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MOVIES‘Guitar Man’ Lee Sun-jung “The late Kim Sae-ron had a hard time during filming…She was a professional when acting”‘Guitar Man’ Lee Sun-jung praised the late Kim Sae-ron’s acting.On the morning of the 21st, a press conference for the movie ‘Guitar Man’ was held at Lotte Cinema World Tower 20 in Songpa-gu, Seoul.On this day, actress and director Lee Sun-jung and director Kim Jong-myeon attended the press conference.On this day, Lee Sun-jung recalled the time she was filming with the late Kim Sae-ron and said, “It’s true that it was the hardest at that time.We would talk about how hard it was even while eating.We were mostly in the car and didn’t come out.It was a compact car, and there was something like trying to avoid people.The strange thing is that when she was in front of the camera, she completely changed.Even in these situations, there were almost no NGs.She was professional when she was acting.Of course, she was human, so we had trouble once, but even in that uncomfortable situation, she was more affectionate than anyone else when acting.I felt that she would become a better friend in the fuMay 21, 2025
MOVIES‘Guitar Man’ Director Lee Sun-jung: “The late Kim Sae-ron’s life is sad…She appears in my dreams too”Director and actress Lee Sun-jung of ‘Guitar Man’, who worked together on the late Kim Sae-ron’s last work, expressed her longing for the late Kim Sae-ron.’Guitar Man’, which will be released on the 30th, is a musical film that depicts the loss, love, and journey of genius guitarist Ki-cheol(Lee Sun-jung)who tries to find hope through music and relationships even in the midst of a difficult reality.Lee Sun-jung, the CEO of Sungwon Pharmaceutical and member of Lee Sun-jung Band, took on the planning, production, script, and lead role in the film.The late Kim Sae-ron took on the role of Ki-cheol’s colleague and keyboardist Eugene.At the press preview held at Lotte Cinema World Tower in Songpa-gu, Seoul on the 21st, director Lee Sun-jung said, “As a colleague who worked with Kim Sae-ron on her last work, I feel a sense of responsibility,” and said, “I made a promise with Ms.Sae-ron.I promised her during my meeting that I would release this film by the end of May.So I told her that I wanteMay 21, 2025
MOVIES‘Guitar Man’ Lee Sun-jung “This place without the late Kim Sae-ron…It’s sad”‘Guitar Man’ Lee Sun-jung recalled working with the late Kim Sae-ron.On the morning of the 21st, a press conference for the movie ‘Guitar Man’ was held at Lotte Cinema World Tower 20 in Songpa-gu, Seoul.Actress and director Lee Sun-jung and director Kim Jong-myeon attended the press conference that day.On that day, Lee Sun-jung recalled working with the late Kim Sae-ron and said, “I had to keep seeing Sae-ron’s face while working.That was hard.I even had dreams.That was the hardest.” He said, “We should have sat here together and spent time together today, but I feel embarrassed and sorry that I came out alone.I cried a bit while watching the movie, and even though I watched it a thousand times while editing, I still think that Kim Sae-ron’s story is truly pitiful.” He also said, “At the time of casting, another actor was almost scheduled.When I asked Kim Sae-ron if we could meet one last time, there were some who dissuaded me.I was worried that even if we filmed, the movie might not bMay 21, 2025
MOVIESMoon Geun-young wins ‘New Actress Award’ at the 23rd Director’s Cut AwardsActress Moon Geun-young has won the Best New Actress Award at the 23rd Director’s Cut Awards.At the 23rd Director’s Cut Awards held on the 20th, Moon Geun-young won the Best New Actress Award in the Series category for her role in the Netflix series “Hellbound: Season 2(hereafter referred to as Hellbound 2).” The Director’s Cut Awards, now in its 23rd year, are a film awards ceremony hosted by DGK(Directors ‘Guild of Korea).Unlike existing film awards, the awards are selected and presented directly by Korean film directors, making them more meaningful.The Best New Actress category, where Moon Geun-young was honored, is given to an actor who has shown a face that we have never seen before.Last year, Moon Geun-young played the role of Teacher Haetsalban(Oh Ji-won), a key figure in the fanatic group Arrowhead, in’ Hell 2 ‘, and succeeded in a perfect acting transformation by delicately portraying the character’s transformation into a fanatic with her groundbreaking visuals.Moon Geun-youngMay 21, 2025
