Tag: Choi Min Sik

14 Must See “Korean Mafia” Films That Will Make Your Eyes Bleed

Korean mafia is a staple of many Korean films. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly what the cause of love for organized crime is. In any culture organized crime is depicted as being “cool” and “macho” in many ways. In the past, “Kim Doo Han” was a crime boss leader that actually did resist the Japanese… Continue reading 14 Must See “Korean Mafia” Films That Will Make Your Eyes Bleed

South Korean Films: How Do They Portray North Koreans?

In the Republic of Korea, besides issues with Japan, North Korea is constantly looming around in the back of the people’s collective consciousness. Why am I suddenly writing about this? On July 6, we wrote about North Korea having a girl group that can be considered similar to the Girls’ Generation. It looks as though… Continue reading South Korean Films: How Do They Portray North Koreans?

Choi Min Sik to Appear in Upcoming Film “Myung Lyang” As General Yi Sun-sin?

The world renowned actor Choi Min Sik has a high chance of returning to the screen as Korea’s beloved general Yi Sun-sin in the upcoming film “Myung Lyang – Sea of Whirlwinds.” (General Yi Sun-sin is one of the most venerated heroes among Koreans today. He died at the Battle of Noryang on December 16, 1598.… Continue reading Choi Min Sik to Appear in Upcoming Film “Myung Lyang” As General Yi Sun-sin?

[Exclusive] New York Asian Film Festival Tickets Giveaway!

The New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF) runs from June 29th to July 15th this year, and we’ve teamed up with them to giveaway two pairs of tickets to our lovely Soompiers! The film is on its 11th year, and features an extremely diverse set of films that are guaranteed to keep everyone thoroughly entertained. Korean… Continue reading [Exclusive] New York Asian Film Festival Tickets Giveaway!

The Film “Nameless Gangster" Reaches 4 Million Viewers

Choi Min Sik and Ha Jung Woo’s “Nameless Gangster” reached 4 million viewers. On February 28 KOFIC announced that on February 27 “Nameless Gangster” had 47,559 viewers. That puts the total viewers of “Nameless Gangster” at 4,035,230. “Nameless Gangster” was released on February 2, and within 25 days it has surpassed 4 million viewers. Within 2012 it is the film that has made 4 million viewers within the shortest amount of time.

Why Did Choi Min Sik Hug Sharon Stone at Cannes?

On the “Healing Camp, Aren’t You Happy” episode that was broadcast on February 6 Choi Min Sik talked about his experiences at the Cannes International Film Festival. Choi Min Sik had the honor of appearing at the Cannes International Film Festival for the films “Strokes of Fire,” and “Old Boy.” He stated that every time he stepped on the red carpet, it was a moving experience. However, there were times when viewers of Choi Min Sik films left while cursing. Choi Min Sik stated that despite that fact, he still enjoyed going to Cannes for the film festival.

Ha Jung Woo "Acting with Choi Min Shik Was the Best"

On January 19, actor Ha Jung Woo talked about his experience working with senior actor Choi Min Sik at the press conference for their film, "Nameless Gangster." "While acting, I often feel a sense of loneliness when I’m standing in front of the camera after the action sign is given. Having to act in an uncomfortable atmosphere with such loneliness makes it that much harder. Fortunately, I met a great cast in this project, and Choi Min Sik and I regard each other with infinite trust and warmth. It was because of him that I was able to properly portray my character of Choi Hyung Bae," Ha Jung Woo stated.

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