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'Korean Black Eyes,' documentary on girl band that shook the world, set for November release

'Korean Black Eyes,' documentary on girl band that shook the world, set for November release

The musical journey of a band that traveled stages worldwide—from Southeast Asia in the 1960s and 1970s to the Middle East, Africa and Northern Europe—takes center stage A nostalgia-inducing poster capturing the band's 10-year run and achievements has been unveiled Director Kim Dae-hyun's film is set for an official release in early November, with Kitty Im Jun-im, the story's protagonist and leader, expected to visit South Korea
'Sisters,' who once shook the world, are returning as 〈Korean Black Eyes〉. The documentary 〈Korean Black Eyes〉 will hit theaters in November 2026. It follows the musical journey of the all-female band 'Korean Black Eyes,' which began performing in Southeast Asia, including Vietnam and Thailand, in...
| Seongchan Eol
'Meryl Streep Project,' Documentary Born of 10-Year Quest and Support from 1,619 to Open in October

'Meryl Streep Project,' Documentary Born of 10-Year Quest and Support from 1,619 to Open in October

A polished documentary tracing director Park Hyo-sun's autobiographical journey, inspired by her fascination with Hollywood actress Meryl Streep A personal wish grew into a completed film through a crowdfunding campaign that raised 62 million won and support from fellow filmmakers, including Moon So-ri After official screenings at numerous festivals, including the Seoul Independent Film Festival, the film will receive a nationwide theatrical release in October following a reckless yet beautiful 10-year journey
The most personal of projects, yet one born with the help of many people, 〈Meryl Streep Project〉 will open in October. The documentary 〈Meryl Streep Project〉 tells the autobiographical story of director Park Hyo-sun, who became fascinated with Meryl Streep after accidentally seeing one of the...
| Seongchan Eol
[Interview] ‘Finding My True Self Without Spending a Dime’: Director Park Jung-mi of ‘The Man Who Wore a Blanket’

[Interview] ‘Finding My True Self Without Spending a Dime’: Director Park Jung-mi of ‘The Man Who Wore a Blanket’

One day, just shy of 30, director Park Jung-mi quit her job and set off traveling after deciding she was no longer happy.
In her travel memoir 〈The Faraway Nearby〉, Rebecca Solnit writes that she learned by setting out on the road that “the longest journey a traveler makes is the journey within. ” Travel, she says, “changes not only the location of the body, but also the location of memory and imagination.
| 이화정
Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Director Kim Myeon-woo’s “Rebirth” traces his father’s debt, wins 10 million won prize

Five films selected at 23rd EBS International Documentary Film Festival, including Grand Prize and Jury Special Awards
An artistic triumph drawn from a family’s debt, and the essence of documentary filmmaking The 23rd “EBS International Documentary Film Festival” has named “Rebirth” by director Kim Myeon-woo the year’s outstanding film, one that shook the documentary scene.
| James choi
[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.
| 이화정
[Interview] “It’s a bigger sin not to release this video.” How should it have been handled? Director Tomoaki Fujino ①

[Interview] “It’s a bigger sin not to release this video.” How should it have been handled? Director Tomoaki Fujino ①

When it was released in Japan, the film posed pointed questions about families with disabled relatives and issues of caregiving, and interest continues as it opened in South Korea on the 29th of last month.
There’s a film that has sparked buzz on every front, from the source material—an older sister’s schizophrenia and the parents’ confinement of her—to the production of a private documentary recorded by the family, and to the theater release format despite the absence of IPTV, VOD, OTT, and other...
| 이화정
“Were the parents too harsh?” The behind-the-scenes story from director Tomoaki Fujino about a sister who spent 25 years locked away

“Were the parents too harsh?” The behind-the-scenes story from director Tomoaki Fujino about a sister who spent 25 years locked away

The film ‘What Should We Have Done?’ opens… It portrays the realities of psychiatric medicine in the 1980s and a family’s anguish, setting a record of 55 straight sellouts in Japan
“What Should We Have Done?” 25 years of seclusion… A painful choice by doctor parents A hot-ticket release in Japan with 55 consecutive sellouts, shining a light on psychiatric medical realities of the 1980s and the family’s dilemma Beyond one slice of tragedy: reflection on the other side of the...
| James choi
[Interview] “From ‘Adult Gimjangha’ to ‘Namtaeryeong,’ the Plaza Evolves.” Director Hyunji Kim ②

[Interview] “From ‘Adult Gimjangha’ to ‘Namtaeryeong,’ the Plaza Evolves.” Director Hyunji Kim ②

That “long, long night” with a felt temperature of minus 20°C became, somehow, the “brightest night.” “This cute and spicy struggle—that’s the core of Namtaeryeong!”
​ ▶ 〈Namtaeryeong〉 The interview with Director Hyunji Kim continues from Part 1. ​ I think you must have been thinking hard about the title. I also feel that the title 〈Namtaeryeong〉 has a tone that isn’t so different from 〈Adult Gimjangha〉.
| 이화정
[Interview] “In the Flow of the December 3 Coup Attempt, the Most Decisive Moment Is Namtaeryeong.” Director Kim Hyun-ji of ‘Namtaeryeong’ ①

[Interview] “In the Flow of the December 3 Coup Attempt, the Most Decisive Moment Is Namtaeryeong.” Director Kim Hyun-ji of ‘Namtaeryeong’ ①

Seventeen tractors belonging to the Korean National Federation of Farmers’ Clubs (JeonNong), pushing forward to stand up to a coup in the guise of “martial,” were blocked by police at Namtaeryeong in Seocho-gu, Seoul.
Since that unbelievable day—December 3, 2024, when the president declared a state of emergency—another day continued with nights full of uncertainty and anxiety. Seventeen tractors belonging to the Korean National Federation of Farmers’ Clubs , advancing to confront the president’s coup in the...
| 이화정
'Adult Kimjangha' Director Kim Hyun-ji’s New Film 'Namtaeryeong' Concludes a Press Conference Ahead of Its May 20 Release

'Adult Kimjangha' Director Kim Hyun-ji’s New Film 'Namtaeryeong' Concludes a Press Conference Ahead of Its May 20 Release

Capturing the new solidarity and records made by Twitter-obsessed outsiders who move between the scene and X (Twitter) Director Kim Hyun-ji and former National Council of Korean Farmers’ Unions Secretary-General Kwon Hyuk-ju, Ham Se-jin, Yongju, and others attend, shedding light on the meaning of the digital public square Media distribution preview screening and press conference wrap up successfully on May 14; the film will have its official theatrical release on May 20
〈Namtaeryeong〉 has wrapped up this press conference and is getting ready to meet the audience. 〈Namtaeryeong〉 is the new work by Director Kim Hyun-ji, who directed 〈Adult Kimjangha〉. It is a record of a new kind of solidarity created as Twitter-obsessed outsiders move back and forth between the...
| Seongchan Eol