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Blinken calls on China to press N. Korea to end its 'dangerous' behavior
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New celebrity-endorsed therapy for face contouring requires only a pair of rubber bands
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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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[Weekender] How DDP emerged as an icon of Seoul
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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Doctor group's incoming head renews call for govt. to scrap medical school quota hike for dialogue
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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NewJeans pops out ‘Bubble Gum’ video amid troubles at agency
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[Music in drama] An ode to childhood trauma
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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My P.S. Partner (Korea)Opening Dec. 6Comedy. Drama. Romance. Directed by Byun Sang-hyun. Yoon-jung (Kim A-joong) is a beautiful young woman with only one unbearable flaw -- she craves attention. To get her boyfriend’s attention, she calls him for phone sex. But she accidentally calls a complete stranger. Meanwhile, Hyun-seung (Ji-sung), an amateur in relationships, hears that his ex-girlfriend has a new boyfriend and becomes consumed by jealousy. Suddenly, he gets an odd call from a mysterious w
Nov. 30, 2012
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Helen Mirren shows us the genius behind the genius: Mrs. Hitchcock
It’s been 30 years since Alfred Hitchcock died, and more than 50 years since his most famous film ― “Psycho.” So while his name, reputation and image remain in the public consciousness, generations have grown up not knowing much more than that about him.And if casual film fans don’t know Sir Alfred well, they certainly know even less about his wife, Alma Reville. His one-time boss, his editor, confidante and sounding board, Alma steps into the spotlight in the glamorous form of Dame Helen Mirren
Nov. 30, 2012
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Mikhail Pletnev to lead new KBS orchestra today
Friday evening will be a historical moment for the 56-year-old KBS Symphony Orchestra as it will stage its very first performance as an incorporated foundation at Seoul Arts Center in southern Seoul. The transition was made in September. Russian conductor, Mikhail Pletnev, has a heavy load on his shoulders as he is expected to lead the orchestra, which suffered an internal dispute over the former chief conductor Hahm Shin-ik and other members for nearly a year. The orchestra management hinted th
Nov. 29, 2012
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In elf ears and wizard hats, ‘Hobbit’ fans rejoice
WELLINGTON (AP) ― Wearing elf ears and wizard hats, sitting atop their dad’s shoulders or peering from balconies, tens of thousands of New Zealanders watched their favorite “Hobbit’’ actors walk the red carpet at the film trilogy’s hometown premiere.An Air New Zealand plane freshly painted with “Hobbit’’ characters flew low over Wellington’s Embassy Theatre, eliciting roars of approval from the crowd.Sam Rashidmardani, 12, said he came to see Gollum actor Andy Serkis walk the red carpet ― and he
Nov. 29, 2012
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The presidential politics of film
On the night of Nov. 12, Megabox COEX in southern Seoul was filled with flashing lights and celebrities walking the red carpet. It was the VIP premiere of director Jeong Ji-young’s latest film “National Security.”Among the big-name figures were top actors Park Joong-hoon and Seol Kyung-koo, and celebrated filmmakers Kang Je-kyu and Ryu Seung-wan. Then the unexpected guests showed up; four presidential candidates from the opposition bloc, including the Democratic United Party’s Moon Jae-in and th
Nov. 28, 2012
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‘Moonrise Kingdom,’ ‘Silver Linings’ lead Spirit Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― The oddball romances “Moonrise Kingdom” and “Silver Linings Playbook” picked up five nominations each Tuesday to lead the Spirit Awards honoring independent film.Both films are competing for the best-picture prize at the Spirit Awards, one of Hollywood’s first big announcements on the long road to the Oscars.Also competing for best picture are the father-daughter tale “Beasts of the Southern Wild”; the black comedy “Bernie”; and the gay drama “Keep the Lights On.”“Silver Linin
Nov. 28, 2012
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Woman locked up in Alec Baldwin NY stalking case
Police surprised a Canadian actress accused of stalking Alec Baldwin by locking her up again Tuesday at the close of an otherwise-routine court appearance.Authorities wouldn‘t discuss why Genevieve Sabourin was re-arrested in Manhattan. But a judge had ordered her to stay away from the ``30 Rock’‘ star, and there were recent media reports that she had posted angry tweets about his new wife.``Why am I being arrested?’‘ she asked as she was led away in handcuffs.Defense attorney Rick Pasacreta con
Nov. 28, 2012
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Hugh Jackman returns as Jean Valjean
Local musical fans were delighted last month by the arrival of the first licensed Korean production of the legendary musical “Les Miserables.”Korea’s moviegoers will be seeing the show on the silver screen next month, produced by the theater performance’s original producer Cameron Mackintosh and starring popular actor Hugh Jackman.Prior to the movie’s opening in December, Jackman, who has a huge fan base in Korea, visited Seoul, along with Mackintosh.“I’m very excited to be in Korea, Korea jjang
Nov. 27, 2012
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‘Juvenile Offender’ invited to international film fests
Homespun movie “Juvenile Offender” has been invited to a total of four international film festivals, after being previously featured at three film fests overseas, its local production house announced on Monday.A socially conscious tale about a troubled teen and his mother, the film by director Kang Yi-kwan has been previously featured at the Toronto International Film Festival, Tokyo International Film Festival and Taipei International Film Festival. Actor Seo Young-ju won best actor at Tokyo In
Nov. 26, 2012
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Police drama wins best picture at Chinese-language ‘Oscars’
