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Webtoon Goes Short-Form Animation…Kakao Piccoma Launches ‘Animeme’

Webtoon Goes Short-Form Animation…Kakao Piccoma Launches ‘Animeme’

Launches a Short-Form–Only Category Later This Month…Turns Popular Webtoons into Animations with AI Technology and Expands the IP
Kakao Piccoma’s ‘Short-Form’ Revolution Shaking Up the Global Content MarketThe platform ‘Piccoma’, which dominates Japan’s digital manga and web novel market, is rolling out a dedicated ‘Short-Form’ animation category—the key trend in the global content market.
| James choi
‘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...
| Yangsimoh
“Nambal” Lee Byung-hun Confirmed for Casting! Anticipated to Deliver an Overwhelming Presence as ‘Im Eok,’ Leader of the Warriors!

“Nambal” Lee Byung-hun Confirmed for Casting! Anticipated to Deliver an Overwhelming Presence as ‘Im Eok,’ Leader of the Warriors!

In the early Joseon era, this action film follows nine warriors from different backgrounds—both by ability and rank—as they head to Tsushima to rescue a captive abducted by Japanese pirates.
The film 〈Nambal〉 has confirmed Lee Byung-hun’s casting and is pushing forward with full pre-production. 〈Nambal〉 is a hard-boiled martial arts action story set in the early Joseon era, where nine warriors—each with different skills and social standing—set out for Tsushima to rescue a captive...
| Joo Seong-cheol
US Academy Bars “AI Actors/ Writers” From Awards; 부산 Film Festival Also Included Alongside Cannes, Venice, and Berlin

US Academy Bars “AI Actors/ Writers” From Awards; 부산 Film Festival Also Included Alongside Cannes, Venice, and Berlin

Starting with releases this year, only works performed and written by humans are eligible for the Oscars. 'Busan International Film Festival (BIFF)' stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s top three film festivals
Academy Awards Completely Exclude “AI” and Elevate the Status of the “Busan International Film Festival”The most prestigious U. S. Academy Awards (Academy Awards/Oscars) ceremony has halted technological developments that are shaking the very foundation of the film industry.
| James choi
[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.
| James choi
'We Never Cross the Line' Opens 27th Jeonju International Film Festival… 237 Films Screening From 54 Countries

'We Never Cross the Line' Opens 27th Jeonju International Film Festival… 237 Films Screening From 54 Countries

Jeonju International Film Festival, which just opened today. From awarding the Ahn Seong-gi Merit Award to screening 237 films, the film festival runs for 10 days
A Bold Opening, the Red Carpet Scene at the 27th Jeonju International Film Festival'We Never Cross the Line' opened on the 29th with a provocative slogan. The festival kicked off with the 'Red Carpet' event held at the Korea Sori Culture Hall.
| James choi
'Korea’s Answer to the Cannes'—Annecy Film Festival Enchants Korean Short Animation 'Dinner' Invited to Competition

'Korea’s Answer to the Cannes'—Annecy Film Festival Enchants Korean Short Animation 'Dinner' Invited to Competition

A standout work that unpacks love and breakups through a course-style meal, 'Dinner,' heads to the world’s most prestigious stage alongside director Park Ji-yeon’s 'A Journey Through the Ear'
'The Cannes of Animation'—Annecy Film Festival Showcases Korean Short Film 'Dinner'A Korean short animation received recognition for outstanding artistry on the world’s most prestigious stage. On the 27th, Korea National University of Arts (K-Arts) announced that director Jeong Hae-ji’s animated...
| James choi
The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Opens in Splendor on the 29th… Awards the Ahn Seong-ki Honor for His Lifetime Achievement and Features a Rich Lineup

The 27th Jeonju International Film Festival Opens in Splendor on the 29th… Awards the Ahn Seong-ki Honor for His Lifetime Achievement and Features a Rich Lineup

Shin Hyun-jun and Go Won-hee selected as MCs for the opening ceremony; with many attendees from the red carpet to Ghost Studio actors in “Jeonju X Meet-Up”… Korea’s film industry giant, the late Ahn Seong-ki, is chosen for the Special Lifetime Achievement Award; his son, Ahn Philip, receives the award on his behalf to honor his legacy Director Byeon Young-ju introduced as “Programmer of the Year,” and the opening film by director Kent Jones, “My Private Art,” is screened
The Jeonju International Film Festival, now in its 27th year, kicks off with an opening ceremony on April 29 and begins a 10-day journey. On this day, the opening ceremony will be hosted by actors Shin Hyun-jun and Go Won-hee, adding fresh energy.
| Seongchan Eol
Lee Sang-ho, Yoo Sung-sung, Moon So-ri, and Lee Seong-min—‘A Training Ground for Masterful Actors and a Towering Presence in the Theater World’: Director Lee Sang-woo Passes Away

Lee Sang-ho, Yoo Sung-sung, Moon So-ri, and Lee Seong-min—‘A Training Ground for Masterful Actors and a Towering Presence in the Theater World’: Director Lee Sang-woo Passes Away

In 2009, director of the feature film ‘Small Pond,’ and director of ‘Chilsu and Mansu,’ Lee Sang-woo, a former professor at Korea National University of Arts, has died at age 75
By founding the theater company Yeonwoo Mudae and Chaimu, the director Lee Sang-woo, a former professor at the College of Theatre at Korea National University of Arts, died on the 26th from illness. He was 75.The late man, a graduate of Seoul National University’s Department of Aesthetics, began...
| James choi
James Cameron X Billie Eilish Meet Up, “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour” Blue Art Poster Unveiled

James Cameron X Billie Eilish Meet Up, “Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour” Blue Art Poster Unveiled

A concert movie featuring a Z-generation pop icon captured in 3D technology by acclaimed director James Cameron Live performance from the Co-op Live in Manchester, UK, in July 2025…The poster’s deep-blue lighting draws attention Teasing a “completely new cinematic experience you can experience in theaters,” the film opens nationwide in theaters on May 6
A blue art poster for 〈Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour〉 has been unveiled, capturing Billie Eilish’s charisma.A meeting between James Cameron and a pop icon 〈Billie Eilish - Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour〉 is a concert movie in which renowned director James Cameron, who is known for...
| Seongchan Eol