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Mon, December 23, 2024 | 00:57

‘Firefighters’ overcomes delays, setbacks to top box office spot

‘Firefighters’ overcomes delays, setbacks to top box office spot

'Firefighters,' a film based on a 2001 arson incident that claimed the lives of six firefighters, wrapped up filming in 2020 during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the release was repeatedly delayed due to the pandemic and a drunk driving incident involving lead actor Kwak Do-won, ultimately leaving the film shelved. In Korea, films like this are often referred ...

2024-12-22 16:43

Actor Hyun Bin almost 'burst into tears' after finishing shooting for 'Harbin'

Actor Hyun Bin almost 'burst into tears' after finishing shooting for 'Harbin'

Actor Hyun Bin felt immense pressure portraying a revered historical figure in the espionage thriller 'Harbin.' He admitted he almost 'burst into tears' upon completing the filming, the actor shared Thursday.

2024-12-19 16:26

'Harbin' captures Korea's resilience through time

'Harbin' captures Korea's resilience through time

'Harbin' is a film based on the life of Ahn Jung-geun (1879-1910), an independence activist who fought for Korea's freedom during Japan's 1910-45 colonial occupation. However, director Woo Min-ho emphasized that the political turmoil Korea is experiencing today is not significantly different from that of a century ago. He noted that viewers might find a sense of hope in the f...

2024-12-18 20:46

‘12.12: The Day’ director calls Yoon ‘out-of-his-mind president’

‘12.12: The Day’ director calls Yoon ‘out-of-his-mind president’

Kim Sung-su, the director of the film “12.12: The Day” (2023), criticized the short-lived Dec. 3 martial law fiasco, describing it as “a reckless coup by an out-of-his-mind president.” He made the remarks while accepting the Best Director award at the 11th Korean Film Producers Association Awards held in Mapo District, Seoul, on Tuesday.

2024-12-18 15:22

'Dark Nuns' brings fresh twist to exorcism genre

'Dark Nuns' brings fresh twist to exorcism genre

'Dark Nuns,' a new occult movie, introduces a fresh twist to the exorcism genre by casting nuns in roles typically reserved for priests, distinguishing it from its 2015 predecessor, 'The Priests,' while continuing to explore themes of exorcism.

2024-12-16 16:06

'Exhuma' earns 8 times its budget; 'Handsome Guys' posts 336% profit return

'Exhuma' earns 8 times its budget; 'Handsome Guys' posts 336% profit return

The top-grossing Korean film of the year is 'Exhuma,' drawing 11.91 million viewers to theaters, followed closely by 'The Roundup: Punishment' with 11.5 million viewers, a narrow gap of 410,000.

2024-12-16 08:25

Films 'Harbin,' 'Bogota: City of the Lost’ seek to revive box office amid political turmoil

Films 'Harbin,' 'Bogota: City of the Lost’ seek to revive box office amid political turmoil

Much-anticipated upcoming movies, such as 'Harbin,' starring Hyun Bin, and 'Bogota: City of the Lost,' featuring Song Joong-ki, are aiming to capitalize on a potential box office recovery following Saturday’s passage of the impeachment motion against President Yoon Suk Yeol.

2024-12-16 07:00

Celebs feel pressure to speak out about impeachment

Celebs feel pressure to speak out about impeachment

Celebrities are facing mounting pressure to speak out and participate in the nationwide movement to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, which was triggered by his recent declaration of martial law.

2024-12-13 17:26

Song Kang-ho's star power continues to wane at box office

Song Kang-ho's star power continues to wane at box office

Actor Song Kang-ho once reigned as the undisputed king of Korean cinema, with his name synonymous with box office successes and iconic roles that defined the 2000s and 2010s.

2024-12-11 18:39

Director Bong Joon-ho, film industry figures demand Yoon’s impeachment and arrest

Director Bong Joon-ho, film industry figures demand Yoon’s impeachment and arrest

Director Bong Joon Ho, actor Moon So-ri and 2,518 other members of Korea’s film community have issued a statement calling for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s suspension from office, impeachment and arrest.

2024-12-07 16:08

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