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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘King’s Man’ 12 million viewers, Jang Hang-jun says, “I want to live freely... I hope to be forgotten soon”

Director Jang Hang-jun expressed his desire to be forgotten quickly despite his film 'King's Man' surpassing 12 million viewers, admitting the pressures of success.

Mar 12 • 01:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

In the 'Wangsa Nam' craze, Cheonan city says 'We're here too! The tomb of Han Myung-hoe is...'

Cheonan city promotes its own significance in light of the popularity of the film 'The King and the Clown,' highlighting the tomb of historical figure Han Myung-hoe.

Mar 10 • 09:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mo Eun-young, Chairperson of the Seoul Independent Film Festival, Appointed Director of the Korean Film Archive

Mo Eun-young has been appointed as the new Director of the Korean Film Archive, serving a three-year term until March 2029.

Mar 9 • 08:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Director Jung Yoon-seok Wins Best Award at the 4th Korean Independent Film Awards for Documenting the 'Western District Court Riot'

Director Jung Yoon-seok has been awarded the top prize at the 4th Korean Independent Film Awards for his documentary work capturing the events surrounding the arrest warrant issued for former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

Mar 9 • 05:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Unstoppable 'Wangsanam' Syndrome Surpasses 11 Million

The South Korean film 'Wang and the Man' has surpassed 11 million viewers just 33 days after its release, continuing its box office success beyond initial expectations.

Mar 8 • 09:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yoo Hae-jin, The Man Who Became the King of Box Office

Actor Yoo Hae-jin has solidified his status as a top box office draw in South Korea with his latest historical film 'The King and the Man', achieving his fifth film to surpass ten million admissions.

Mar 6 • 21:13 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘The Man Living with the King’ Breaks 10 Million... 34th Among Released Films

The historical drama 'The Man Living with the King' has surpassed 10 million viewers, marking it as the 34th film in history to achieve this milestone in South Korea.

Mar 6 • 10:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Director Jang Hang-jun: 'The million promise' was just a joke... Instead, I'll do this

Director Jang Hang-jun, who jokingly promised to change his name and undergo plastic surgery if his film reaches ten million viewers, has changed his stance and will instead host a coffee truck event for fans.

Mar 5 • 01:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The King and the Man: Approaching 10 Million Viewers... No Competing Films in Sight

The film 'The King and the Man' is nearing 10 million viewers, reviving the '10 million box office' phenomenon in Korean cinema.

Mar 4 • 08:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Pavane’ Captures Viewer Emotions without Provocative Elements with Netflix Melodrama

The Netflix film ‘Pavane’ has received acclaim for its poetic dialogue and literary qualities, avoiding sensationalism while topping viewership charts shortly after its release.

Mar 2 • 07:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

What does film mean to you?…Director Kim Dong-ho’s question at ninety

Kim Dong-ho, a legendary figure in Korean cinema, makes his directorial debut at the age of ninety with the documentary 'Mr. Kim Goes to the Movies,' exploring the meaning of cinemas in discussions with renowned directors.

Mar 1 • 05:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

The South Korean director Park Chan-wook will head the jury at the Cannes Festival

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the president of the jury for this year's Cannes Festival scheduled for May.

Feb 28 • 15:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

For the first time in the history of the festival.. a Korean director heads the jury of Cannes

For the first time in Cannes history, South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been selected to head the jury for the prestigious festival.

Feb 27 • 10:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Park Chan-wook to preside over Cannes jury, a first for Korean cinema

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed to lead the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking a historic moment for Korean cinema.

Feb 27 • 08:37 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Life & Tech

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to lead Cannes festival jury

Park Chan-wook, renowned South Korean filmmaker, has been appointed to lead the jury at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 • 17:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook to Chair Jury at the Next Cannes Festival

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook will be the first South Korean to chair the jury at the Cannes Film Festival, succeeding French actress Juliette Binoche.

Feb 26 • 13:25 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to head the jury of the Cannes Film Festival

Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the president of the jury for the Cannes Film Festival, marking a historic first for South Korean cinema.

Feb 26 • 09:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

It has been announced who will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury

This will be the first time a South Korean will head the jury, symbolizing a deepening connection between the festival and Korean cinema.

Feb 26 • 09:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

North Korea broadcasts film about assassination attempt on Kim Jong-il. The attacker is a counter-revolutionary

A North Korean propaganda film depicting an assassination attempt on Kim Jong-il has been released, framing the attacker as a counter-revolutionary.

