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A Glimpse Into the Visionary Worlds of Master Filmmakers! The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Announces 11 Titles for the Masters Section

A Glimpse Into the Visionary Worlds of Master Filmmakers! The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Announces 11 Titles for the Masters Section

The Masters section lineup has been announced, spotlighting new works by world-renowned auteurs who have helped shape film culture. A strong lineup of fresh films from acclaimed directors, including Chai Ming-liang, Zhang Lu, Radu Jude, Hitta Azevedo Gomes, and more. Anticipation is growing for a vibrant film festival in Jeonju from April 29 to May 8.
With the festival opening just around the corner, the Jeonju International Film Festival has revealed the titles in its Masters section. Celebrating its 27th edition, the Jeonju International Film Festival unveiled the Masters section titles on March 24.
A Historic Comeback Moment Shaped by BTS and Netflix… Pre-Show Media Briefing at the Scene for “BTS Comeback Live: Arirang”

A Historic Comeback Moment Shaped by BTS and Netflix… Pre-Show Media Briefing at the Scene for “BTS Comeback Live: Arirang”

For the first time in four years, BTS returns as a full group and unveils the first live performance of their new song “Arirang” at Gwanghwamun, Korea’s iconic landmark—bringing it to the world for the first time. Netflix confirmed it will stream live in more than 190 countries, delivering a shared, simultaneous experience with the “Biggest Viewing Party on Earth.” Through close collaboration between HYBE and Netflix, the show will highlight harmony between tradition and modernity—previewing a cultural event that reflects the reach and stature of K-culture.
An unprecedented event is taking place in Korea—right in the heart of Seoul. BTS , who released a new album for the first time in four years, will present a live performance alongside Netflix at Seoul’s Gwanghwamun.
Russia Raises Objection to Oscar Win of Documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin'... Claims Procedural Violations and Exploitation of Children

Russia Raises Objection to Oscar Win of Documentary 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin'... Claims Procedural Violations and Exploitation of Children

Targeting the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature at the 98th Academy Awards 'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' Russian Human Rights Commission Requests Investigation from Academy and UNESCO for the Commercial Use of Footage of Children Without Parental Consent A work exposing the glorification of war in Russian schools... Director Says, 'At This Moment, There Are Countries Where Bombs Are Falling Instead of Stars'
The Russian government has officially protested against the anti-war film that won the Best Documentary Feature award at this year's Academy Awards, raising concerns about child rights protection. This is interpreted as an intention to undermine the award's significance by disputing the film's...
Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

Film Alliance Declares Full Boycott of 'Seoul Film Center'... Return to Original Plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque'!

On the 5th, the Film Alliance issued a statement strongly urging the immediate return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the prompt establishment of a public forum.
The Film Alliance (co-representatives Baek Jae-ho and Lee Dong-ha) issued a statement on the 5th, declaring a full boycott of any cooperation with the current operation system of 'Seoul Film Center' and strongly urging the return to the original plan of 'Seoul Cinematheque' and the immediate...
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[Culture&] "Seventeen and Aespa Photo Theft" Illegal Goods Company Receives First Correction Order

Ive, Rise, and 6 Other Groups Affected… Intellectual Property Office "Order to Destroy All, 20 Million Won Fine for Non-Compliance"
Companies selling "unofficial goods" that illegally used the photos and names of popular idol groups like Seventeen and Aespa are facing strong government sanctions. The Intellectual Property Office announced on the 5th that it has issued the first-ever correction order against four companies that...
'The King and the Man' Ten Million Secrets, Outside the Winner's Sentence

'The King and the Man' Ten Million Secrets, Outside the Winner's Sentence

What the movie touches is the outside of the sentences in history books. It imaginatively restores the time when Danjong shone as the most kingly existence for a brief moment.
History is usually left as the sentences of the winners. The lives of the losers are condensed into a few lines of records. Danjong has also been remembered that way. The deposed young king, the exiled boy, the unfortunate monarch who ultimately perished.
[Photo &] 76th Berlin International Film Festival Closing, Golden Bear 'Yellow Letters'...

[Photo &] 76th Berlin International Film Festival Closing, Golden Bear 'Yellow Letters'... "Let's Fight the Dictators"

Second Silver Bear for 'Zandra Wheeler'... Amid Controversy Over Wim Wenders' Remarks, Reaffirming the Identity of "Film is Politics"
The 76th Berlin International Film Festival once again proved its identity as a 'political film festival'. The highest honor of the year, the Golden Bear, went to Turkish-German director İlker Çatak for 'Yellow Letters'.
Song Ga-in's LA Concert Postponed Due to Visa Issues... Trump-era Visa Policies Disrupting US Performances

Song Ga-in's LA Concert Postponed Due to Visa Issues... Trump-era Visa Policies Disrupting US Performances

LA Pechanga Theater Concert Canceled... Woongsan, Jaurim, and Kim Chang-ok Facing Similar Issues, A Direct Hit from Trump Administration's Immigration Policies
It has been revealed that singer Song Ga-in's concert scheduled for this month in Los Angeles has been postponed due to delays in visa issuance. This clearly shows the current situation where the recent strict immigration policies of the US government are hindering global popular culture exchanges.
‘Sugar’ National Assembly Screening Successfully Concludes and Relay Miracle Screening Brings Warm Touching Waves!

‘Sugar’ National Assembly Screening Successfully Concludes and Relay Miracle Screening Brings Warm Touching Waves!

On the 12th (Thursday), a Miracle Screening hosted by the film's stars Choi Ji-woo, Min Jin-woong, and Ko Dong-ha was held at CGV Ilsan.
The film 〈Sugar〉 announced that the relay ‘Miracle Screening’ held on the 10th and 11th and the ‘Screening and Public Talk’ held at the National Assembly concluded successfully amidst the warm empathy of the audience.
Seoul Becomes a 'BTS Theme Park'... 'BTS The City Arirang Seoul' Opens on March 20

Seoul Becomes a 'BTS Theme Park'... 'BTS The City Arirang Seoul' Opens on March 20

From Sungnyemun and Seoul Tower Media Facades to Han River Park Experiences... Events to Celebrate the Album Release Will Take Place Across Seoul Until April 12
In celebration of the release of BTS's fifth studio album, all of Seoul will be transformed into a large-scale cultural festival space.Big Hit Music announced on the 6th that from March 20, the release date of BTS's fifth studio album 'Arirang' , until April 12, 'BTS The City Arirang Seoul' (BTS...