LoginSign up
My PageLog out
Cineplay

Find your next favorite work.

Search results for "YU"

[Box Office] 'Chiikawa the Movie' syndrome takes holiday No. 1 by just 215 viewers; 'Assassins' hits 3 million

[Box Office] 'Chiikawa the Movie' syndrome takes holiday No. 1 by just 215 viewers; 'Assassins' hits 3 million

'Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island' proves its staying power by surpassing 1.28 million viewers, while No. 2 'Assassins' reaches the 3 million mark
The power of a singular universe drives the 'Chiikawa' syndrome The animated film 'Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island' edged out director Heo Jin-ho's blockbuster 'Assassins' by an exceptionally narrow margin over the Hangul Day holiday weekend to take the top spot at the box office.
| James choi
The 37th Singapore International Film Festival Confirms ‘The Assassins’ as Opening Film

The 37th Singapore International Film Festival Confirms ‘The Assassins’ as Opening Film

SGIFF, citing respect for the filmmakers’ creative vision, confirms festival screening for Nov. 21
SGIFF stands by creative vision amid controversy over historical distortion The Singapore International Film Festival will screen “The Assassins”, directed by Hur Jin-ho, as the opening film of its 37th edition as scheduled.
| James choi
[On the Ground at BIFF] “Art Is Art”: Zhang Yimou Breaks Silence on Historical Controversy Over “Assassins”; Top Asian Film to Be Named on 15th

[On the Ground at BIFF] “Art Is Art”: Zhang Yimou Breaks Silence on Historical Controversy Over “Assassins”; Top Asian Film to Be Named on 15th

Director Jung Juri shares concerns that creators could be intimidated; the 31st Busan International Film Festival jury will select South Korea’s Academy submission from 13 competition entries
Director “Zhang Yimou”, the Chinese cinema master serving as jury president for this year’s 31st Busan International Film Festival competition, has firmly stated his position on the controversy over historical distortion surrounding “Assassins”, a film that has recently stirred South Korea’s movie...
| James choi
52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival Announces Films Selected for Main Competition and New Currents

52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival Announces Films Selected for Main Competition and New Currents

The 52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival will take place for 10 days, from Nov. 25 (Wednesday) through Dec. 4 (Friday), at CGV Apgujeong and CGV Cheongdam Cine City.
Seoul Independent Film Festival 2026, a showcase celebrating the year in independent cinema, has announced the films selected for its Main Short and Feature Competition and New Currents sections. The 52nd Seoul Independent Film Festival received 1,917 submissions for this year's open call — 1,715...
| Joo Seong-cheol
31st Busan International Film Festival opens today with 93 world premieres, bringing Asia’s biggest film celebration and global auteurs and stars to Busan

31st Busan International Film Festival opens today with 93 world premieres, bringing Asia’s biggest film celebration and global auteurs and stars to Busan

A 10-day run through the 15th features 247 officially invited films from 59 countries, including 93 world premieres
Ten days of cinema, with masters and stars creating an overwhelming film paradise The 31st Busan International Film Festival, the heart of Asia’s cinema scene, is set to make a spectacular return. The festival will open at 6 p. m.
| James choi
[Box Office] 'Assassins' surpasses 2.41 million viewers, tops holiday weekend despite boycott

[Box Office] 'Assassins' surpasses 2.41 million viewers, tops holiday weekend despite boycott

The film draws 590,000 viewers over National Foundation Day holiday weekend as government and film industry unite in calling for tough action against threats to actor
Box-office strength breaks through 'historical distortion' attacks as ideological conflict intensifies Director Hur Jin-ho's 'Assassins' completely dominated South Korea's theaters over the National Foundation Day holiday weekend despite fierce political controversy.
| James choi
Backlash over historical distortion claims surrounding 'Assassins' … conservative group announces rally outside Yoo Hae-jin's home

Backlash over historical distortion claims surrounding 'Assassins' … conservative group announces rally outside Yoo Hae-jin's home

The conservative film's lead actor, Yoo Hae-jin, is the target of a monthlong daily rally planned outside his Seongbuk-gu home New Liberty Solidarity calls for him to appear in right-wing films to promote political balance and plans to deploy sound equipment The Korean Film Producers Association issues a statement expressing concern over excessive attacks on filmmakers as the movie surpasses 1.82 million admissions
New Liberty Solidarity, a conservative civic group, will hold a rally outside the home of Yoo Hae-jin, the lead actor in 〈Assassins〉, a film that has drawn allegations of historical distortion. New Liberty Solidarity said Tuesday that it had notified police of plans to hold a rally every day from...
| Seongchan Eol
Interview: Lee Hwi-hyang on ‘Family Trip,’ Her First Film Lead in 44 Years: ‘It’s Embarrassing to Hear’

Interview: Lee Hwi-hyang on ‘Family Trip,’ Her First Film Lead in 44 Years: ‘It’s Embarrassing to Hear’

In 〈Family Trip〉, the story opens when a granddaughter who has never had full-fledged work experience asks her grandmother, who is nearing the end of her life, a blunt question: "Grandma, how long do people have to suffer.
| Joo Seong-cheol
'Seoul Indie Music Festa' to feature 14 acts, including Broccoli You Too, along the Han River this fall

'Seoul Indie Music Festa' to feature 14 acts, including Broccoli You Too, along the Han River this fall

The festival will be held at Mangwon Hangang Park on the 3rd and 4th, with a limited-edition LP market and Korean-Japanese exchange performances confirmed
Fourteen acts bring a diverse range of sounds to the Han River as indie music seeks independence and growth The '2026 Seoul Indie Music Festa Label Market & Showcase' (hereafter, 'Seoul Indie Music Festa'), offering a comprehensive look at the current state and future of South Korea's indie music...
| James choi
Disney+’s ‘Made in Korea 2’: Seo Eun-soo reflects on finale — “Three years with Oh Ye-jin were a time of learning”

Disney+’s ‘Made in Korea 2’: Seo Eun-soo reflects on finale — “Three years with Oh Ye-jin were a time of learning”

From investigator to principled prosecutor: Seo Eun-soo’s character matures, with a new role in tvN’s ‘Gift’ ahead
Actor Seo Eun-soo shared a heartfelt reflection as Disney+ original series 〈Made in Korea Season 2〉, directed by Woo Min-ho, came to an end. 〈Made in Korea Season 2〉 is a noir drama depicting Baek Ki-tae’s perilous journey as he spirals toward greater ambitions nine years later.
| Kim Ji-yeon