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Kim Min-ha’s true-story-inspired 'Hana Korea' to open July 8; main trailer released

Kim Min-ha’s true-story-inspired 'Hana Korea' to open July 8; main trailer released

Choi Sung-jae (Sharon Choi), best known as director Bong Joon-ho's interpreter, co-wrote the screenplay
The South Korea–Denmark co-production 〈Hana Korea〉 will open July 8 and has unveiled its main trailer. 〈Hana Korea〉 is a drama inspired by a true story that follows Hye-seon (Kim Min-ha), a woman who fled North Korea, as she pushes forward in an unfamiliar life.
| Kim Ji-yeon
US True-Crime Motif, Busan Indie Film Festival Winning Film ‘ChungChungChung’... Dangerous Impulses of Late-Twentieth-Century Teens

US True-Crime Motif, Busan Indie Film Festival Winning Film ‘ChungChungChung’... Dangerous Impulses of Late-Twentieth-Century Teens

A look at teens’ lack and desire shaped by the collision of impulses... The winner of the Busan International Film Festival jury’s special award will open on the 17th.
Fragmented Desires, a Portrait of a Perilous SolidarityThe pathological signs of modern society show up in the most fragile gaps—'lack' among teenagers. A boy gripped by blind duty, convinced he can save the world, and a girl, Jisuk, who tries to prove control with a self-destructive mechanism...
| James choi
From AI Movies to Antarctic Documentaries, the 18th International Ocean Film Festival Opens

From AI Movies to Antarctic Documentaries, the 18th International Ocean Film Festival Opens

Ocean films from 15 countries will head to Busan. In the age of climate crisis, the ocean-focused festival asks how humans and the sea can coexist.
'An existential crisis for humanity, as we ask for answers in the depths of the sea'It is time to face the weighty questions that the sea throws at us—the cradle of humanity and a vast abyss. The '2026 International Ocean Film Festival', the only ocean-focused film festival in South Korea, will...
| James choi
Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards Names Five-Member Jury

Co-hosted by Cineplay and the Korean Film Archive, the inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards carry a total prize pool of 20 million won. The five-member jury is chaired by Min Kyu-dong and also includes Korean Film Archive Director Mo Eun-young; Han Jung-soo, director and CEO of Yeondu Company; Kim Won-jin, director of MCA AI Creative Studio's Creative Headquarters; and actor Lee Yeon. The Archive has pledged archiving support for winners, and organizers say the awards aim to discover new creators and help the short-drama industry take a step forward.
The inaugural Korea Short Drama Awards, which carry a total prize pool of 20 million won, have named a five-member jury. Cineplay (CEO Choi Tae-hyung) and the Korean Film Archive (Director Mo Eun-young) are co-hosting the first Korea Short Drama Awards.
| Seongchan Eol
Yeon Sang-ho and Jun Ji-hyun’s <i>Swarm</i> surpasses 5 million viewers… a second record of the year

Yeon Sang-ho and Jun Ji-hyun’s Swarm surpasses 5 million viewers… a second record of the year

Takes the 5 million mark in just 24 days after release. Culture Minister Choi Hwi-young praises the overwhelming zombie acting as “an art form.”
Overwhelming terror that swallowed up theaters, “Swarm” takes the 5 million-viewer milestoneYeon Sang-ho’s universe keeps evolving. “Swarm”, the K-zombie thriller that opens a new chapter for the genre, drove a long run by surpassing 5 million cumulative viewers just 24 days after its release.
| James choi
Im Su-jeong Makes Producing Debut in ‘The Second Child,’ Set for July Release

Im Su-jeong Makes Producing Debut in ‘The Second Child,’ Set for July Release

New mystery from director Yu Eun-jeong stars Park So-yi and Yuna and screened in the Vision section of the 30th Busan International Film Festival
Actor Im Su-jeong will make her producing debut with 〈The Second Child〉, which is set for a nationwide theatrical release in July. Distributor Thunder Film released the first production stills on July 1.〈The Second Child〉 is the new film from director Yu Eun-jeong, who directed The Night's Door...
| Kim Ji-yeon
[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...
| Seongchan Eol
Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

Kim Min-ha X Kim Ju-ryeong X Ahn Seo-hyun’s “Hana Korea” Set for Release on July 8! First- Look Posters Revealed!

An unscripted, fact-based story-inspired blockbuster that follows the journey of North Korean defector ‘Hye-seon,’ determined to move forward even in unfamiliar circumstances.
A first-look set of two posters has been released, drawing attention after 〈Hana Korea〉—a joint production of South Korea and Denmark based on a true story and starring Kim Min-ha, Kim Ju-ryeong and Ahn Seo-hyun—confirmed its release on July 8, showcasing stark color contrasts and the dazzling...
| Joo Seong-cheol
‘Hope’ Official Photo Call & Press Conference at the 79th Cannes Film Festival Held in Great Success

‘Hope’ Official Photo Call & Press Conference at the 79th Cannes Film Festival Held in Great Success

Director Na Hong-jin “〈Hope〉 is a story about just how far the problems in our world can grow”
The official photo call and press conference for 〈Hope〉, the film that was first unveiled to the world through its world premiere on the 17th, took place the following day, Monday, May 18. Ahead of the press conference, director Na Hong-jin, Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, Jung Ho-yeon, Michael...
| Joo Seong-cheol
Kenta Sakaguchi Confirms Korea Visit for Film “Final Piece”…Meets Fans Directly on the 29th and 30th

Kenta Sakaguchi Confirms Korea Visit for Film “Final Piece”…Meets Fans Directly on the 29th and 30th

To coincide with the release of starring film “Final Piece” on the 27th, he visits Seoul for a 2-day, 1-night stay and carries out promotional activities A full lineup of official events is teased for fan engagement, including a press conference, consecutive stage greetings, and a GV A mystery suspense featuring Kenta Sakaguchi, transformed into a genius shogi player, alongside Ken Watanabe bringing the story to life
The schedule for Kenta Sakaguchi’s Korea visit for stage greetings and a GV for “Final Piece” has been revealed.2 Days and 1 Night Korea Visit and Official Promotion Schedule According to the film’s importer, NK Content, and the distributor, Japanese actor Kenta Sakaguchi will visit Korea on May 29...
| Seongchan Eol