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Justin Min’s First Korean Film in a Leading Role, ‘Journey There,’ Opens Oct. 28

Justin Min’s First Korean Film in a Leading Role, ‘Journey There,’ Opens Oct. 28

New film from Kim Jin-yu, director of 〈Bori〉, is a warm ensemble that won two awards at the 30th Busan International Film Festival
The film 〈Journey There〉 (Journey There, directed by Kim Jin-yu) has set Oct. 28 as its theatrical release date and unveiled two character posters and a teaser trailer. 〈Journey There〉 is the second feature film from Kim Jin-yu, who directed 〈Bori〉.
| Kim Ji-yeon
Venice Grand Jury Prize winner Lee Chang-dong’s ‘Possible Love’ marks Korean first; Netflix to release six films spanning 24 years

Venice Grand Jury Prize winner Lee Chang-dong’s ‘Possible Love’ marks Korean first; Netflix to release six films spanning 24 years

‘Secret Sunshine,’ ‘Peppermint Candy,’ ‘Green Fish’ and ‘Oasis’ begin streaming sequentially ‘Poetry’ and ‘Burning’ also set for additional releases in the United States, Japan and other markets
83rd Venice Grand Jury Prize winner begins worldwide streaming Nov. 6 A new milestone has been set in Korean cinema. “Possible Love,” the latest film by acclaimed director Lee Chang-dong, won the Grand Jury Prize in the competition section of the Venice International Film Festival, drawing praise...
| James choi
First Review: Korean 〈The Intern〉 Leans on Choi Min-sik’s Appeal; Inside the Press Screening and News Conference

First Review: Korean 〈The Intern〉 Leans on Choi Min-sik’s Appeal; Inside the Press Screening and News Conference

The Hollywood hit 〈The Intern〉 returns as a distinctly Korean remake, folding in local workplace culture, marital realism, and a stronger emotional through-line. Due to open September 16, 〈The Intern〉 begins when Gi-ho (Choi Min-sik), a 37-year veteran "silver intern," joins Sun-woo (Han So-hee)’s...
| Kim Ji-yeon
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
[Photo &] Christopher Nolan Makes His First Trip to Korea With New Film “Odyssey”… “I Fell in Love With Korean Salt Bread and Baseball” — Press Event With Charlize Theron and Matt Damon

[Photo &] Christopher Nolan Makes His First Trip to Korea With New Film “Odyssey”… “I Fell in Love With Korean Salt Bread and Baseball” — Press Event With Charlize Theron and Matt Damon

The entire film shot in IMAX opens in theaters across Korea on May 5… A box-office surge in North America that has already brought in $900 million
The world-renowned auteur Christopher Nolan stepped onto Korean soil with Hollywood A-listers Matt Damon and Charlize Theron, bringing their new film Odyssey with them. Their Korea visit, set in motion ahead of a domestic release on May 5, has drawn attention as a special move that goes beyond the...
| James choi
Lee Chang-dong Wins Ebert Director Award at TIFF—the First Korean to Reach the Top Ranks; New Film 'A Possible Love' to Be Released in September

Lee Chang-dong Wins Ebert Director Award at TIFF—the First Korean to Reach the Top Ranks; New Film 'A Possible Love' to Be Released in September

Jeon Do-yeon and Sol Kyung-gu star in a special presentation invitation; Netflix release set for Nov. 6
The first Korean to join the ranks of masters, 'A Possible Love' unveiled on Nov. 6 Another landmark chapter has been added to Korean film history. 'Lee Chang-dong' has achieved a first for Korean cinema by taking home 'the Ebert Director Award' at the Toronto International Film Festival ,...
| James choi
Lee Chang-dong Returns With His First New Film in 8 Years, “A Possible Love” — Scheduled for a Theatrical Release in September, Netflix Drops It in November

Lee Chang-dong Returns With His First New Film in 8 Years, “A Possible Love” — Scheduled for a Theatrical Release in September, Netflix Drops It in November

Jeon Do-yeon, Sol Kyung-gu, and more star in a high-profile cast… A film making its way into the Venice Film Festival’s competition section 24 years after the last one
The Maestro Returns, “A Possible Love” Embraces Venice After 24 Years A perfectionist in the Korean film industry, director Lee Chang-dong, finally breaks his silence. After a long wait of eight years following Burning (2018), his new film “A Possible Love” lands in local theaters first on...
| James choi
'Direct Request' Christopher Nolan makes his first trip to Korea… with Matt Damon in tow

'Direct Request' Christopher Nolan makes his first trip to Korea… with Matt Damon in tow

Nolan, bringing his new film 'Odyssey' for the first time in his career, lands in South Korea for the first time… Hollywood’s top stars including Matt Damon and Charlize Theron will all arrive together on Aug. 3 next month.
A flawless reimagining of myth, Nolan’s team makes a powerful return—and makes its first landing in Seoul Hollywood’s undisputed titan, director 'Christopher Nolan', is finally stepping onto Korean soil. It’s his first time ever deciding to come to Korea, ahead of the release of his new film...
| James choi
‘Assassin(s),’ a Film on the 1974 First Lady Shooting, Set for 2026 Chuseok Release; Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il and Lee Min-ho Star

‘Assassin(s),’ a Film on the 1974 First Lady Shooting, Set for 2026 Chuseok Release; Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il and Lee Min-ho Star

Directed by Heo Jin-ho, whose credits include 〈The Last Princess〉, 〈Cheonmun: Asking the Sky〉 and 〈Christmas in August〉
The film 〈Assassin 〉 confirmed its release for the 2026 Chuseok holiday and unveiled two launch posters on the 30th, with production and distribution handled by Hive Media Corp. 〈Assassin 〉 is a mystery investigative drama about the first lady shooting that took place during the Liberation Day...
| Kim Ji-yeon
[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

[Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker] Zombie Things That Don’t Flinch Even When Shot: Korea’s First Zombie Film, “Kwe-si” (1981)

I can’t help but fixate on the objects in the movies. I find myself getting deeply lost in thought about why—of all things—this director, cinematographer, art director, or even the actor, placed that item in front of the camera. “Joo Seong-cheol’s Locker” is a record of the objects in films that landed on my eyes with a light, delicate stomp.
〈Gun-chae〉surpassed 3 million viewers in just 10 days. According to the Korean Film Commission’s integrated computer network, it reached the 3 million mark on May 30, its 10th day after release, four days earlier than 〈King and the Man〉, which drew 16 million viewers.
| Joo Seong-cheol