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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.
Julia Ducournau’s ‘Alpha’ May Be the Year’s Most Polarizing Film

Julia Ducournau’s ‘Alpha’ May Be the Year’s Most Polarizing Film

Director Julia Ducournau, who won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival with the film 〈Titane〉, returns with her new work 〈Alpha〉. Ducournau built a distinctive cinematic worldview by depicting forbidden desire with striking mise-en-scène in films such as 〈Raw〉 and 〈Titane〉.
Lee Min-ho on ‘〈Assassins〉’: ‘On Set, I’m Just Myself — People Can’t Imagine It Unless They’ve Seen It’

Lee Min-ho on ‘〈Assassins〉’: ‘On Set, I’m Just Myself — People Can’t Imagine It Unless They’ve Seen It’

In 〈Assassins〉, rookie reporter Yeong-il, played by Lee Min-ho, emerges as the film’s driving force. A rookie reporter on the social affairs desk, he goes to cover the August 15, 1974 Liberation Day event and witnesses the deaths — first the first lady, and then the female student he had been...
François Ozon’s “The Stranger” Flips Camus Classic 80 Years Later—No Opening Line?

François Ozon’s “The Stranger” Flips Camus Classic 80 Years Later—No Opening Line?

The film gives a narrative to the unnamed Arab’s sister, expands Marie’s role and captures Algeria’s sun in black and white; opening Sept. 30
122 minutes of striking black-and-white aesthetics, opening in theaters on Sept. 30 Albert Camus’ literary masterpiece, “The Stranger,” is indelibly associated with its stunning opening line: “Mother died today. Or maybe yesterday.
[Joo Sung-chul's Locker] What Are the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in 'Warfare' and 'The Hurt Locker'?

[Joo Sung-chul's Locker] What Are the Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in 'Warfare' and 'The Hurt Locker'?

I am drawn to objects in movies. I find myself wondering why the director, cinematographer, production designer or actor put that particular object in front of the camera. 'Joo Sung-chul's Locker' records the objects in movies that quietly catch my eye.
“The rush of battle is often a potent and lethal addiction, for war is a drug.” The Hurt Locker (2009), which won the 2010 Academy Award for Best Picture, opens with that title card. Director Kathryn Bigelow drew the quotation from War Is a Force That Gives Us Meaning, a 2002 nonfiction book by...
'The Odyssey' IMAX Tickets Fetch 100,000 Won as KOFIC Cracks Down

'The Odyssey' IMAX Tickets Fetch 100,000 Won as KOFIC Cracks Down

Suspected mass bookings using macros mount as authorities begin accepting year-round reports of illicit transactions in premium theaters on the 19th
After tickets for premium-format screenings of director Christopher Nolan's new film 'The Odyssey' began trading for more than 100,000 won following its release, the Korean Film Council launched a sweeping investigation into the distorted scalping market.
[Interview] “Not releasing this video is a bigger sin.” What should we have done? Director Tomoaki Fujino ②

[Interview] “Not releasing this video is a bigger sin.” What should we have done? Director Tomoaki Fujino ②

When her older sister develops symptoms of schizophrenia, her parents choose to put a lock on the front door instead of taking her to a hospital. Unable to look away, the younger brother picks up a camera and steps into that silence.
Because they could not obtain the family’s consent, ethical questions about the film’s release inevitably follow. ​ You asked a really important question. There are ethical issues, of course. In fact, we released it without getting permission or even understanding from any member of the family.
Review: Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Turns Greek Epic Into a Grand Human Drama

Review: Christopher Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Turns Greek Epic Into a Grand Human Drama

One phrase immediately came to mind: Christopher Nolan has pushed past his own limits in 〈Odyssey〉, his adaptation of Homer’s 「The Odyssey」, which opens on Aug. 5. 「The Odyssey」 tells the story of King Odysseus’s return to his homeland of Ithaca after the Trojan War, a foundational epic that still...
Films Featuring Songs by Overseas Bands Playing Korea's 2026 Rock Festivals

Films Featuring Songs by Overseas Bands Playing Korea's 2026 Rock Festivals

With hip-hop cooling and rock back in vogue in 2026, rock festivals are springing up across the country. Going to a rock festival in Korea means seeing international artists you rarely encounter live. Here are films that feature songs by international bands set to visit Korea for the upcoming One...
‘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...