Will the North American craze ‘Minecraft Movie’ work in Korea too?

The Hollywood film ‘Minecraft Movie’, which is enjoying a ‘whirlwind’ of popularity in North America, will land in domestic theaters on the 26th.In line with this, tension is also growing for Korean films that are scheduled to be released around the same time.’Minecraft Movie’ starring Jack Black, Jason Momoa, etc.is a blockbuster film based on the game ‘Minecraft’ which was released in 2011 and became the ‘best-selling video game of all time’.It depicts the adventures of the main characters who are sucked into the ‘Overworld’ where everything turns into squares.Thanks to the popularity of the original game, the film, which was released in North America and Europe on the 4th, earned $157 million in three days, setting a ‘new record for the opening of a movie based on a game’, and recorded $550.6 million in worldwide revenue in two weeks, beating ‘Captain America: Brave New World’ to become the highest-grossing global film of the year.In North America in particular, it has become a tren

Kim Shin-rok and Seo Hyun-woo host the opening ceremony of the Jeonju International Film Festival

Actors Kim Shin-rok and Seo Hyun-woo will host the opening ceremony of the 26th Jeonju International Film Festival.According to the Jeonju International Film Festival Organizing Committee on the 16th, they will host the opening ceremony of the film festival, which will be held at the Moakdang of the Jeonju Korean Traditional Music Center from the 30th to May 9th.The organizing committee explained the reason for the selection, saying, “Kim Shin-rok is an actor who presents detailed and unique acting based on a deep understanding of the work and the character regardless of the genre, and Seo Hyun-woo is also drawing attention for his solid acting skills that deeply penetrate the work and portray a living character.” This is the first time that Kim Shin-rok and Seo Hyun-woo will host the opening ceremony of an international film festival held in Korea.Kim Shin-rok is receiving love from the public for his unique acting in JTBC drama “The Youngest Son of a Chaebol Family” and Netflix’s “He

Kim Ae-kyung, Separated from Husband for 17 Years “We Tried to Live Together, But…” (Perfect Life)

On TV CHOSUN ‘Perfect Life’, ‘the original queen of nasal sounds’ actress Kim Ae-kyung and her husband will appear together to reveal their daily lives as a couple ‘separately yet together’.The meeting of the ‘two major nasal sounds’ in Korea will be depicted.As soon as Kim Ae-kyung appeared, she caught everyone’s attention by saying, “I’m actress Kim Ae-kyung~” with her unchanging nasal sound.MC Hyun Young said, “When I was a rookie, my nickname was ‘Little Kim Ae-kyung’.It’s so nice to meet you, teacher~” and warmly welcomed her.MC Oh Ji-ho said, “The two nasal sounds of Korea have met” and suggested, “If you show me the teacher’s catchphrase ‘Excuse me’ first, how about(Hyun Young)imitating it right away?” Kim Ae-kyung responded, “You shouldn’t be smart, you should open your eyes and act like a screw is loose” and showed an original demonstration that was different from the others(?), making the studio laugh.The daily lives of the Kim Ae-kyung couple, who appeared in the studio hold

Lee Hye-young → Kim Sung-chul, all ‘trusted treasures’ mobilized…’Breakthrough’ press stills released

The movie ‘Breakthrough’ has released 11 second press stills.The action drama ‘Breakthrough’, which depicts an intense confrontation between the legendary killer ‘Jo-gak’, who has been active in an organization that deals with cockroach-like humans for 40 years, and the mysterious killer ‘Tu-wu’ who has chased him all his life, has released 11 second press stills that allow you to see the overwhelming acting skills of the actors who have been recognized by everyone and their breathtaking tension.The 11 second press stills released this time capture the intense acting of the actors who have perfectly immersed themselves in their characters and the immersive development, drawing attention.First, ‘Jo-gak’ (Lee Hye-young), who subdues her opponent with sharp eyes while covered in blood, proves her extraordinary presence by showing the appearance of a legend that all killers fear.The fierce clash scene with the mysterious young killer ‘Tu-wu’ (Kim Sung-chul)not only presents an overwhelming

Romance after 15 years… Bae Doo-na of ‘Virus’ “I missed soft works”

Actress Bae Doo-na is coming out to spread the ‘love virus’ in theaters in May.Having shown ‘bloody action’ acting through ‘Family Plan’ last year, she will present a ‘pink romance’ perfect for a spring theater outing with the movie ‘Virus’, which deals with a unique love story, hitting the screens on May 7.Based on the novel ‘Extreme Youth’ by author Lee Ji-min, Bae Doo-na plays the role of Taek-seon, a translator infected with the ‘toxovirus’ that makes him feel good inexplicably and develops strong feelings for others against his will.This is a unique character who spends her days in a ‘depressed mode’ with no motivation or laughter due to her ‘love cells’ disappearing early on, and suddenly begins to see the world in a ‘pink’ light due to infection with the ‘toxovirus’.This film is drawing attention as it is Bae Doo-na’s first romance film in 15 years since ‘Air Doll’ in 2010, having focused on genre films such as ‘Level Moon’, ‘Family Planning’, ‘Secret Forest’, and works with str

‘Action Exorcism’ Ma Dong-seok ‘Holy Night’, Special Poster Released

The movie ‘Holy Night: Demon Hunters’ has released two special posters with a unique aura, drawing attention.’Holy Night: Demon Hunters’, which is receiving the spotlight for its exhilarating exorcism action that has never been seen before, is an occult action film in which a city is thrown into chaos by a group that worships evil, and the dark problem solvers ‘Holy Night’ team Bau(Ma Dong-seok), Sharon(Seo Hyun), and Kim Gun(Lee David)with special abilities punish the evil group.The two special posters that were released show the characters with strong visuals radiating their individuality and charm.Bau(Ma Dong-seok), who will show off powerful action exorcism with his special powers that he was born with, exudes an unapproachable aura, raising curiosity about the spectacular action he will show.’Sharon’ (Seo Hyun), who senses the presence of evil and reveals its identity to exorcise it, focuses attention with her professional appearance holding various exorcism tools in her hands.’Ki

Bae Doo-na, selfish curves~

Bae Doo-na is being interviewed at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Director Kang Yi-kwan ‘Be happy with the love virus~’

Director Kang Yi-kwan poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Kim Yun-seok, transformed from a cruel devil to a preacher of love!

Kim Yun-seok poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Kim Yun-seok, the love virus doctor~

Kim Yun-seok poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Kim Yun-seok, spreading the love virus to the world~

Kim Yun-seok poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Bae Doo-na, secretly sexy fashion~

Bae Doo-na poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Bae Doo-na ‘Falling in love with the charm of a ball heart’

Bae Doo-na poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Heart-Aiming Bae Doo-na ‘Shall We Find Love?’

Bae Doo-na poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Bae Doo-na, a love evangelist with a pink heart!

Bae Doo-na poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Bae Doo-na, the more you look at her, the prettier she looks~

Bae Doo-na poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Jang Ki-ha ‘Pure Love Spreader~’

Jang Ki-ha poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Jang Ki-ha ‘Look forward to appearing in the movie~’

Jang Ki-ha poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Jang Ki-ha, I’ll spread the virus!

Jang Ki-ha poses for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com

Movie ‘Virus’ A virus in love!

Director Kang Yi-kwan, Kim Yun-seok, Bae Doo-na, and Jang Ki-ha pose for the camera at the production report meeting for the movie ‘Virus’ held at Megabox COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 16th.Reporter Kim Min-seong marineboy@donga.com