MOVIES“Is this two-shot real?” … Tom Cruise X BTS Jin, the meeting of two global starsTom Cruise, who is currently recording the overwhelming number 1 box office hit, appeared on YouTube content ‘Run Seok Jin’ and met Jin, the eldest brother of global top-tier group BTS.Tom Cruise appeared on YouTube channel BANGTANTV ‘Run Seok Jin’, which was released on the 20th, and captured the attention of global fans.He caught everyone’s attention by presenting colorful stories that showcase the special chemistry between the two global BTS.In the video, Jin started the interview with a witty greeting, “Do you know BTS ?” , and Tom Cruise immediately replied, “YES !” , showing natural chemistry from the very first moment.Jin then said, “The first movie I saw since I was able to watch movies when I was 15 was the ‘Mission Impossible’ series,” expressing his sincere affection for Tom Cruise.Tom Cruise also said, “Korean culture is really cool, the people are incredibly warm, the history is really interesting, and the food is really delicious,” expressing his special affection for KorMay 21, 2025
MOVIESComeback after 18 years… Zombie movie bible ‘28 Days Later’ sequel ‘28 Years Later’ to be released in JuneThe new sequel to the monumental zombie movie ‘28 Days Later’, which is returning after 18 years, ‘28 Years Later’ has released 7 press stills that vividly capture the world 28 years after the spread of the virus ahead of its June release.The released stills follow Spike(Alfie Williams), a boy who has gone outside the island for the first time since birth, and face the unfamiliar world occupied by the infected.The sight of Spike(Alfie Williams)running through the grass with his father Jamie(Aaron Johnson)creates a breathtaking tension by informing us of the unimaginable threat of the virus that has mutated over the years and the infected who have evolved even more terribly.In particular, from the naked appearance of the infected who have never been seen before to the bizarre scene of them being found hanging upside down in the ruins, the unpredictable development stimulates the curiosity of potential viewers.In addition, the scene of Spike and Jamie discovering something through a cracMay 21, 2025
MOVIES‘High Five’, Special Webtoon on the Origin of Superpowers ReleasedThe movie ‘High Five’ will be releasing a special webtoon by popular webtoon artist Jitung, in collaboration with Kakao Entertainment, on Kakao Page and Kakao Webtoon at 11 AM on Monday, May 26th.The comic action film ‘High Five’, which depicts the story of five people who accidentally gain different superpowers through organ transplants and meet those who covet their powers, is focusing attention by releasing spoiler cuts in an unusual collaboration with Kakao Page and Kakao Webtoon.It will present a special webtoon by webtoon artist Jitung, who is loved for his action fantasy genre works such as ‘Nodongbonsaek’, which recorded 100 million cumulative views, ‘Lee Jangbonsaek’, and ‘Yukgap: Six Gap’.As this is a meeting between the comic action film ‘High Five’ with the unique subject of superpowers transplanted with organs and the writer Jitung with a unique comic sensibility, this special webtoon is expected to properly target the tastes of MZ audiences by causing excessive immersionMay 21, 2025
MOVIESJo Jung-seok’s daughter became a zombie?…’Zombie Daughter’ aims for summer theaters‘Zombie Daughter’, which announced the return of ‘Summer Theater Powerhouse’ Jo Jung-seok, is raising expectations by releasing a teaser trailer.’Zombie Daughter’ (My Daughter Who Became a Zombie), which will be released in July, is a comic film that tells the story of a doting father who embarks on top-secret training to protect his daughter who has become the world’s last remaining zombie.Jo Jung-seok, Lee Jung-eun, Jo Yeo-jeong, Yoon Kyung-ho, and Choi Yu-ri star in the film, and it was directed by director Pil Gam-seong who directed ‘Hostage’ and ‘A Day of Luck ‘.The teaser trailer that was released this time presents pleasant laughter from the beginning with Jo Jung-seok’s clever acting as he imitates a zombie and escapes a life-or-death crisis, and raises expectations for his activities that have been in charge of summer theaters with the copy, “Jo Jung-seok is back this summer.” Jeong-hwan(Jo Jung-seok)visits Eunbong-ri, a seaside village where his mother Bam-soon(Lee Jung-eun)lMay 21, 2025
