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Lee Hwi-hyang’s First Film Lead ‘Family Trip’ Holds Press Screening

Lee Hwi-hyang’s First Film Lead ‘Family Trip’ Holds Press Screening

The film 〈Family Trip〉, opening Sept. 30, held a press and distribution screening attended by co-directors Jeong Jong-seop and Kim Jeong-tae and lead actors Lee Hwi-hyang, Seo Young-hee, Nam Kyeong-eup and Hong Jeong-min.
One destination, five hidden agendas. 〈Family Trip〉, a road movie about a family closer to strangers than relatives, held a well-attended press and distribution screening at 4:30 p. m. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at Lotte Cinema Konkuk University Entrance.
‘Paradise Lost’ Director Yeon Sang-ho and ‘Look Back’ Director Kore-eda Hirokazu Talk in Toronto!

‘Paradise Lost’ Director Yeon Sang-ho and ‘Look Back’ Director Kore-eda Hirokazu Talk in Toronto!

A psychological thriller that begins when Ryu Seon-woo, a boy presumed dead, miraculously returns to his mother, Ryu So-young, nine years after she lost him in the Camp School bus disappearance.
The conversation brought together two of the leading directors of South Korea and Japan, Yeon Sang-ho and Kore-eda Hirokazu, whose distinctive worldviews and compelling storytelling have captivated audiences worldwide.
[Photos] Lee Sang-yeob on battling the “end button” every time in short-form series; director Lee Byung-hun says he was “told off harshly” at BCWW 2026 conference

[Photos] Lee Sang-yeob on battling the “end button” every time in short-form series; director Lee Byung-hun says he was “told off harshly” at BCWW 2026 conference

Quality production, creator rights and cutting production resources by 50% to 60% emerge as key topics
Lee Sang-yeob and Lee Byung-hun battle the short-form “X button,” cutting costs by 60% with AI BCWW 2026 conference presents behind-the-scenes stories from 70 productions and a transparent data-sharing model As the media ecosystem undergoes seismic shifts, established creators opened up about the...
“The Film I Could Never Make”: Juror Johnnie To’s Admission About Possible Love

“The Film I Could Never Make”: Juror Johnnie To’s Admission About Possible Love

Director Johnnie To, who presented the award, was also the man who always said, “Lee Chang-dong is the best director in Asia today.”
The person who presented director Lee Chang-dong with the trophy for winning the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at this year’s Venice International Film Festival was none other than Hong Kong director Johnnie To. To served on the competition jury this year.
From Novelist to Global Master: Lee Chang-dong’s 30-Year Gaze on Society

From Novelist to Global Master: Lee Chang-dong’s 30-Year Gaze on Society

A first prize in 24 years since the Best Director award for “Oasis,” highlighting the meaning of class and love through a laid-off worker and a “silver-spoon” couple
Director Lee Chang-dong, 72, reaffirmed his stature as a global master by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival for “Possible Love,” his first film in eight years. After winning Best Director for “Oasis” in 2002, Lee added a new milestone to his international...
Nolan’s 〈Odyssey〉 Hits 10 Million in Korea — and Raises Bigger Questions

Nolan’s 〈Odyssey〉 Hits 10 Million in Korea — and Raises Bigger Questions

Nolan has surprised audiences again. Director Christopher Nolan's new film 〈Odyssey〉 surpassed 10 million admissions on September 6. To mark the milestone, Cineplay’s reporters revisited the questions and reservations the film left with each of us.
‘Forgotten Island’ Unveils Korean-Exclusive Poster With Stunning Visuals and Epic Humor!

‘Forgotten Island’ Unveils Korean-Exclusive Poster With Stunning Visuals and Epic Humor!

A fantasy adventure about Jo and Raisa, who land on the island of Forgotten Island, where memories vanish, and fight to preserve their friendship,
〈Puss in Boots: The Last Wish〉 directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado have unveiled the Korean-exclusive poster for their new film, 〈Forgotten Island〉. The newly released poster heightens the tension with the fierce gaze of Manang, the ruler of the island, while Jo and Raisa stand at the...
[Choo A-young’s Music Box] After Anger, ‘Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger’ Sings Again

[Choo A-young’s Music Box] After Anger, ‘Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger’ Sings Again

I am drawn to music in films. Music often reveals a character's intimate feelings that images and dialogue alone cannot convey. It can also serve as a window into a creator's hidden intentions. For me, understanding film music has been one way to approach a movie.
‘Family Trip’ Director Jeong Jong-seop Reveals Why He Co-Directed With Kim Jeong-tae and Wrote the Screenplay

‘Family Trip’ Director Jeong Jong-seop Reveals Why He Co-Directed With Kim Jeong-tae and Wrote the Screenplay

〈Family Trip〉 follows five family members headed to one destination but harboring five different agendas in a road movie about a family worse than strangers embarking on a hopeless journey.
Jeong Jong-seop, director of the film 〈Family Trip〉, which opens Sept. 30, has shared behind-the-scenes stories about Lee Hwi-hyang, who is meeting audiences in her first leading screen role, and “10-million-ticket actor” Kim Jeong-tae, who is set to make his directing debut as a co-director.
Jecheon International Music & Film Festival awards 15 million won grand prize to 'The Loneliest Man in That City'

Jecheon International Music & Film Festival awards 15 million won grand prize to 'The Loneliest Man in That City'

Top honor among 189 films from 45 countries; 'High Five' director Kim Jun-seok wins Musician Award 22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival closes: 'See you next year'
'Jecheon International Music & Film Festival' stages dazzling finale with 189 films from 45 countries The 22nd 'Jecheon International Music & Film Festival', which filled Jecheon, North Chungcheong province, with the enchanting sounds of film and music, came to a grand close on the 8th with its...