Kim Seok-hoon (김석훈)

[Photo N] Kim Ok-bin, "Isn't this costume by Designer Andre Kim amazing?"

2008/01/31 | Source | Permalink |

An interview and an open day in a shooting site of the film "Riot in a gibang in 1724" (Directed by Yeo Gyoon-dong/ Produced by Sidus FNH/ starring Lee Jeong-jae, Kim Seok-hoon, Lee Won-jong) was taken place in Kyung-ki-do Nam-yang-ju-si Yang-su-ri Seoul Studio Complex open set on 30th.

The film "Riot in a bar in 1724" is based on various mysterious incidents occurring surrounding a kisaeng called Myeong wal-hyang in 1724, just before King Yong Jo ascended the thrown.
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Lee Makes Big-Screen Comeback After 3 Years

2008/01/31 | Source | Permalink |

Actor Lee Jeong-jae will return to the big screen by starring in '1724 Kibang Nandongsageon'. The actor recently said he feels alive as an actor whenever he takes on more "energetic" roles.

At a recent press conference, the actor said he felt significant pressure because of his sophisticated urban image. He said he overcame his stress by practicing hard.

On the Andre Kim labeled clothes he wore in the movie, Lee said he had asked the famous designer to design something for him and that he was more than happy with the results. Talking about the film, he said the audience will have the chance to experience a faster-paced, unique-style movie as the film was alternatingly shot with 10mm and 6mm cameras.

The story revolves around the most sought-after gisaeng during the early 18th-century Joseon Dynasty. Lee co-stars with other top actors, including Kim Seok-hoon and Lee Won-jong. The film will open nationwide in May....| More

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French marital comedy to play Seoul Arts Center

2007/05/21 | Source | Permalink |

The Seoul Arts Center will stage "The Game of Love and Chance", a play written by 18th-century French playwright Pierre Carlet de Chamblain de Marivaux, from June 13 to July 1. This is the first time for a Korean drama troupe to stage the French play.

"The Game of Love and Chance", a comedy set in 18th-century France, tells the story of mistaken identities and the importance of being viewed as a person regardless of one's social status.

Im Young-ung, who produced the Korean version of the play, said the drama has a lot to tell to people living in the present, because it looks at the complicated and never-ending story of marriage.

"Although the play is from 18th century Europe and talks about love between two young nobles, it has details and themes that are very similar to the present", Im told a news conference in Seoul last week.

"It looks different from the costumes and the culture behind the scene; it has the essence and logic of love that everyone will have a chance to ...| More

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'Hotel M' marks last draw for gangster genre

2007/02/15 | Source | Permalink |

Gangsters have been portrayed by Korean filmmakers for decades. One of the latest developments is the frothy expansion of gangster comedies, forging a stand-alone genre in Korea's mainstream cinema that continues to inspire producers and yet leave a growing number of moviegoers dissatisfied.

"Hotel M: Gangster's Last Draw", to be released nationwide Feb. 23, adds a new variation to the already hackneyed genre: portraying mobsters threatened by, well, pink slips from their corporate-minded bosses.

The premise is that in the aftermath of the Asian financial crisis, Korean gangsters have few other options but to adapt to the relentless juggernaut of capitalism. To survive in this tough winner-takes-all business environment, even rival mobster groups should join forces through a corporate-style merger, and push for no-nonsense restructuring plans.

All of this means a significant reorganization at the merged mobster group, putting many underlings and mid-level managers out of jobs....| More

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