Ko Dong-seon (고동선)

Drama success relies on expression of emotions

Source | 2006/10/30 | Permalink |

JINJU, South Gyeongsang Province - There is no question that Korean TV drama led "Hallyu", or the Korean Wave, that swept the whole of Asia. When talking about how this was possible, a Korean TV drama producer says it is the delicate expressions of emotions that made success in the Asian entertainment market possible.

"The rising popularity of Korean dramas throughout the Asian regions came from detailed depictions of emotions. I think Korean TV drama's huge success was possible because of this", said Ko Dong-seon, drama producer for MBC, the nation's second largest broadcaster here. Goh is known for his successful debut drama, "Sweet spy (2006)".

Asked whether Korean dramas' lack fresh and interesting themes, Goh said it is true that Korean drama productions don't easily attempt to cross boundaries and stick to typical love stories.

"Korean dramas are now in danger of copying items already used in earlier dramas, since they are mostly dealing with similar love stories and sim...| More

Korea Drama Fest Opens in Chinju

Source | 2006/10/23 | Permalink |

By Han Eun-jung
Staff Reporter

The Korea Drama Festival 2006 will start this week in Chinju, South Kyongsang Province.

A variety of events, including drama screenings and celebrity fan meetings, will take place under this year's theme "water, light and stars" in Chinjusong and on the banks of Nam River from Oct. 26-29.

The Korea Drama Festival, organized by Kyongsang Province and the city of Chinju, was launched last year.

This year, not only have a wider range of sights and activities been prepared, but top industry insiders will be making appearances throughout the festival.

The first day will see "Hallyu" stars Kim Jae-won and Park Sol-mi, veteran actors Lim Dong-jin, Bae Jong-ok, Sa Mi-ja open the festival and take part in the follow-up event "The Star". Hong Kong stars Jordan Chan, Chang Min and Japanese Shioya Shun will also be attending. "The Star" will offer festivalgoers the chance to watch clips from popular dramas in the presence of celebrities hosting the ev...| More