MOVIES‘The Strongest Combo’ Nick and Judy, New Character Gary…’Zootopia 2’ Trailer ReleasedThe sequel to the legendary animation ‘Zootopia’ has released a teaser trailer that not only features the return of familiar characters but also an expanded worldview and unpredictable storyline ahead of its November release.The teaser trailer released this time raises fans ‘expectations by foreshadowing the exciting storyline that will unfold with the upgraded’ Zootopia ‘and colorful characters through the cute copy, “Zootopia 2 is coming back.” The trailer begins with a scene where the strongest duo Judy and Nick are chased by a group of rhinoceros police officers, and the new snake character Gary joins in, foreshadowing an even more unpredictable development.They engage in a breathtaking chase throughout’ Zootopia’, and potential viewers are naturally drawn into the expanded worldview.In particular, the existing Sahara Desert, the snow and ice city Tundra Town, as well as the newly introduced underwater space, foreshadowing a much expanded scale and worldview than before, adding toMay 21, 2025
MOVIESShim Eun-kyung, ‘High Five’ GV participation…Supporting Director Kang Hyung-chul due to ‘Sunny’ connection⭐ One-line summary The youth of ‘Sunny’ is gone, but Shim Eun-kyung’s loyalty remains.Actress Shim Eun-kyung will appear in a special GV for the movie ‘High Five’ to keep her long-standing loyalty to director Kang Hyung-chul.The happy reunion that continues the emotion of ‘Sunny’ is raising the expectations of movie fans.Distributor NEW announced on the 20th, “The movie ‘High Five’ will hold a ‘Sunny Day GV’ at Megabox COEX on June 1st.” Director Kang Hyung-chul, actor Lee Jae-in, and the lead actress of ‘Sunny’ Shim Eun-kyung will attend the audience talk(GV)that day.Although Shim Eun-kyung does not appear directly in ‘High Five’, her participation in this GV is thanks to her strong relationship with director Kang through the movie ‘Sunny’, which mobilized 7.45 million viewers in 2011.Shim Eun-kyung will go on stage with ‘High Five’ lead Lee Jae-in and director Kang Hyung-chul to share the behind-the-scenes story and special episodes from the film and interact with the audience.This eMay 20, 2025
MOVIESPresident: “Wife is connected to shamanism? Fake news” … Will ‘Shinmyeong’ become the issue of the year?The movie ‘Shinmyeong’, which became a hot topic even before its release due to its main character reminiscent of the former First Lady, has focused the attention of netizens by releasing a meaningful trailer.’Shinmyeong’, which will be released on the 28th, is a work that depicts a breathtaking confrontation between Yoon Ji-hee, a woman who tries to seize power using mystical powers, and a journalist who uncovers a huge political conspiracy surrounding her.Meaningful scenes reminiscent of specific politicians are creating a buzz online, increasing anticipation for the movie.The teaser trailer released this time provides an even stronger shock by deeply capturing the specific events of the movie, more blatant shamanistic elements, and the conflicts between the characters.In particular, this teaser trailer begins with a decisive interview scene of presidential candidate Kim Seok-il(Joo Sung-hwan)saying, “My wife is connected to a shaman? That’s all fake news,” and has been heating up thMay 20, 2025
MOVIESOpening D -10 ‘High Five’ Korean Movie Ticket Pre-Orders Ranked 1stThe comic action film “High Five” from director Kang Hyung-chul of “Scandal Makers” and “Sunny” has achieved the top spot in advance ticket sales for Korean films.The film “High Five,” which is scheduled to be released on May 30, is drawing attention by achieving the top spot in advance ticket sales for Korean films.”High Five” is a comic action film that depicts the story of five people who accidentally gain different superpowers through organ transplants and their encounters with those who covet their abilities.According to the Integrated Computer Network for Movie Tickets, “High Five” took the top spot in advance ticket sales for Korean films as of 1:37 PM on Tuesday, May 20, surpassing 10% in advance ticket sales.This is the result of beating out strong competitors such as “Opposition Party” and “Breakthrough” that have been box office hits for a long time, as well as “Soju Wars” that is scheduled to be released on the same day, heralding the arrival of a comic action film that wilMay 20, 2025
