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Why Disney's Faithful Live-Action 'Moana' Is Falling Short of Expectations

Why Disney's Faithful Live-Action 'Moana' Is Falling Short of Expectations

Maui has returned to the screen. Disney's live-action 〈Moana〉 is a live-action film based on the studio's 2016 animated film of the same name. Following the original story—about the chief's daughter Moana and the demigod Maui restoring the Heart of Te Fiti—the live-action keeps that storyline...
'Bugonia,' Hollywood Remake of 'Save the Earth,' Nominated in 3 Categories at the Critics Choice Awards

'Bugonia,' Hollywood Remake of 'Save the Earth,' Nominated in 3 Categories at the Critics Choice Awards

A Hollywood remake of director Jang Joon-hwan's original film, it earned nominations for three awards, including best science fiction film, with Emma Stone starring.
The evolution of K-content hits the heart of Hollywood: 'Bugonia' dominates the Critics Choice AwardsA hidden masterpiece that once set screens across South Korea alight is now meeting Hollywood's massive capital and shaking up the global film world.
‘Hope’ Finally Meets Moviegoers. Here’s How Cineplay’s Critics Rated It

‘Hope’ Finally Meets Moviegoers. Here’s How Cineplay’s Critics Rated It

Advance bookings alone topped 600,000. That opening-day figure shows that 〈Hope〉 has become a national talking point, not just a movie-industry event. 〈Hope〉 is the new film from director Na Hong-jin, known for the tense, audacious intensity of 〈The Chaser〉, 〈The Yellow Sea〉 and 〈The Wailing〉.
Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

Critics’ harsh backlash can’t stop it—‘Michael’ clears $1 billion, topping Oppenheimer

‘Michael Jackson’ biopic ‘Michael’ crosses the $1 billion mark to claim the No. 1 spot in history As overwhelming audience support overturns reviewers’ scathing takes and takes over the Billboard charts
The return of the ‘King of Pop,’ and a $1 billion miracle that overwhelmed screens worldwideThe enduring ‘King of Pop’ Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ shone a light on the twists and turns of his life, establishing a new milestone for the global film industry by reaching the $1 billion mark in...
Queer Horror 'Leviticus' and Thriller 'Knock' Win Top Honors at Bucheon Film Festival (BIFAN)

Queer Horror 'Leviticus' and Thriller 'Knock' Win Top Honors at Bucheon Film Festival (BIFAN)

Queer horror 'Leviticus' and crime thriller 'Knock' were named best at the 30th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival The festival also revealed winners of the newly created AI film award
A film industry's paradigm shift for what's next — BIFAN's take on genre upheaval and an AI revolutionThe 30th edition of the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival — where the imaginations of 321 films from 50 countries across the world collided — has finally unveiled the faces set to write...
Na Hong-jin on the 10-Year Obsession Behind 〈Hope〉: Part 1

Na Hong-jin on the 10-Year Obsession Behind 〈Hope〉: Part 1

“All tragedy begins with perspective. ” Director Na Hong-jin wrote that line in the director's note for 〈Hope〉. On July 15, the director's new film 〈Hope〉, invited to compete in the competition section at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, is set for release.
‘Hope’ Surpasses 50% Total Pre-Sales Rate, Sending Ticket Sales Soaring! 4 Special-Viewing Posters Revealed!

‘Hope’ Surpasses 50% Total Pre-Sales Rate, Sending Ticket Sales Soaring! 4 Special-Viewing Posters Revealed!

With the film just one week away from release, it has swept aside not only existing movies in theaters but also upcoming new releases, widening the gap by more than double from 〈Moana〉, which sits in second place for pre-sales.
This summer, the movie 〈Hope〉, set to deliver the most cinematic experience at theaters, is continuing its momentum after its advance ticket sales rate broke through 50%. After ticket sales opened, 〈Hope〉 moved to No. 1 at the fastest pace of the year, locking in its lead with overwhelming figures.
Ryoo Seung-ryong-Ha Ji-won-Kim Si-a ‘Bikwang’ Set for Sept. 2 Release—Launch Posters and Teaser Revealed

Ryoo Seung-ryong-Ha Ji-won-Kim Si-a ‘Bikwang’ Set for Sept. 2 Release—Launch Posters and Teaser Revealed

Top-star couple Jung-gu (Ryoo Seung-ryong) and Nam-mi (Ha Ji-won) face a breakup after Jung-gu’s daughter, Dong-ju (Kim Si-a), suddenly appears, then—eight years later—get pulled into a shocking incident as they risk everything to save Dong-ju.
The movie ‘Bikwang’ is the heartfelt family chronicle directed by Lee Ji-won, in which Jung-gu (Ryoo Seung-ryong) and Nam-mi (Ha Ji-won)—a top-star couple—split up after Jung-gu’s daughter, Dong-ju (Kim Si-a), suddenly shows up, and then eight years later, Dong-ju becomes entangled in a shocking...
‘The Taste of Prison’ Starts Filming July 6! Lee Sun-bin, Park Ji-hwan, Bae Hyun-seong, Park Young-gyu, Jo Bok-rae, and More Revealed in Reading Still Photos!

‘The Taste of Prison’ Starts Filming July 6! Lee Sun-bin, Park Ji-hwan, Bae Hyun-seong, Park Young-gyu, Jo Bok-rae, and More Revealed in Reading Still Photos!

A comedy film about an A-list chef who ends up working in a prison kitchen and inmates who create mind-blowing dishes with recipes and ingredients no one could have imagined.
Comedy film ‘The Taste of Prison,’ which depicts a fun food reformation story in which a star chef, suddenly thrown into rock bottom and assigned to work in a prison kitchen, and inmates awaken their souls by making dishes with recipes and ingredients beyond imagination has confirmed the casting of...
Youn Yuh-jung Eyes an Emmy After Oscars Win… Named a Supporting Actress Contender for “Beef Season 2”

Youn Yuh-jung Eyes an Emmy After Oscars Win… Named a Supporting Actress Contender for “Beef Season 2”

As a couple’s chemistry starring Song Kang-ho draws buzz, could Youn Yuh-jung set a new record with an Oscar-to-Emmy win? “Beef Season 2,” directed by Lee Sung-jin, is up for Best Drama and acting awards including Best Supporting Actress
From Oscars to Emmys, Youn Yuh-jung’s unparalleled rise enthralls the world’Youn Yuh-jung'A leading figure representing Korea, actress ’Youn Yuh-jung' has firmly put her name forward for ’the Emmy Awards', the highest-profile honor in the U. S.