
Three physical album-only tracks, including 'sweettooth' and 'Face,' personally selected by Jennie for her fans
Concept photos spotlight a striking contrast of colors as Jennie ramps up her solo activities following the digital EP's advance release on the 28th
Global artist BLACKPINK member Jennie announced the release of her physical EP 〈Fallen Angel〉, featuring special exclusive tracks for fans, and unveiled concept photos boasting visuals reminiscent of an awe-inspiring masterpiece.
BTOB’s Lee Chang-sub teams up with Yoon Jong-shin for new song ‘Love Again?’ on the 25th
Yoon Jong-shin-produced traditional ballad set for release; large-scale solo concert scheduled for Oct. 9-11
Large-scale solo concert ‘Unknown’ set for Oct. 9-11 as Lee Chang-sub takes aim at the fall music market Powerhouse collaboration between two of the music industry’s leading masters of emotion Lee Chang-sub of BTOB is teaming up with leading music producer Yoon Jong-shin to tap into listeners’...
Sam Smith takes on co-producer role for first time with fifth album reflecting life changes, including engagement to same-sex partner
New album 'Hazel Eyes,' featuring 12 tracks, arrives on the 21st, followed by a music video for a new song on the 22nd
Polished pop album reflects turning points including move to New York and engagement British singer-songwriter 'Sam Smith' released the 12-track fifth studio album 'Hazel Eyes' on the 21st. The album is a masterful work on which Smith took the reins creatively and raised the bar for its overall...