MOVIES‘Iron Man’ successor appears? Marvel’s ‘Iron Heart’ confirmed for release on June 25thDisney+’s new Marvel television original series ‘Ironheart’ has confirmed its release date of June 25th, and has released a teaser poster and teaser trailer.’Ironheart’ is a work that fully captures the story of Riri Williams(Dominique Thorne), a character who first appeared in the movie ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’, and depicts the process in which Riri, a genius with a genius brain, creates her own suit and finds her own path.Ryan Coogler, who directed ‘Black Panther’ and ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’, participated as an executive producer.In the released poster, Riri Williams’ suit, which shows off red energy against a dark background, catches the eye.The copy, “Every dream comes with a responsibility”, tells the story of Riri who must make a choice between her beliefs and abilities.The trailer that was released together begins with Riri returning to her hometown of Chicago and her ambition to make a name for herself in the world by developing an iron suit in her own way.He sMay 20, 2025
MOVIESBae Young-ran, Kim Sia become mothers… Casting for ‘Summer Camera’ [Official]Actress Bae Young-ran has been cast as ‘Yoo-ju’ in the film ‘Camera of Summer’ (directed by Seong-seon).’Camera of Summer’ starring Bae Young-ran is a film about Yeoreum(played by Kim Sia), who picks up her father Ji-hoon’s heirloom camera to take pictures of Yeon-woo, whom she fell in love with at first sight, and is confused when she encounters memories of her father Ji-hoon’s high school days.Following its official invitation to BFI Flare Film Festival in the UK, the film was also nominated for the Korean Competition section of the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival, where it won the ‘Nongshim Shin Ramyun Award’, receiving recognition for both its artistic quality and its production value.Through this award, not only the film but also Bae Young-ran’s acting has once again drawn attention.In the film, Bae Young-ran plays the role of Yoo-ju, Ji-hoon’s wife and Yeoreum’s mother.Although she is a bright and warm person, she portrays the complex inner self of Yoo-ju, who lives silenMay 20, 2025
MOVIESJames Bond Who Loved Men? Daniel Craig Takes on a ‘Queer’ RomanceDaniel Craig, who played James Bond in the ‘007’ series, which is synonymous with macho characters, is garnering attention from global audiences by challenging a queer romance.This is through ‘Queer’, the new film by Luca Guadagnino, director of ‘Call Me by Your Name’.’Queer’ is a film that depicts the story of Lee, a writer who was enjoying a debaucherous life of drugs and alcohol in 1950s Mexico City, falling for the beautiful young man Eugene.In the film, Lee, played by Daniel Craig, is a writer who is addicted to drugs and alcohol and leading a meaningless daily life.He falls in love with Eugene, a young man whom he meets by fate, at first sight and unhesitatingly courts him.Lee’s pitiful longing for Eugene, who continues to be mysterious, is expected to leave a deep impression on the hearts of audiences and resonate with them.Daniel Craig previously captivated the hearts of people around the world by playing James Bond, the main character of the ‘007’ series, for 16 years.At the sMay 20, 2025
MOVIESNick and Judy Return… Sequel ‘Zootopia 2’ Set for Release in November after 9 YearsNick and Judy are back.The sequel to Disney’s legendary animation ‘Zootopia’, which recorded box office sales of 1.02 billion dollars worldwide in 2016, will be released in November after 9 years.The poster released along with the news of the November release captures the attention of Judy, the rabbit police officer who has been loved as the best Disney combo, Nick, the fox con artist, and the mysterious new character, Gary the snake, who is wrapped around them.’Zootopia 2’ will contain the story that unfolds as Judy and Nick go undercover in new districts to chase down the mysterious reptile that has turned ‘Zootopia City’ upside down.In particular, the new blue snake character Gary appears as a character who holds the key to the case, foreshadowing an even richer story.Meanwhile, this film was once again directed by Byron Howard of ‘Zootopia’, and Jared Bush, who directed ‘Encanto: The Magical World’ and participated in the scripts for ‘Zootopia’ and ‘Moana’, participated in the direMay 20, 2025
