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[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Colony〉: ‘I Drew Inspiration From the Extreme Game Mechanics of Escape Rooms and the Operating Principles of AI’

[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Colony〉: ‘I Drew Inspiration From the Extreme Game Mechanics of Escape Rooms and the Operating Principles of AI’

Yeon Sang-ho has done it again. Released on May 22, 〈Colony〉 passed 2 million viewers in its opening week. The overseas response has been as strong as the domestic reaction: advance international sales have already generated significant revenue, and in Malaysia the film ranked third among all...
Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ Wins in 44 Categories at 44 Overseas Film Festivals and Awards, Raising Anticipation for Its Release!

Timothée Chalamet’s ‘Marty Supreme’ Wins in 44 Categories at 44 Overseas Film Festivals and Awards, Raising Anticipation for Its Release!

Josh Safdie’s new film depicts the ambition of a young man who barrels forward with table tennis as the steppingstone for a life-changing comeback.
When it was released overseas, ‘Marty Supreme’ rose to the shortlist in 287 categories at major film festivals and award ceremonies, winning in 44 categories, proving its outstanding cinematic quality. It is a bold, high-energy film that follows Marty Mauzer, a man consumed by a dream that no one...
'Supergirl' Jason Momoa Bets on 'Robo' Again, the Universe’s Ultimate Bounty Hunter—A New “Life Character” Moment!

'Supergirl' Jason Momoa Bets on 'Robo' Again, the Universe’s Ultimate Bounty Hunter—A New “Life Character” Moment!

He plays the infamous bounty hunter and first appeared in DC Comics’ 'Omega Men #3,' published in 1983.
After drawing 5 million viewers in South Korea in 2018 and sparking a sensation with the blockbuster 〈Aquaman〉, actor Jason Momoa, who won big love as “Aquaman,” is now set for a special transformation. Through 〈Supergirl〉, he takes on DC’s flagship antihero “Robo.
200-plus Countries Pre-Sales “Hope” Behind-the-Scenes Stills Unveiled From Cannes

200-plus Countries Pre-Sales “Hope” Behind-the-Scenes Stills Unveiled From Cannes

In the competition section at the Cannes Film Festival, 〈​Hope​〉—a Korean film making its first foray in four years—will meet audiences in theaters this summer.
The behind-the-scenes stills unveiled this time capture the special ensemble of the stars of 〈​Hope​〉—Director Na Hong-jin, along with Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael Fassbender, Alicia Vikander and Taylor Russell—who took part in the Cannes Film Festival.
Lee Dong-wook Returns to ‘Killers Shopping Mall 2’ in July on Disney+

Lee Dong-wook Returns to ‘Killers Shopping Mall 2’ in July on Disney+

Lee Dong-wook’s comeback after he was thought to be dead. The curtain rises on a full-scale counterattack with Kim Hye-jun, now the new head of the shopping mall.
A return of the well-made action thriller that shook the world, opening the door to JulyDisney+ original series 'Killers Shopping Mall' finally lifts the curtain and returns with an even more lethal 'Season 2'. In July, a massive opening will ignite audiences’ adrenaline around the world.
[Holiday Movie Lineup] Jun Ji-hyun and Yeon Sang-ho’s “Kundo” Tops 1 Million in 4 Days—Fastest Record This Year

[Holiday Movie Lineup] Jun Ji-hyun and Yeon Sang-ho’s “Kundo” Tops 1 Million in 4 Days—Fastest Record This Year

The electrical film “Michael” also clears the 1 million mark, creating a double-hit box-office surge
A new box-office paradigm for the Korean film industry, the overwhelming run of “Kundo”Director Yeon Sang-ho’s distinct dystopian universe and the inimitable grip of Jun Ji-hyun have given rise to a new chapter in K-zombies.
[Photo &] Breaks Cannes’ selfie ban… Meta AI smart glasses create a stir as the Meta House fills up with visitors

[Photo &] Breaks Cannes’ selfie ban… Meta AI smart glasses create a stir as the Meta House fills up with visitors

Shoot the red carpet in a first-person POV without a smartphone… Crowds of viewers pack the “Meta House” experience, complete with real-time translation.
Cannes has, since 2018, banned all selfie (self-camera) photography on the red carpet. It’s because such behavior undermines the dignity and order of the process of heading to the Lumière Grand Theatre.At the time, Thierry Frémaux, the executive director, sharply criticized selfie shooting as...
Stephen Colbert Ends “The Late Show” as Pressure-Influence Controversy Mounts, Closing 33 Years

Stephen Colbert Ends “The Late Show” as Pressure-Influence Controversy Mounts, Closing 33 Years

The final episode airs on the night of the 21st… Tribute relay featuring entertainment titans such as Tom Hanks and Bruce Springsteen CBS claims “financial reasons,” but suspicions of outside pressure intensify over whether it drove Colbert out as a “Trump critic” Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon schedule “reruns” instead of airing live in a show of solidarity… The follow-up is Byron Allen’s comedy show
Legendary late-night talk show host Stephen Colbert (Stephen Colbert·62) — who helped lead a golden era for America’s late-night programs — has finally put down his microphone amid a sendoff from countless stars.
Paramount Unveils “Bong” Shaped Popcorn Tins for “Scary Movie 6,” Raising the Bar for Wild Merch That’s Got Theaters and Fans Reacting

Paramount Unveils “Bong” Shaped Popcorn Tins for “Scary Movie 6,” Raising the Bar for Wild Merch That’s Got Theaters and Fans Reacting

A daring design in the form of a glass water-pipe made for smoking… “A popcorn tin the theaters can’t handle” After noise-marketing rumors are swept aside, director Michael Tiddes personally signs off: “This is real!” North America release set for June 5… Wayan brothers, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall return as the franchise’s original lineup after 26 years
View this post on Instagram Shared post by Kode Abdo (@bosslogic) Ahead of its release, the legendary parody comedy franchise “Scary Movie 6” has unveiled game-changing merchandise that’s set to flip the theater scene on its head, sparking explosive reactions both online and offline.
[Seong Chan-eol's Comics] The extreme realism of 'Soohee0 (tngmlek0),' the webtoon that had readers saying, 'This author is clearly obsessed with streaming'

[Seong Chan-eol's Comics] The extreme realism of 'Soohee0 (tngmlek0),' the webtoon that had readers saying, 'This author is clearly obsessed with streaming'

I'm obsessed with subculture. I check out anything with fresh stories, settings, or characters — movies, webtoons, games, comics, animation. Having discovered fandom through comics, I became what I call an "e-adult" — an adult who reads printed comics via e-books and webtoons on my phone. But it's less fun alone. In this recurring column, Seong Chan-eol's Comics, I highlight works that are more enjoyable together from the perspective of a jack-of-all-fandoms — a fan with broad, eclectic tastes.
We live in an era where influencers rise and fall every day. The dramatic advancement of social media and live-streaming platforms has brought us to a point where audiences can choose the stars they want, rather than being handed manufactured celebrities.