Feb 26 • 08:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Director Park Chan-wook to Chair Cannes Film Festival Jury... First Korean to Do So

Director Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the jury chairman for the 79th Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first Korean to hold this position.

Feb 26 • 05:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Park Chan-wook, president of the Cannes Film Festival jury 2026

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed president of the jury for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 • 04:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Memorial Stone for Eom Heung-do, Who Had 5 Million Viewers of 'The King’s Affection', Is Treated as an Outcast by the Village

A memorial stone for Eom Heung-do, commemorating his loyalty recognized in the hit film 'The King’s Affection', stands in Ulsan but faces neglect from the local community.

Feb 22 • 05:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

It Was Different Once I Saw It... 'The King and the Man' Became the 'Box Office King' During the Lunar New Year Holidays

The film 'The King and the Man' dominated the South Korean box office during the Lunar New Year holiday, attracting over 4.17 million viewers within two weeks of its release.

Feb 19 • 06:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

‘My Name Is’ By Director Jung Ji-young, Portraying the Jeju 4.3 Incident, Moves Berlin Audiences to Tears

Director Jung Ji-young's new film, 'My Name Is', premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, evoking strong emotional responses from the audience regarding the Jeju 4.3 Incident.

Feb 18 • 02:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Even If This Love Disappears From the World Tonight.. Hearts Don't Forget

The South Korean film 'Even If This Love Disappears From the World Tonight' takes a unique approach to romance, focusing on emotional honesty amid themes of memory loss.

Feb 16 • 05:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Paradox of 'Clean Death' amidst Suffering and Longing

The article examines the themes of love and death in the 1998 South Korean film ‘August's Christmas’ and reflects on the cultural attitudes towards death in Korea.

Feb 15 • 04:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Actress Choi Ji-woo appointed as ambassador for the Korean Diabetes Association

Actress Choi Ji-woo has been appointed as an ambassador for the Korean Diabetes Association, recognized for her empathetic portrayal of a mother of a child with type 1 diabetes in the movie 'Sugar', aligning with the association's mission to support diabetic patients and enhance healthcare quality.

Feb 5 • 12:23 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Review. A unique tale of warmth and lightness in a serial killer story

This article reviews the new film 'The Only Choice' directed by Park Chan-wook, which continues his exploration of crime thrillers.

Feb 5 • 07:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Korean film 'No Other Choice'... Dispelling the Illusion of Freedom

South Korean cinema has gained international acclaim over the past two decades for its compelling storytelling and deep social critiques, exemplified by films like 'No Other Choice' which explores economic pressures and social hierarchies.

Feb 5 • 06:51 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Feature Film 'Winter in Sokcho': Here Cooking is Done Exceptionally Well

In his quiet, observational feature film debut, director Koya Kamura explores life in a small South Korean town through the story of Sooha, who prepares a risky local delicacy, Fugu, as a special farewell gift.

Feb 4 • 19:17 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"The cinemas are empty" - Why Korea's film miracle is currently collapsing

South Korean cinema, celebrated globally after hits like 'Parasite' and 'Squid Game', faces a downturn as director Park Chan-wook expresses concerns about the industry's future and discusses his new film, 'No Other Choice', amidst threats posed by AI.

Feb 4 • 13:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

The Self-Contradiction of the Ministry of Culture and the Korean Film Council Approaching Support for Sexual Violence Victims as a 'Business'

The Korean Film Council ended its contract with the Korea Film Gender Equality Center, replacing it with a profit-oriented firm, leading to concerns over the stability and continuous support for sexual violence victims in the film industry.

Feb 4 • 07:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Korean 'John Wick'? 'Mantis' shows that style alone is not enough

The article discusses the film 'Mantis,' comparing it to 'John Wick' while emphasizing that mere style is insufficient for success.

Jan 9 • 13:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

Don't miss: Culinary battle or film Emotional Value awarded at Cannes

The article covers a Korean cooking show focused on gastronomy, a comedic film about parent-child relationships, jazz-folk fusion by Markéta Foukalová, a stage adaptation of Dostoevsky's 'The Idiot', and the tranquil paintings of artist Ivana Lomová.

Jan 9 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

The actor Ahn Sung-ki, legend of Korean cinema, has died at 74

South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki, a legendary figure in cinema with over 170 film credits, passed away at the age of 74 in Seoul after battling blood cancer for several years.

Jan 6 • 14:14 UTC

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