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‘Good News’ Review: A Sharp Political Farce From the Director of ‘Kill Boksoon’ Follows an Unplanned Detour From Tokyo to Pyongyang
[ad_1] Terrorism is not exactly a natural fit for screen comedy. Defiantly going where few have gone before — one rare prior example being the bumbling-jihadist satire “Four Lions” 15...
Getting to Know Daniel Domenjó, the New Movistar Plus+ CEO
[ad_1] “A lot of people come to the office and ask: What about these new posters? I wanted to create a bit of human contact,” Daniel Domenjó, the new CEO...
‘Drive My Car’ Star Nishijima Hidetoshi’s Busan, Golden Horse Title ‘Dear Stranger’ Unveils International Trailer (EXCLUSIVE)
[ad_1] Mariko Tetsuya’s cross-cultural drama “Dear Stranger” has unveiled its international trailer. Following its Sept. 12 theatrical release in Japan, the film made its international premiere at the Busan International...
San Sebastian, Busan Title ‘Sai: Disaster’ Boarded by Bitters End (EXCLUSIVE)
[ad_1] Japan’s Bitter End has boarded international sales on “Sai: Disaster,” a suspense feature selected for the San Sebastian Film Festival‘s main competition, followed by its Asian premiere at the...
New Projects by Fernando Eimbcke, Jonas Bak and León & Cociña Amongst San Sebastián WIP Lineup
[ad_1] The works-in-progress showcases at the San Sebastián Film Festival — the most important festival in the Spanish-speaking world — return this year with eight anticipated projects split between its...
Busan at 30: Director Jung Hanseok Charts Bold New Course for Festival’s Future
[ad_1] As the Busan International Film Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary, director Jung Hanseok isn’t dwelling on past achievements. Instead, he’s orchestrating what he calls “the very beginning of a...
Busan Market Chief Eyes Tech-Driven Future for Asian Content Hub: ‘Traditional Cinema Excellence Meets Cutting-Edge Innovation’
[ad_1] The Asian Contents & Film Market (ACFM) is positioning itself for a major transformation as it marks its 20th anniversary alongside the Busan International Film Festival‘s 30th milestone, according...
San Sebastian Title ‘Before the Bright Day’ Boarded by Maboroshi for Sales (EXCLUSIVE)
[ad_1] Asian film collective Maboroshi has secured its first title for international distribution, acquiring Taiwanese filmmaker Tsao Shih-Han’s “Before the Bright Day,” which is set to make its world premiere...
Cat Animation ‘Scotty’ Acquired by Skyline Media, Bows at Busan Market (EXCLUSIVE)
[ad_1] Vietnam’s Skyline Media will showcase its latest acquisition, the animated feature “Scotty,” at the Asian Contents & Film Market in Busan. The family-friendly animation centers on the partnership between...
ABC Affiliate in Sacramento Hit by Gunshots a Day After Kimmel Protest
[ad_1] Three shots were fired into a window at the ABC affiliate in Sacramento on Friday, a day after a protest was held outside the station over Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension....
Jackie Chan Talks Busan Selection ‘The Shadow’s Edge,’ Reflects on 64-Year Career: ‘I’m an Actor First, Who Also Knows Action’ (EXCLUSIVE)
[ad_1] Jackie Chan was initially reluctant to play another police officer. But when director Larry Yang approached him with “The Shadow’s Edge,” the action legend found himself drawn back to...
