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〈Obsession〉 Review: A Wish for Love Becomes a Nightmare

〈Obsession〉 Review: A Wish for Love Becomes a Nightmare

The horror breakout that made waves worldwide is finally reaching Korean audiences. Directed by Kerry Barker, 〈Obsession〉 met viewers at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival last July and is set to open on Sept. 2. Seen at an Aug.
| Seongchan Eol
Ahn Sung-ki films including 'Whale Hunting' to screen in Busan; why five master directors are reuniting

Ahn Sung-ki films including 'Whale Hunting' to screen in Busan; why five master directors are reuniting

Jointly organized with the Korean Film Archive for the festival's Oct. 6 opening, the program will feature five master directors, including Lee Jang-ho and Bae Chang-ho, and a commemorative book
The brilliant career of a beloved national actor returns to the screen This year's 'Busan International Film Festival' is preparing a special showcase spotlighting the career of 'Ahn Sung-ki', a living legend of Korean cinema.
| James choi
The Assassins set for Sept. 23 release, eyes Chuseok box office

The Assassins set for Sept. 23 release, eyes Chuseok box office

〈The Assassins〉 follows the investigation into the suspicions and forces behind the Aug. 15, 1974, shooting of South Korea’s first lady that shocked the nation.
〈The Assassins〉, which has drawn early attention for director Hur Jin-ho’s meticulous direction and the powerhouse performances of leading South Korean actors including Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il and Lee Min-ho, has announced a Sept. 23 release and is taking aim at theaters during the Chuseok holiday.
| Joo Seong-cheol
Witness True Madness in Folk Horror Classic ‘The Wicker Man: Final Cut’

Witness True Madness in Folk Horror Classic ‘The Wicker Man: Final Cut’

The canonical folk-horror film 〈The Wicker Man〉 (1973) will receive its first South Korean theatrical release on Aug. 19 in a 4K remastered restoration, 〈The Wicker Man: Final Cut〉 (hereafter 〈The Wicker Man〉).
| Chua-young
Kim Min-hee Captured at Her First Official Public Appearance After Giving Birth… Hong Sang-soo’s 35th Film “There’s Nowhere for Your Eyes to Rest”

Kim Min-hee Captured at Her First Official Public Appearance After Giving Birth… Hong Sang-soo’s 35th Film “There’s Nowhere for Your Eyes to Rest”

An official invitation to the 79th Locarno Film Festival’s international competition… the working mom shares her thoughts on juggling acting and childcare
Kim Min-hee, who shared news of giving birth in April last year, has finally broken her silence and stepped onto the international stage. “There’s Nowhere for Your Eyes to Rest,” the 35th feature-length new work by director Hong Sang-soo, received an official invitation to the international...
| James choi
BIFB’s Midwife Kim Dong-ho to Receive the ‘Korean Film Contribution Award’ on Oct. 6

BIFB’s Midwife Kim Dong-ho to Receive the ‘Korean Film Contribution Award’ on Oct. 6

After serving as the inaugural executive director in 1996 and laying the film festival’s foundation, he will be honored at the opening ceremony of the 31st Busan International Film Festival.
'Midwife of Korean cinema,' stepping onto the world stage beyond Asia Kim Dong-ho, the former chairman of the Busan International Film Festival, who helped carry a sweeping wave of Korean film’s global expansion, is again drawing international film-world attention.
| James choi
Kim Do-hoon, Jeon Jong-seo, Lee Jun-gi, and Lee Sang-yi confirm casting for Netflix film “Dochabi” A new project from “The Owl” director Ahn Tae-jin!

Kim Do-hoon, Jeon Jong-seo, Lee Jun-gi, and Lee Sang-yi confirm casting for Netflix film “Dochabi” A new project from “The Owl” director Ahn Tae-jin!

In a borderland where hwarajeon (slash-and-burn farmers) form villages, an action historical drama follows “Tae-san,” a former military officer who once hid in the deep mountains with the Yeo-jin woman “Ahai,” as he fights “I Do-gwan,” who hunts the hwarajeon—earning the name “Dochabi.”
Netflix has confirmed production of the film 〈Dochabi〉 and unveiled a casting lineup that is expected to draw attention with a fresh, appealing mix that includes Kim Do-hoon, Jeon Jong-seo, Lee Jun-gi, Lee Sang-yi, and Bae In-hyeok.
| Joo Seong-cheol
[Photo&] Yoo Hae-jin and the ‘Assassins’ … Turning a Gunshot Into the Truth Behind the Plot — The Production Report Meeting for “The Assassins”

[Photo&] Yoo Hae-jin and the ‘Assassins’ … Turning a Gunshot Into the Truth Behind the Plot — The Production Report Meeting for “The Assassins”

Director Heo Jin-ho’s 10-year mystery pursuit drama tracks down the truth … Hae-il Park and Min-ho Lee join the cast to recreate the 1970s in full
‘The Assassins’ First-Ever Film Adaptation in South Korea … The Hidden Truth of August 15, 1974 Fact Check With Yoo Hae-jin and Hae-il Park, Releasing on Chuseok After a Decade in the Making On August 15, 1974, a turning point in modern South Korean history is finally brought to the screen.
| James choi
EBS Documentary Series

EBS Documentary Series "Witness of the Era"... From 91-year-old Shin Goo and 99-year-old Nora No to Son Suk-hee, Kim Yoon-a, and Lee Se-dol — 12 masters in a weighty spotlight

Premiering Aug. 2, the series shines a light on 12 icons of pop-culture. Behind-the-scenes stories include Yoo Hae-jin’s “Shin Goo Scholarship” anecdotes
The views of 12 people who span the era, tracing turning points in pop culture EBS presents the documentary series “Witness of the Era. ” On its Aug. 2 premiere, actor Shin Goo is in the spotlight. On the Sept. 9 second broadcast, it will spotlight Nora No, a living legend of Korean fashion.
| James choi
22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival Unveils Lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice” — Perfect Harmony of Music and Film

22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival Unveils Lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice” — Perfect Harmony of Music and Film

From music director Kim Mun-jeong to Yoon Jong-shin and Oksangdalbit, a slate of performances that breaks the boundaries between film and music is in store. Honoring the late Jeong Seong-jo, with a finale performance featuring Choo Da-hye and Jastiz, among other festival-only programs. Ahead of the festival’s Sept. 3 opening, limited stage tickets go on sale Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. via Melon Ticket
Jecheon International Music & Film Festival has unveiled the lineup for “JIMFF Special Choice. ” The 22nd Jecheon International Music & Film Festival , which opens on Sept. 3, announced “JIMFF Special Choice” on Aug. 10.
| Seongchan Eol