ILAN, Taiwan (AFP) ― A Chinese police drama featuring a cast of amateur actors on Saturday became the surprise best picture winner at Taiwan’s annual Golden Horse Awards, dubbed the Chinese-language “Oscars.”“Beijing Blues,” directed by Gao Qunshu and about plain cloth police hunting down thieves and con artists in Beijing, also bagged best cinematography and best film editing awards.“This is really unexpected ... I am only an amateur director who shot a few films. I didn’t expect that I’d have
Nov. 25, 2012
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Movies based on webtoons flourish
Thanks to their popularity online, many webtoons, especially the works of Kang Full, have been made into movies. From political drama to murder thriller, these movies show off diverse genre and style. One of the most anticipated films this month, “26 Years,” is based on Kang’s 2006 work of the same title. The film tells the story of five ordinary people who together make a plan to assassinate the former president Chun Doo-hwan, for the massacre of innocent civilians while crushing a pro-democrac
Nov. 23, 2012
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Tone Deaf Clinic (Korea)Opening Nov. 29Comedy. Drama. Romance. Directed by Kim Jin-young. Dong-joo (Park Ha-sun) who has been tone-deaf since birth has a voice that is neither of a man nor woman. Everyone tells her that even her breathing is off-tune. Tired of being the victim of everyone’s mockery, Dong-joo finally decides to visit “Tone Deaf Clinic.” Tricked by the facility’s owner, she disguises herself as a high-school student for a discounted lesson fee and becomes a student. Shin Hong (Yoo
Nov. 23, 2012
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Ang Lee impressively brings ‘Pi’ to life
Science and spirit, technology and transcendence may sometimes be at war, but in “Life of Pi” ― Ang Lee’s spectacular take on the popular Yann Martel novel ― they instead make for graceful dance partners.The story of a boy who finds his faith challenged after being stranded at sea with only wild animals for company is made stunningly real by the latest developments in computer graphics and 3-D cinematography.The result is that a book that many might have considered best kept on the printed page
Nov. 23, 2012
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Lohan says red carpet ‘feels great’
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― Lindsay Lohan arrived an hour late to the red carpet to celebrate the premiere of “Liz & Dick” but basked in the media frenzy ― saying it felt good to have the focus on her work as an actress.“It feels great to be on a red carpet for working hard,” Lohan said.Lohan went for an old-Hollywood glamour look in a slinky ivory slip dress, her long hair wavy and parted on the side. Lohan plays screen icon Elizabeth Taylor in the made-for-TV film about her romance with Richard Burton
Nov. 23, 2012
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Cannes winners among Cinecube fest line-up
Cinecube Premiere Festival, a Seoul-based movie event featuring arthouse films, unveiled its line-up for this year’s edition. A total of 16 films, including five Cannes-winning works, will be screened during the upcoming event starting on Nov. 29, according to its organizing committee.The festival, hosted by Cinecube, one of the best known arthouse theaters in Seoul, offers moviegoers a chance to enjoy the premiere of the critically acclaimed works due to show in local theaters in December or ea
Nov. 23, 2012
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Director examines the world of Korean cinema
Celebrated director Chung Ji-young is making a lot of political remarks with his films lately, after breaking the 13-year hiatus in January with the highly controversial, real-life based courtroom drama “Unbowed.”Last month, he returned with “National Security,” another socially conscious, politically themed drama inspired by the true story of late politician and democracy activist Kim Geun-tae. The film was premiered during this year’s BIFF, and Chung received much attention from the press by s
Nov. 22, 2012
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Korean films break 100 million in attendance
Korean films are set to break the 100 million mark in attendance by Wednesday, according to the state-run Korean Film Council.As of Tuesday morning, some 99.8 million viewers had watched Korean films since the beginning of January. The milestone means Koreans saw at least two local films on average this year. Korean films enjoyed much success this year, at both the box office and film festivals. Two local films ― Choi Dong-hun’s star-studded heist film “The Thieves” and Choo Chang-min’s period d
Nov. 20, 2012
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Cannes-winning films to be released in Korea
Four Cannes-winning films, including “Amour” and “Beyond the Hills,” are opening in theaters in Korea, about six months after the movies won their awards.Austrian filmmaker Michael Haneke’s French-language film “Amour,” which won the highest prize at the Cannes Film Festival in May, is a heart-breaking story about the dying weeks in the relationship of an old French couple. The film, which has also been selected as the Austrian entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 85th Academy Awards,
Nov. 20, 2012
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'Skyfall' dominates weekend box office
"Skyfall," the latest Bond film, flew high this weekend, raking in $87.8 million for the No. 1 U.S. box office spot.The film stars Daniel Craig and Judi Dench, among others.The animated "Wreck-It Ralph" fell from No. 1 last weekend to No. 2, but still brought in a respectable $33.056 million.All studio estimates of gross U.S. receipts are via Box Office Mojo."Flight" was third with $15.1 million; "Argo" fourth with $6.745 million; "Taken 2" fifth with $4 million; "Here Comes the Boom" sixth wi
Nov. 20, 2012
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Tolkien’s grandson says film deeply hurt his family
The grandson of “Lord of the Rings” author J.R.R. Tolkien told the media that the great success of the film adaptations caused serious problems for both to his family and himself.Barrister-turned-novelist Simon Tolkien confessed that the film’s success, which grossed about $3 billion worldwide, made him feel “suffocated” at that time because his family could barely prepare for the massive attention following the release of the movie.Despite opposition of the rest of the family, his father Christ
Nov. 20, 2012