Kang Eun-bi (강은비)

'Wet Dreams 2' delivers false teenage fantasy

2005/01/13 | Source | Permalink |

It is an unwritten rule that sequels rarely outperform their originals in the movie industry. Higher expectations - and a slightly skeptical attitude - may explain why sequels are often synonymous with flops (I've seen it all in the original, so what else can you do with this sequel?).
"Wet Dreams 2", which opens today nationwide, falls into the sorry category. But before brushing it aside quickly, it is worth pondering what this supposedly "provocative sex comedy" is about and what issues, if any, it puts forward.

Directed by Jeong Cho-sin, the film revolves around sexual fantasy and episodes played out by 17-year-old high school girls. The background is set in 1991, Chung said in a post-premier news conference, suggesting that girls might sport a whiff of innocence.

Our "innocent" heroine Oh Sung-eun (Kang Eun-bi) and her close friends Bang Sue-yeon (Jeon Hye-bin) and Kim Mi-sook (Park Seul-gi) are hanging around together, dreaming about their Prince Charmings.

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Young-teen actresses strut innocent looks on screen

2004/11/16 | Source | Permalink |

When 17-year-old Moon Geun-yeong starred in "My Little Bride", a romantic comedy, released in April, few expected she would steal the show. Her counterpart Kim Rae-won was a sure to hog the spotlight as a proven heartthrob. But it turned out that young Moon out-charmed her co-star.
Moon is now a part of something much bigger: a wave of young-teen female stars featured on the silver screen. The concept usually refers to those in the 13 to 15 age group.

Although Moon does not strictly fit the definition, her image as an irresistible kid is inspiring other producers and directors to recruit young actresses.

For instance, "Lovely Rivals" ("Yeoseonsang vs. Yeojeja") which will be released tomorrow nationwide, features Lee Se-yeong as an elementary school student who confronts her teacher played by Yeom Jeong-a. Lee is not a mere supporting character; her role is on equal footing with veteran actress Yeom.

Lee already showcased her talent in "When I was Nine" and "Sweet Sixti...| More

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