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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...
'Amazing Digital Circus,' sudden cancellation of South Korea theatrical release sparks controversy over unilateral contract termination

'Amazing Digital Circus,' sudden cancellation of South Korea theatrical release sparks controversy over unilateral contract termination

YouTube- and Netflix-popular animated feature film, 'The Last Act,' release on June 5 falls through Glitch Productions, citing concerns over the leak of original files for review, notified that the contract is being terminated unilaterally South Korea distributor SBM eN, stressing advance notice, files a motion for an injunction to secure performance against the supplier
〈Amazing Digital Circus〉 announced a sudden cancellation of its release, surprising fans. The animation 〈Amazing Digital Circus〉, being produced by Glitch Productions, centers on a story in which a woman named Pomni gets trapped in a mysterious virtual world.
[The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards: Shining Moments] Yoo Hae-jin & Ryu Seung-ryong Earn Top Honors…A Friendship of 30 Years Shines

[The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards: Shining Moments] Yoo Hae-jin & Ryu Seung-ryong Earn Top Honors…A Friendship of 30 Years Shines

Movies starring Yoo Hae-jin and TV starring Ryu Seung-ryong receive their heartfelt co-win honors, from tears-filled remarks by Park Bo-young and Im Soo-jung—highlighting the brilliant moments of the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards.
The 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards: A Triumphant Joint Win for Yoo Hae-jin and Ryu Seung-ryong—Friends for 30 YearsThe top honor at the 62nd 'Baeksang Arts Awards' went to 'Yoo Hae-jin' from the film 'The Man Who Lives in a King', and 'Ryu Seung-ryong' from the drama 'Kim Bu-jang, Working for a Large...
Hwang Jung-min and Jo In-sung Unite in Na Hong-jin’s “Hope,” First Unveiled at Cannes on the 17th

Hwang Jung-min and Jo In-sung Unite in Na Hong-jin’s “Hope,” First Unveiled at Cannes on the 17th

A Major Coup with an Invitation to the Cannes Film Festival’s Competition Section. Global Stars Gathered—From Hwang Jung-min to Michael Fassbender
A Global Project “Hope,” Drawing Worldwide Attention, Enters the Cannes Film Festival’s Competition SectionThe global blockbuster “Hope” directed by genre master “Na Hong-jin” from Korea is finally making its first-ever debut to audiences around the world through the 79th Cannes International Film...
Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

Remembering Cinematographer Yoo Young-gil, Why You Should Watch “December 12.3” Again

On May 4, it reached 200,000 cumulative admissions and hit the break-even point about two weeks after its release.
There’s still a long way to go. Director Lee Myeong-se’s documentary 〈The December 12. 3〉 surpassed 200,000 cumulative viewers and reached the break-even point about two weeks after its release on May 4. With that, 〈The December 12.
Movie “Michael” Sets Off a Sensation… Michael Jackson Rebounds on Billboard Charts

Movie “Michael” Sets Off a Sensation… Michael Jackson Rebounds on Billboard Charts

“Billie Jean” re-enters at No. 38 and many tracks make a comeback on Billboard… BTS “SWIM” also stays in the top ranks for six straight weeks
Electric film release boost… “Michael Jackson” and “Billboard” chart comeback mythologyFueled by the North American release of the biopic “Michael”, past hit songs by the “King of Pop” “Michael Jackson” are sweeping the main U. S. “Billboard” charts, recording an unprecedented comeback run.
Kenyan Math Prodigy Who Shook Wall Street… Opens on the 21st: 8th Africa Film Festival

Kenyan Math Prodigy Who Shook Wall Street… Opens on the 21st: 8th Africa Film Festival

Opening on the 21st at Busan Cinema Center… 16 Films from 15 Countries, Including Kenya’s Hot Topic Film ‘Kipkemboi,’ Challenging Wall Street
Ahead of 'Africa Day' on the 25th and the 'Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers’ Meeting' on June 1, a cultural festival spotlighting the diverse charms of Africa has kicked off. In cooperation with the Busan Cinema Center, the Korea-Africa Foundation will hold the '8th Africa Film Festival' in Busan,...
27th Jeonju International Film Festival Honors: ‘The Night Is Fading Away’ & ‘Summer We Let Slip Away’ Take Top Prizes

27th Jeonju International Film Festival Honors: ‘The Night Is Fading Away’ & ‘Summer We Let Slip Away’ Take Top Prizes

International Competition Best Film: Argentina’s Essayquiel Salinas & Ramiro Soncini Win Korean Competition Best Film: Director Lee Sun-yeon’s ‘Summer We Let Slip Away’… Praised for a New Director’s Sensitivity The film marathon wraps up after the closing film ‘Namtaeryeong’ over eight days
The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival , a festival for independent and alternative cinema from around the world, concludes its eight-day journey by announcing the winners in major categories. This year, the festival simultaneously showcased the strength of Argentine cinema and the rising...
‘A City of Sadness,’ abruptly put on hold one day before reopening… “Copyright issues raised”

‘A City of Sadness,’ abruptly put on hold one day before reopening… “Copyright issues raised”

The original rights holder sent an official notice saying, “I’ve never sold the distribution rights in Korea,” prompting theaters to halt screenings in the middle of ongoing showings Korean Association of Art Cinema Theaters: “The original rights holder denies the legitimacy of the screening copy… withdraw to protect audience trust” Importer A-Sum Pictures: “We purchased it lawfully through a French distributor… we’ll do our best to reach a proper resolution”
The masterpiece by director Hou Hsiao-hsien, ‘A City of Sadness (1989),’ was scheduled to return to South Korean screens on the 6th but was suddenly put on hold just two days before its release. As the original overseas rights holder raised copyright concerns and signs of a legal dispute began to...
[Photo&] Ahn Sung-ki’s Son Wears His Father’s Tuxedo and Accepts in His Place — Jeonju International Film Festival Opening Ceremony现场

[Photo&] Ahn Sung-ki’s Son Wears His Father’s Tuxedo and Accepts in His Place — Jeonju International Film Festival Opening Ceremony现场

Opening ceremony on the 29th… With the late Ahn Sung-ki remembered, the festival of 237 films from 54 countries worldwide kicks off under a Special Commendation Award
The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Opens, a Heavy Prelude in Tribute to the Late Ahn Sung-kiWith the slogan 'We Never Cross the Line', the 27th 'Jeonju International Film Festival' opened in grand style.