On October 30, Movie “Snow Piercer” opened on 300 screens in France, setting the record for the most widely released Korean movie in France to date. 2006 movie “The Host,” another movie by director Bong Joon Ho, drew ten million viewers in Korea, and was released on 223 screens in France. Compared to previous Korean… Continue reading ‘Snow Piercer’ Premieres on 300 Screens in France
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G-Dragon, EXO, Cho Yong Pil, Lee Jong Suk: Who Will Be 2013’s Top “Style Icon”?
Returning “King of Singers” Cho Yong Pil, icon-of-everything G-Dragon, trend idols EXO, 21st century gentleman Lee Jong Suk… Amongst these nominees, who will be this year’s top “Style Icon?”” The “2013 Style Icon Awards (2013 SIA)” revealed all 50 nominees on October 2. The concept for this year’s “Style Icon Awards” is a special existence,… Continue reading G-Dragon, EXO, Cho Yong Pil, Lee Jong Suk: Who Will Be 2013’s Top “Style Icon”?
Kim Soo Hyun To Take Up Narrator Role in Bong Joon Ho Documentary Special
Actor Kim Soo Hyun took up the role of narrator for MBC‘s documentary special on director Bong Joon Ho. Bong Joon Ho is a renown director, whose work has captivated all audiences and critics. The documentary itself delves into the world of Bong Joong Ho to explore his directing style, tenacious personality, and tireless devotion behind… Continue reading Kim Soo Hyun To Take Up Narrator Role in Bong Joon Ho Documentary Special
British Actor John Hurt Joins Director Bong Joon Ho’s "Transperceneige"
The British actor John Hurt will join on the cast of director Bong Joon Ho’s “Transperceneige” or “Snow Piercer.” In an interview John Hurt stated, “The film staff showed great respect towards Bong Jun Ho. I am happy that I will be working with him.” Chris Evans will star in the film and Song Kang Ho is also a part of the cast.
"The Host" in 3D Will Premiere at the 2011 Pusan International Film Festival
The movie "The Host" will be shown in 3D for the first time at the 2011 Pusan International Film Festival. The original version was released in 2006 and set a box-office record in a very short amount of time. This is why many netizens and movie fans are early anticipating its release.
Several Korean Movies in the Lineup for the 64th Cannes Film Festival
Several Koreans will walk the red carpet at the 64th Cannes Film Festival, which takes place May 11-22, 2011.