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Top 10 Korean Films of 2019

For Korean cinema, 2019 was a year that saw the continuation of trends that have been readily apparent for the past several years - an... Read More
Top 10 Korean Films of 2018

2018 was quite a bizarre year for Korean cinema. The year began much like any other. The first few months of the year were typically... Read More

December 30, 2019December 30, 2019

Top 10 Korean Films of 2019

For Korean cinema, 2019 was a year that saw the continuation of trends that have been readily apparent for the past several years - an increasing number of big blockbuster/commercially-orientated films with high production values, and the decreasing quality of creative, engaging, and memorable stories. That is not to say the talent has disappeared of... Read More

January 28, 2019January 28, 2019

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Top 10 Korean Films of 2018

2018 was quite a bizarre year for Korean cinema. The year began much like any other. The first few months of the year were typically dedicated to family-friendly fare. News of Korean films that were... Read More

December 31, 2017December 30, 2019

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Top 10 Korean Films of 2017

While the films released throughout any particular year are indicative of a country's identity, for Korean cinema in 2017 the exploration of political and social issues were especially revealing of the cultural shift that has... Read More

June 26, 2017December 31, 2017

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Memories of the Sword (협녀, 칼의 기억) – ★★☆☆☆

Many years ago, a peasant uprising led by the legendary 3 Swords goes awry when Deok-gi (Lee Byung-hun) betrays the band of warriors by aligning with the corrupt king and murdering Poong-chun (Bae Soo-Bin). Distraught,... Read More

May 19, 2017June 26, 2017

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Hong Sang-soo Brings ‘The Day After’ and ‘Claire’s Camera’ to Cannes

Having a film selected to premiere at the Cannes Film Festival is an incredible achievement - having two is quite extraordinary. Yet that is precisely what director Hong Sang-soo has done, as The Day After (그 후) and Claire's Camera (클레어의 카메라) are due to be screened, with both films starring actress Kim Min-hee. Selected for the 'In Competition'... Read More

May 18, 2017January 28, 2019

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‘The Villainess’ Receives Action-Packed Trailer Ahead of Cannes Debut

The Villainess (악녀) has received an explosive trailer in the run-up to its debut at the Cannes Film Festival on May 21st. Appearing in the 'Out of Competition - Midnight Projections' program, writer/director Jung Byung-gil's latest... Read More

May 17, 2017June 5, 2017

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The Countdown to Bong Joon-ho’s ‘Okja’ Begins

Director Bong Joon-ho's Okja (옥자) is almost upon us. The highly anticipated science-fiction/drama is set to premiere In Competition at the Cannes Int. Film Festival on May 19th, before appearing on Korean cinema screens around June... Read More

May 16, 2017December 31, 2017

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Top 10 Korean Films of 2016

Slightly later than originally intended (!), Hanguk Yeonghwa's analysis of Korean cinema in 2016 is finally here. 2016 was quite a year for K-cinema, and a noticeable improvement over 2015 in terms of consistency and quality. This... Read More

June 5, 2017December 31, 2017

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21st Bucheon Fantastic Film Festival to Honour Jeon Do-yeon

Acclaimed actress Jeon Do-yeon is to be honoured at the 21st Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan) this year, in celebration of her 20 year career that began with Contact back in 1997. Entitled 'Contact, Jeon Do-yeon,' the special program is dedicated to the revered actress and will feature highlights from her incredible filmography, including Secret Sunshine... Read More

May 30, 2017January 28, 2019

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Q&A with director Kim Jong-Kwan – “There is something appealing in writing from the female point of view”

Director Kim Jong-Kwan is well-known to fans of independent Korean cinema. A graduate of the Seoul Institute of the Arts, his short film How to Operate a Polaroid... Read More

September 2, 2016May 18, 2017

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Interview with Kevin Lambert, director of Korea International Expat Film Festival (KIXFF)

We are just one week away from the start of the 2nd Korea International Expat Film Festival (KIXFF). Festival director Kevin Lambert took some time from his busy schedule to answer questions about the festival which... Read More

July 3, 2016January 27, 2017

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Bucheon Fantastic Film Festival 2016 – Hot Picks

The Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan) is preparing for a spectacular 20th anniversary edition. Running for 10 days from July 21st ~31st, and under new management in the form of newly appointment festival director... Read More