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  KOFIC to invest in medium-budget films to revitalize local cinema

  film industry-investment KOFIC to invest in medium-budget films to revitalize local cinemaSEOUL, Jan. 23 (Yonhap) -- The Korean Film Council (KOFIC) on Thursday laid out a plan to bolster the producti
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  CGV Opens World’s 1st 4-Screen ScreenX Theater in Seoul

  SEOUL, Jan. 23 (Yonhap) -- CGV has unveiled the world’s first theater equipped with four-screen projection on Thursday, featuring screens on the front, sides, and ceiling. Cho Jin-ho, head of CGV’s D
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  Son Suk-ku and Choi Hee-seo Make Hollywood Debut in Independent Film 'Bedford Park'

  SEOUL, Jan. 23 (Yonhap) -- Actors Son Suk-ku and Choi Hee-seo are set to make their Hollywood debuts in the independent film Bedford Park, according to Son’s agency, Stannum, on Thursday. Son will p
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  Hong Sang-soo's latest work in competition at 2025 Berlin film festival

  SEOUL, Jan. 21 (Yonhap) -- "What Does That Nature Say to You," the latest work by South Korean director Hong Sang-soo, has been chosen for competition at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival, which kicks off next month. The Korean
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  Netflix's 'The Trauma Code' aims to redefine medical dramas with action, comedy

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, Jan. 21 (Yonhap) -- Netflix's upcoming Korean original series "The Trauma Code: Heroes on Call" is like a miracle drug -- a witty and heartfelt narrative led by a legendary surgeon with superhero-like qualities,
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  Director Park Chan-wook completes filming long-awaited 'No Other Choice'

  SEOUL, Jan. 21 (Yonhap) -- Award-winning director Park Chan-wook has recently completed filming his latest movie, "No Other Choice," distributor CJ ENM said Tuesday.The film began filming last August and is aimed for release later this ye
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  Bong Joon-ho introduces 'Mickey 17' as sci-fi film that 'feels deeply human'

  By Shim Sun-ahSEOUL, Jan. 20 (Yonhap) -- Director Bong Joon-ho, known for his Oscar-winning film "Parasite," described his Hollywood debut, "Mickey 17," as a new type of sci-fi film that "feels deeply human" during
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  Pregnancy rumors circulating about director Hong Sang-soo's partner, Kim Min-hee

  movie director-partnerPregnancy rumors circulating about director Hong Sang-soo's partner, Kim Min-heeSEOUL, Jan. 17 (Yonhap) -- Acclaimed South Korean filmmaker Hong Sang-soo and his longtime par
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  Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17' invited to Berlin Film Festival

  SEOUL, Jan. 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korean director Bong Joon-ho's new film "Mickey 17" has been invited to the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, which will be held in Germany next month.The festival office announced Thursday (Ger
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  Award-winning 'Squid Game' designer shares insights on sets, color choices for Season 2

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, Jan. 16 (Yonhap) -- After the runaway success of Netflix's Korean original series "Squid Game," Chae Kyoung-sun, the production designer, was initially tempted to enhance her artistic vision in the second season
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  Netflix Series 'Bloodhounds' Season 2 Confirmed: Rain Takes on His First Villain Role

  SEOUL, Jan. 16 (Yonhap) -- The Netflix original series Bloodhounds, which follows boxers who use their fists to take down the underworld, is set to return for Season 2. Netflix announced on Thursday
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  Movie Merchandise Draws Viewers to Theaters

  SEOUL, Jan. 16 (Yonhap) -- Marketing strategies involving movie merchandise, or "goods," are becoming increasingly diverse to attract audiences back to theaters. From traditional posters
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  T.O.P talks confronting his past through 'Squid Game' role as fallen drug addict Thanos

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, Jan. 16 (Yonhap) -- For rapper-turned-actor Choi Seung-hyun, portraying the eccentric drug addict Thanos in "Squid Game" Season 2 was both a cathartic and challenging experience, as the role compelled him to confront
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  KBS to remove footage from UNESCO site over damage complaints

  SEOUL, Jan. 15 (Yonhap) -- KBS decided to discard film footage shot at a UNESCO World Heritage site following accusations that it caused damage by hammering nails into the structures, sources said We
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  Shim Hyung-tak Welcomes 1st Son After 1.5 Years of Marriage

  SEOUL, Jan. 15 (Yonhap) -- Actor Shim Hyung-tak, 47, has become a father to a baby boy. According to his agency, Alomalo Humane, Shim's wife gave birth to their first child on January 14. "
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  (Movie Review) 'Secret: Untold Melody,' a well-crafted remake that lacks original's magic

  By Shim Sun-ahSEOUL, Jan. 15 (Yonhap) -- Taiwan's 2007 fantasy-music-romance film "Secret" is widely regarded as a cornerstone of the revival of Taiwanese cinema and remains a beloved classic among Korean audiences.After its release,
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  'Squid Game' 2 dominates Netflix charts for 3rd week

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, Jan. 15 (Yonhap) -- "Squid Game" Season 2 continues to captivate global audiences, holding the No. 1 position on Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English TV chart for three consecutive weeks, the streaming giant said
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  Lee Ho-won to Hold Solo Fan Meeting in Japan on Valentine's Day

  SEOUL, Jan. 14 (Yonhap) -- South Korean actor Lee Ho-won will host a solo fan meeting in Japan this Valentine’s Day, his agency said on Tuesday. "You are invited to Lee Ho-won’s solo fan meeti
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  Shin Hyun-joon Calls Film 'Thunderstruck Cop' Last Gift from Late Actress Kim Soo-mi

  SEOUL, Jan. 14 (Yonhap) -- "Seeing the poster of me with 'Mom' (Kim Soo-mi) at the theater overwhelmed me. She had said, 'Let's go on shows and promote the movie before its rele
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  'Harbin' tops box office for 3rd consecutive weekend, surpasses 4 mln admissions

  SEOUL, Jan. 13 (Yonhap) -- The Korean historical drama "Harbin" has maintained its position at the top of the box office for a third consecutive weekend, attracting over 4 million viewers.The film drew an additional 308,000 viewers from F