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Akiko Nakano’s ‘Nine Seconds of Peace’ Animation Surpasses 10 Million Views

Akiko Nakano’s ‘Nine Seconds of Peace’ Animation Surpasses 10 Million Views

More than 10.7 million views on X… Women artists voice concern amid attacks from far-right-leaning online commenters
The sobering side of Japanese society, where calls for ‘peace’ have become a target of ridicule A nine-second animation carrying an ‘anti-war’ message has become a sensation on social media in Japan. But its reception has also been marked by sharp mockery and criticism, prompting observers to say...
From Novelist to Global Master: Lee Chang-dong’s 30-Year Gaze on Society

From Novelist to Global Master: Lee Chang-dong’s 30-Year Gaze on Society

A first prize in 24 years since the Best Director award for “Oasis,” highlighting the meaning of class and love through a laid-off worker and a “silver-spoon” couple
Director Lee Chang-dong, 72, reaffirmed his stature as a global master by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival for “Possible Love,” his first film in eight years. After winning Best Director for “Oasis” in 2002, Lee added a new milestone to his international...
Two-Part Biopic Film About Charles de Gaulle, “The Battle for De Gaulle,” Soars at the Box Office, Drawing Nearly 5 Million Viewers on Word of Mouth

Two-Part Biopic Film About Charles de Gaulle, “The Battle for De Gaulle,” Soars at the Box Office, Drawing Nearly 5 Million Viewers on Word of Mouth

“A yearning for a figure to lead the integration”
In an era of division, the “savior” France calls back to the screen France’s theater scene is reviving its own historical hero on the big screen, sparking an unusual box-office surge. According to the British daily The Guardian, the two-part biographical film “The Battle for De Gaulle”, which...
'Pachinko' Min-ha Kim lands a surprise one-off spot as the sole presenter at Busan International Film Festival opening ceremony!

'Pachinko' Min-ha Kim lands a surprise one-off spot as the sole presenter at Busan International Film Festival opening ceremony!

Named a global rising star with Apple TV's 'Pachinko'… Festival kicks off with a 10-day run at Busan Cinema Center starting Oct. 6
Min-ha Kim, the sole MC for the 31st Busan International Film Festival opening ceremony… 'Pachinko' returns Oct. 6 opening ceremony held solo at Busan Cinema Center, with the overwhelming presence of a global star A global icon touches down in Busan, kicking off the festivities Actor 'Min-ha Kim',...
'Maurice Ravel' Marks 150th Birth Anniversary with 'Ravel: A Thousand Lights' — Megabox Launches Exclusive Theatrical Release on the 21st

'Maurice Ravel' Marks 150th Birth Anniversary with 'Ravel: A Thousand Lights' — Megabox Launches Exclusive Theatrical Release on the 21st

A dazzling performance documentary featuring Klaus Mäkelä and the Paris Orchestra. Special GV with cellist Song Min-je and critic Kim Moon-kyung
The return of a maestro beyond time, 'A Thousand Lights' stitched across the screen The astonishing musical world of the great 'Maurice Ravel' of French impressionist music comes to life flawlessly on screen. Megabox, commemorating the 150th anniversary of Ravel’s birth, has confirmed the release...
In 〈EUREKA〉, Shinji Aoyama Maps a Society Trapped in Endless Pain

In 〈EUREKA〉, Shinji Aoyama Maps a Society Trapped in Endless Pain

Praised as a landmark of 21st-century Japanese cinema, Shinji Aoyama’s 〈EUREKA〉 will open in South Korea on May 27. Originally released in 2000, 〈EUREKA〉 screened in competition at the 53rd Cannes Film Festival and drew lavish praise from leading contemporary critics such as Shigehiko Hasumi, who...
[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

[Interview] Yeon Sang-ho on 〈Gunche〉②: 'Seo Young-chul Is a Demagogue and the Swarm's Error ... I Wanted to Show the Fear of a Society Bound Only by Universal Thinking.'

※ The interview with 〈Gunche〉 director Yeon Sang-ho continues from Part 1. It's been 10 years since 〈Train to Busan〉. Did returning to zombies come with any pressure. "I didn't come in thinking, 'I have to do something new.
[Seong Chan-eol's Manga Books] A Class-Defying Romance That Slowly Seeps In Like Ink in Water 「Emma」

[Seong Chan-eol's Manga Books] A Class-Defying Romance That Slowly Seeps In Like Ink in Water 「Emma」

I'm obsessed with subculture. I check out anything that handles fresh stories, ideas, or characters—not only films but webtoons, games, comics, and animation. Having opened the door to the world of 'geek' through printed manga, I now read comics on e-books and webtoons on my smartphone—I've become...
Actor Lee Jae-ryong Transferred to Prosecution on Charges of Hit-and-Run and Driving Under the Influence... Past History Under Scrutiny.

Actor Lee Jae-ryong Transferred to Prosecution on Charges of Hit-and-Run and Driving Under the Influence... Past History Under Scrutiny.

Colliding with a central divider and fleeing, followed by additional drinking... Police applied the charge of 'interfering with sobriety tests.' Initially denying allegations, he later retracted his statement admitting to having 'four shots of soju.' This marks the third controversy following incidents in 2003 and 2019. Gangnam Police Station transferred him on the 18th without detention... Judgment made on attempted evidence destruction through 'drinking and driving tactics.'
Actor Lee Jae-ryong (62), who is suspected of causing a driving under the influence accident and fleeing the scene, has been handed over to the prosecution. In particular, this case is noteworthy due to the application of the so-called 'drinking and driving tactics' charge, as it involves...
KATSEYE, Selected by The Washington Post as One of the '50 People to Lead Society in 2026'... The Only K-Pop Group

KATSEYE, Selected by The Washington Post as One of the '50 People to Lead Society in 2026'... The Only K-Pop Group

"Honesty in Disclosing Sexual Orientation and Mental Health"... From the Grammys to Coachella
KATSEYE, a Korean-American girl group formed by HYBE and Geffen Records, has been named in The Washington Post's list of 'Post Next - 50 People Who Will Shape Our Society in 2026'. On the 9th , The Washington Post announced that KATSEYE was selected as a next-generation player in the arts and...