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It's the last day of 2012 and we have our Michelle Kim back here with us to give us a preview of a few arts and culture events that may catch our interest in 2013. Hello Michelle.

[Reporter : ] Hello Daniel.

So, what do you have for us today[Reporter : ] I'm sure a lot of you are already starting to think about your new year's resolutions and I hope that arts and culture events will be a part of that list. To help you out with that, I've brought you a few previews of movies that you may want to catch in the new year.

Christmas Eve provides a happy reprieve during the cold winter season.
But imagine what would happen if those good feelings were interrupted by a tragic event.
The film "Tower" imagines just such a scenario.
It is set at in a high-rise, where people are celebrating Christmas Eve.
But the celebration doesn't last long, as the high-rise catches fire and everyone in the building is forced to fight for their lives.
With the use of real-life action scenes and advanced computer graphics, the fire and explosion scenes make the film seem realistic.

Also in theaters is an animated film that depicts the thrilling adventure of a high-spirited young falcon named Kai who travels to the bird city of "Zambezia".
The film "Zambezia" uses the story of Kai and his determination to become independent to show the relationship of family and love and also to tell the younger audience about the importance of becoming independent.

Denmark's most notorious scandal has been revealed on the big screen for moviegoers all around the world.
"A Royal Affair" centers around a love triangle between an ordinary physician who wins the heart of the Danish Queen Caroline and the insane Danish King Christian VII.
The queen, who is unhappy living with an insane king, and the physician start a revolution that changes the nation forever.
A lot to see with your family and friends 2013 will definitely not be boring with these movies in theaters. What are your recommendations out of these three[Reporter : ] Definitely A Royal Affair. The critical reviews are the highest among the three with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 89% out of 100 for their reviews. Moira MacDonald from Seattle Times stated that the film was "A tragic love story, beautifully told", and Tom Long from Detroit News said it was "A fascinating, stately thriller". Everything about the film is impeccable, the acting, visuals, clothing was perfect.

I am definitely going to catch this film. What else do you have for us[Reporter : ] There are two musicals now showing in Daehangno, Seoul's theater district that are perfect for the holiday season. "First Love" would be a great show to watch with a significant other and "While You Were Sleeping" would be a perfect show to watch with friends and family. Take a look.

[Interview : First Love
At Yaesul Madang 1 in an open run] The romantic musical, "First Love" tells the story of a woman who cannot get over her first love and seeks help from a company that she hires to find him.
Ever since its premiere in 2003, the show has been widely known as Daehangno's best date musical.
The other attraction here is the performance of the multi-man, played by Kim Jong-gu and Shim Jung-wan, who plays 23 different roles including a bartender, an old man, a flight attendant, and a travel guide.

"While You Were Sleeping" has received critical acclaim and awards for best play and best script at the 2006 Korea Musical Awards.
This well-made show is set on Christmas Eve, and tells the story of the a man named Choi Byung-ho who is paralyzed from the waist down and suddenly disappears from the hospital one day.
After his disappearance, the show follows the patients and friends he's left behind.
The show aims to heal the wounds of viewers and convey the message that no one should lose hope, no matter how painful their lives may seem.

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You just told me while the clip was running that "First Love" and "While You Were Sleeping" are the two of the best selling musicals in Daehangno. Why do you think that's the case[Reporter : ] Just as with any good piece of entertainment, a well-written plot and talented performers to bring out the story are winning ingredients for a long-lasting, long-running show. I think that goes for these two musicals as well. Both have very specific target audiences -- "First Love" is for couples, and "While You Were Sleeping" is for families -- which I think helps when people are trying to decide what to see.

That's right. Now, where and when are these two musicals playing[Reporter : ] "First Love" is in an open run and will be showing at Yaesul Madang 1 in Daehangno and CGV Pop Art Hall in Yeongdeungpo's Time Square.
"While You Were Sleeping" will be showing through March 1st at Daehagno's Yaesul Madang 2.

Sounds great. These are some great events to bring in the new year. Thank you and welcome back. We'll see you again tomorrow.

[Reporter : ] You're welcome. See you tomorrow and have a happy new year's eve

Reporter : dainee@arirang.co.kr

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