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‘Love’s Hatchuping: The Legend of the Whale Jewel’ Opens Tomorrow, Tops Reservations Among Korean Films

‘Love’s Hatchuping: The Legend of the Whale Jewel’ Opens Tomorrow, Tops Reservations Among Korean Films

Surpasses 87,000 advance tickets a day before release, eclipsing the previous opening-day morning record of 81,577
One day before its release, the animated film 〈Love's Hatchuping: The Legend of the Whale Jewel〉 had sold more than 87,000 tickets in advance, pointing to a strong box-office debut. The distributor said on Aug. 4 that advance ticket sales had surpassed 87,000.
'Time Leaping Girl' Celebrates 20 Years With 4K and 4DX Re-Release in September—Mamoru Hosoda Masterpiece Returns

'Time Leaping Girl' Celebrates 20 Years With 4K and 4DX Re-Release in September—Mamoru Hosoda Masterpiece Returns

To mark the film’s 20th anniversary, a CGV-only re-release has been confirmed for September, along with a dynamic teaser poster A 4K remastered restoration brings back crisp image quality, and the domestic debut screening in the 4DX format maximizes immersion Meet Makoto’s time-leaping moment and the awkward feelings of youth again on the big screen
〈The Girl Who Leapt Through Time〉 returns with a special format designed to deepen audience immersion. Animated feature 〈The Girl Who Leapt Through Time〉 (hereafter 〈Time Leaping Girl〉) returns to Korean theaters this coming September to celebrate the film’s 20th anniversary.
Hanroro takes on the 30-year-old “Neon Genesis Evangelion” classic “Cruel Angel’s Thesis”… Can Taeyeon’s No. 7 surge carry over?

Hanroro takes on the 30-year-old “Neon Genesis Evangelion” classic “Cruel Angel’s Thesis”… Can Taeyeon’s No. 7 surge carry over?

As part of Gangnam’s “J-pop remake” project, the track drops at 6 p.m. on the 30th
“Neon Genesis Evangelion” myth reinterpreted, with “Hanroro” breathing life into a 30-year classicSinger-songwriter “Hanroro,” which has captured the indie scene with its unmistakable sensibility, is set to remake the J-pop legend “Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” a song that has been loved for 30 years, and...
'Robot Taekwon V' Marks 50 Years… Limited Release of 700,000 Nostalgic Tag-Style Stamps

'Robot Taekwon V' Marks 50 Years… Limited Release of 700,000 Nostalgic Tag-Style Stamps

The stamps go on official sale on the 29th, featuring key characters such as Huni and TinRobot to boost collecting value.
'Robot Taekwon V' 50 years of legacy brings back circular tag-style stamp issued to maximize collectible valueIn celebration of its 50th anniversary, 'Robot Taekwon V', a landmark work in South Korean animation, is returning as 'circular tag-style' commemorative stamps that strongly stir up...
'Moana' Star Katherine Lagaia Says She and Her Sisters Took Turns During Video Auditions

'Moana' Star Katherine Lagaia Says She and Her Sisters Took Turns During Video Auditions

The film opened at No. 1 in South Korea and North America and earned a 90% Rotten Tomatoes score, while Lagaia's video audition story with her sisters has sparked interest.
Disney's new live-action film 〈Moana〉 debuted at No. 1 at the South Korean and North American box offices over its opening weekend, as new details emerged about newcomer Katherine Lagaia's unusual audition for the title role.
[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] David’s Stone That Took Down Goliath, “David” All the Way Through

[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] David’s Stone That Took Down Goliath, “David” All the Way Through

I can’t help getting captivated by the objects in movies. I fall into deep thought over why, whether it’s the director, the cinematographer, the art director—or even the actor—someone felt compelled to place that particular item in front of the camera. “Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker” is a record of the movie objects that came down on my eyes like stepping onto a soft stair.
Is there anyone who doesn’t know David’s stone. The story of David and Goliath that is told in 〈Robot Taekwon V〉(1976), and 〈General Tolly〉, and the 〈Ureomei〉 series, and countless other children’s animations and feature films—was also made by director Kim Cheong-gi, known for creating them all.
Conan’s Thrilling Chase Against a Rampaging Black Motorcycle Steals the Spotlight in ‘Detective Conan: The Stranger from the Highway’ — Landing Aug. 12

Conan’s Thrilling Chase Against a Rampaging Black Motorcycle Steals the Spotlight in ‘Detective Conan: The Stranger from the Highway’ — Landing Aug. 12

In the new theater release ‘Detective Conan: The Stranger from the Highway,’ a wild pursuit erupts as an unidentified motorcycle rider races through the city The clear, refreshing main poster spotlights Chihaya’s presence and Conan’s intense magnetism A high-voltage storyline is set to unfold, intertwined with behind-the-scenes moments involving the late brother Kenji and Conan’s close friend, Matsuda
〈Detective Conan: The Stranger from the Highway〉 hits fan-hunting mode by unveiling its main poster and a trailer.A high-speed run chasing the mysterious rampage gang Lucifer The animated film 〈Detective Conan: The Stranger from the Highway〉, a new theatrical installment of 〈Detective Conan〉,...
Interview: Director Yu Eun-jeong Says the House in 〈Shadow Child〉 Was Designed by Kim Chung-up

Interview: Director Yu Eun-jeong Says the House in 〈Shadow Child〉 Was Designed by Kim Chung-up

※ 〈Shadow Child〉 director Yu Eun-jeong interview continues from Part 1. 〈Shadow Child〉 recalls your earlier film 〈The Night's Door Opens〉. Both films depict death as a dark realm, yet each also takes a fundamentally affirmative view of existence — I saw similar imagery running through both.
'Bleach' final arc 'Thousand-Year Blood War: The Blood Warfare' and debut-only CGV release for Episodes 1–3; advance ticket sales open

'Bleach' final arc 'Thousand-Year Blood War: The Blood Warfare' and debut-only CGV release for Episodes 1–3; advance ticket sales open

The final arc of the 'Bleach' anime series that will put a period on the franchise’s long journey premieres in theaters for a three-week run starting July 4 Tite Kubo, the original creator, provides direct supervision…A final war ahead that promises more detailed and polished execution than the source A battle of bloodshed spanning a thousand years between Shinigami and Quincy—and a fight for the fate of the three worlds—arrives exclusively through CGV-only theatrical release
A new series from the popular anime 〈Bleach〉 will be unveiled for the first time through CGV. 〈Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War: The Blood Warfare〉 is a follow-up season to the anime 〈Bleach Thousand-Year Blood War〉, which adapts the 'Thousand-Year Blood War' episode from the manga of the same name.
52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival Unveils Submission Schedule for Short and Feature Films, Kicking Off a Season of Independent Cinema

52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival Unveils Submission Schedule for Short and Feature Films, Kicking Off a Season of Independent Cinema

Submissions open for short and feature categories starting July 13, with a slate of films selected for main competition at the Seoul Independent Film Festival in November Building on the record-breaking 51st edition, the 52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival promises the largest-ever showcase of the present and future of Korean independent film After completion in August 2025, films of all types and genres—including live-action features, documentaries, and animation—are eligible
The Seoul Independent Film Festival has released its film submission schedule and begun preparations for the event. Seoul Independent Film Festival 2026, the largest independent film recap festival in South Korea, announced its submission schedule on June 22.