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entertainment1 month ago•317 min saved

Lee Byung-hun’s globe-trotting ascent wasn’t planned—but it happened

Lee Byung-hun recounts a career that leapt to global prominence almost by accident—from his breakout in Joint Security Area to English-language roles in G.I. Joe and Terminator Genisys, while remaining prolific in Korean cinema. In recent years, Western audiences have embraced him through Netflix hits like Squid Game and K-Pop Demon Hunters, and his Park Chan-wook film No Other Choice continues to push Korean storytelling onto the world stage, underscoring CNN’s view that strong Korean content can captivate global audiences when it resonates.

via CNN|

#entertainment #hollywood #korean-wave

film2 years ago•28 min saved

"Park Chan-Wook's 'Oldboy': A Violent Mind-Bender that Kickstarted the Korean Wave Celebrates 20 Years"

Park Chan-wook's film "Oldboy" celebrates its 20th anniversary with a rerelease in U.S. cinemas. The film, which won the Grand Prix at the 2004 Cannes Film Festival, played a significant role in kickstarting the Korean Wave and raising global interest in Korean cinema. "Oldboy" had a lasting impact on a generation of Korean film professionals and influenced works like Netflix's "Squid Game." Despite its extreme violence, the film continues to captivate audiences with its intense storytelling and visceral experience. Park's early experiences during South Korea's pro-democracy uprising influenced his filmmaking, channeling feelings of rage and revenge into his work.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#cannes-film-festival #film #korean-cinema

food-and-culture2 years ago•5 min saved

"Korean Corn Dogs: A Hit from N.Y. to Kansas and Beyond"

Korean corn dogs, a popular street food in South Korea, have become a major food trend in the United States, driven by social media and the growing popularity of Korean culture. While the hype has subsided in coastal cities, franchises like Two Hands and Ssong's Hotdog are expanding into the American heartland, with hundreds of new locations scheduled to open. The enduring popularity of Korean food and its adoption into the American palate are evident in the increasing demand for Korean corn dogs, which use a wheat or mochi batter and are often topped with unique flavors and ingredients. The trend has attracted a diverse range of customers, including Caucasians, African Americans, and Latinas, who are drawn to Korean food through influences like K-pop.

via NBC News|

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entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Netflix invests $2.5 billion in Korean film and TV industry.

Netflix has pledged to spend $2.5 billion on South Korean film and TV production over the next four years, double the amount it has spent in Korea since 2016. The commitment was made by co-CEO Ted Sarandos at a meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. The move comes as other global players, including Disney+ and Apple TV+, are also expanding their slates of Korean shows. Korean production companies have also expanded their operations, while Korean-based streaming operators are seeking a bigger piece of the Korean wave for themselves at home and abroad.

via NBC News|

#entertainment #film-production #korean-wave

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Netflix pledges $2.5 billion for Korean content production.

Netflix has committed to spending $2.5 billion on South Korean film and TV production over the next four years, double the amount it has spent in Korea since 2016. The announcement was made by Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, at a meeting with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol. The move comes as other global players, including Disney+ and Apple TV+, are also trying to expand their slates of Korean shows. Korean-based streaming operators are also seeking a bigger piece of the Korean wave for themselves at home and abroad.

via Variety|

#entertainment #korean-wave #netflix