MOVIESThis time, sniping the president?… A satirical, chilling ‘Shinmyeong’The movie “Shinmyeong” that heated up the internet with just its trailer is now turning its attention to the president.If the previously released launch trailer caused an explosive reaction with the meaningful copy, “The night when both God and evil were silent, everything started from her” and actress Kim Gyu-ri’s overwhelming presence, the teaser trailer released this time delivers an even stronger shock by capturing the specific incidents of the movie, more blatant shamanistic elements, and the conflicts of the characters in greater depth.In particular, this teaser trailer begins with a resolute interview scene of presidential candidate Kim Seok-il(played by Joo Sung-hwan)saying, “My wife is connected to a shaman? That’s all fake news,” and has been heating up the internet since its release.This line is reminiscent of the actual former presidential candidate days, and the first scene of the trailer is said to make the audience feel a strong sense of deja vu and a direct satire on reMay 20, 2025
MOVIESLee Jae-in → Park Jin-young ‘High Five’, I’ll show you the hidden ‘long-term’…Stills releasedThe movie ‘High Five’ has released 12 press stills.’High Five’ is a comic action film that depicts the story of five people who accidentally gain different superpowers through organ transplants and meet those who covet their powers.The released press stills are drawing attention by foreshadowing the diverse activities and pleasant chemistry of the team ‘High Five’.First, the scene where ‘Wanseo’, ‘Jisung’, and ‘Seonnyeo’, who received a heart, lungs, and kidney transplant from a mysterious donor and gained superpowers, have their first meeting at a chicken restaurant is hilarious, and expectations are high for the activities of the team ‘High Five’, which has become even stronger with the addition of ‘Yakseon’, who received a liver transplant.Since these people, who are all different in age, occupation, and personality, formed a team with only one thing in common - superpowers, attention is focused on the unimaginable teamwork and unpredictable developments that the unique characters wMay 20, 2025
MOVIESPresidential Candidate: “My Wife is Related to Shamanism? It’s Fake News” (Shin Myung)Ahead of the movie ‘Shinmyeong’s ‘release on May 28th, a teaser trailer with even more powerful and shocking content was released on the 20th at midnight through the’ Open Empathy TV ‘YouTube channel, drawing attention.The first Korean occult political thriller,’ Shinmyeong ‘, which has already set the internet ablaze with just the release of its launch poster and trailer, is set to paralyze the internet once again by releasing a teaser trailer with even more powerful and shocking content on the’ Open Sympathy TV ‘YouTube channel at midnight on the 20th, ahead of its release on May 28th.If the previously released launch trailer caused an explosive reaction with its meaningful copy, “The night when both God and evil were silent, everything started with her” and actress Kim Gyu-ri’s overwhelming presence, the teaser trailer released this time delivers an even stronger shock by more deeply capturing the specific events of the film, more blatant occult elements, and the conflicts of the chMay 20, 2025
MOVIES“Incarnation of Power = First Lady” … ‘Shinmyeong’ Kim Gyu-ri’s Unconventional Transformation, Poster Revealed‘Shinmyeong’, which has emerged as a controversial film of the year with a protagonist and story reminiscent of the former First Lady, has released a teaser poster with strong symbolism and mystery ahead of its release on the 28th.The teaser poster released this time centers around the main character Yoon Ji-hee(Kim Gyu-ri)with her face covered, and the pink skirt and blood-red plum blossoms that catch the eye are placed at the center, leaving a deep impression.In the film, Yoon Ji-hee is an incarnation of power who uses mysterious powers to take the position of the First Lady.The red liquid flowing down the hem of the skirt in the poster and the plum blossom branches that bloom strangely move between beauty and eeriness, intuitively making us feel the occult tension of the film.In particular, the plum blossoms are a symbolic material that contains the meanings of ‘sorcery’, ‘death’, and ‘judgment’, and together with the poster text, “I sat in the place of the dead alive”, it hints atMay 19, 2025