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“Khan’s Biggest Shock”: Why Foreign Media Can’t Stop Praising Hong Jin-ho’s New Film ‘Hope’

“Khan’s Biggest Shock”: Why Foreign Media Can’t Stop Praising Hong Jin-ho’s New Film ‘Hope’

Screen Daily rating of 2.8 keeps it in the upper tier. Amid overwhelming praise from major foreign outlets, reactions to the ending and the monster’s CGI are mixed.
Hong Jin-ho’s return shakes Cannes with 'Hope'Director Hong Jin-ho’s new work, 'Hope', has taken the stage at the 79th Cannes International Film Festival in the Competition section, drawing cheers from critics around the world.
[Interview] “In the Flow of the December 3 Coup Attempt, the Most Decisive Moment Is Namtaeryeong.” Director Kim Hyun-ji of ‘Namtaeryeong’ ①

[Interview] “In the Flow of the December 3 Coup Attempt, the Most Decisive Moment Is Namtaeryeong.” Director Kim Hyun-ji of ‘Namtaeryeong’ ①

Seventeen tractors belonging to the Korean National Federation of Farmers’ Clubs (JeonNong), pushing forward to stand up to a coup in the guise of “martial,” were blocked by police at Namtaeryeong in Seocho-gu, Seoul.
Since that unbelievable day—December 3, 2024, when the president declared a state of emergency—another day continued with nights full of uncertainty and anxiety. Seventeen tractors belonging to the Korean National Federation of Farmers’ Clubs , advancing to confront the president’s coup in the...
BIGBANG Recruits 6th Official Fan Club “V.I.P” for the First Time in 11 Years…Previews August World Tour

BIGBANG Recruits 6th Official Fan Club “V.I.P” for the First Time in 11 Years…Previews August World Tour

Starting at 12:00 p.m. on the 18th, join the 6th V.I.P through the global fan platform b.stage About 11 years since the 5th round in May 2015…Offers perks including early ticket sales for the world tour scheduled for August BIGBANG, which announced its return to the stage with “2026 Coachella,” kicks off its 20th anniversary debut project
Group BIGBANG is resuming recruitment for its official fan club as part of its 20th anniversary debut project. Resuming official fan club recruitment after 11 years On the 18th, YG Entertainment posted a poster titled “BIGBANG OFFICIAL 6th V. I.
[Photo&] “AI That Replaces a Dead Son” Hirokazu Kore-eda’s New Work ‘A Sheep in a Box’ Unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival

[Photo&] “AI That Replaces a Dead Son” Hirokazu Kore-eda’s New Work ‘A Sheep in a Box’ Unveiled at the Cannes Film Festival

A meeting between a couple who lost their son and a humanoid robot. Acclaimed director Hirokazu Kore-eda questions humanity in the AI era. Confirmed for release in Korea on the 10th next month and for his in-person visit on the 4th.
Humanity in the AI era: a weighty topic from a master“In an era when artificial intelligence technology advances by leaps and bounds, we should ask ourselves what, exactly, defines humanity.”Bringing his new film ‘A Sheep in a Box’, invited to the competitive section of the 79th Cannes...
Javier Bardem, “Toxic Masculinity from Trump, Putin, and Netanyahu Fueled the War” — Candid Statement

Javier Bardem, “Toxic Masculinity from Trump, Putin, and Netanyahu Fueled the War” — Candid Statement

Direct criticism of world leaders at the Cannes Film Festival… “After I spoke my mind, casting actually increased”—Confident
“Toxic Masculinity” takes aim at “Javier Bardem”The globally renowned actor “Javier Bardem” from Spain unleashed sharp criticism aimed at “Donald Trump”, the U. S. president; “Vladimir Putin”, the Russian president; and “Benjamin Netanyahu”, the prime minister of Israel.
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...
U.K. Massive Attack · U.S. Pixies to Play in Korea… 2026 Pentaport’s Biggest-Ever Lineup Unveiled, Full 2nd Round Cast Revealed

U.K. Massive Attack · U.S. Pixies to Play in Korea… 2026 Pentaport’s Biggest-Ever Lineup Unveiled, Full 2nd Round Cast Revealed

Pixies and Massive Attack take the stage for the 40th anniversary of their formation. The all-time best rock festival is completed with the addition of Hyukoh and Eonnalchi.
Massive Attack from the U. K. , Pixies from the U. S. , and More to Perform at Pentaport Rock FestivalLegendary bands that will make rock fans around the world’s hearts race are coming to Korea. The pioneers of U. K.
[Photo &] Park Chan-wook, First-Ever Korean Jury President at Cannes: “Korea Is No Longer a Peripheral Player”

[Photo &] Park Chan-wook, First-Ever Korean Jury President at Cannes: “Korea Is No Longer a Peripheral Player”

Press Conference at the Opening Ceremony of the 79th Cannes Film Festival... “We Will Judge Fairly Through the Eyes of Pure Viewers, Without Any Special Privileges for Korean Films”
From the Margins to the Center, a Boast by “Korean Cinema”“‘Korea’ is no longer a peripheral country in the film world. As a result, I have been assigned the role of ‘jury president.’”The director ‘Park Chan-wook’, appointed as the jury president for the competitive section of the ‘79th Cannes Film...
[Photo&] BTS Returns After 10 Years—Mexico City Draws 150,000 Fans in a Frenzy… Economic Impact Worth 150 Billion Won

[Photo&] BTS Returns After 10 Years—Mexico City Draws 150,000 Fans in a Frenzy… Economic Impact Worth 150 Billion Won

A world-class stage proven by a performance that blends local culture and an economic effect of 158.6 billion won (₩158.6 billion).
A Miraculous Mexico City Return After 10 Years, Powered by 150,000 FansTop global artists, 'BTS', fully captivated Mexico City after 10 years and 10 months. The 'ARIRANG' world tour shows in Mexico City held on the 7th and on the 9th through 10th drew a total of 150,000 attendees—selling out all...
79th Cannes Film Festival Opens… Hong Jin-na’s “Hope” Aims for the Palme d’Or

79th Cannes Film Festival Opens… Hong Jin-na’s “Hope” Aims for the Palme d’Or

With Park Chan-wook leading the way as the first Korean Jury President, Na Hong-jin, Yeon Sang-ho, and more K-movie stars set the stage
[The Opening of the 79th Cannes Film Festival] All eyes from the global film world focus on Cannes, FranceThe 79th Cannes International Film Festival will open in Cannes, a southern French city, on the 12th . This year’s festival is expected to become a stage that proves the overwhelming status of...