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New and upcoming DVD releases - 2009/07/03

Speedy Scandal - DVD 2-Disc - 2009/07/28, Forever Yours - DVD (US - En Sub) - 2009/07/28, The Slingshot - DVD (En Sub) - 2009/07/21, Boy Director - DVD - 2009/07/16, My Mother, the Mermaid - DVD - 2009/07/15, Singles - DVD - 2009/07/09, Terms of Endearment - DVD Vol. 3 of 3 (En Sub) - 2009/07/08, Terms of Endearment - DVD Vol. 2 of 3 (En Sub) - 2009/07/08, Terms of Endearment - DVD Vol. 1 of 3 (En Sub) - 2009/07/08, Summer Scent - DVD (En Sub) - 2009/07/08, Hong Sang-soo - Collection DVD - 2009/07/03, The Good, the Bad, the Weird - DVD, Blu-ray buy or rent - 2009/07/02, Han Eun-jeong - Core In Body + Yoga In Bed DVD - 2009/07/02, My Wife is a Superwoman - DVD (No Sub) - 2009/07/02, The Scam - DVD - 2009/07/02, A Frozen Flower - DVD HK 2-Disc Limited Edition - 2009/06/30, Liar - DVD - 2009/06/26, Boys over Flowers - DVD (MY - En, Ch Tr, My Sub) - 2009/06/26, No Regret - DVD (TW - En, Ch Tr Sub) - 2009/06/25, Modern Boy - DVD 2-Disc - 2009/06/24, 2009/07/03

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It's a baby girl for actress Lee (2009/07/03)

Lee Seung-yeon gave birth to a healthy, 2.9-kilogram (6.4-pound) baby girl last Tuesday. It's the first child for the actress, who tied the knot with a businessman in December 2007. Since her marriage, Lee has put her acting career on hold, working as a host for SBS Radio's "Cine Town". Late last month she left the show to prepare for her baby, handing the baton to Kong Hyeong-jin.

Still room for movie theaters in a high-tech world (2009/07/03)

Trekking out to a movie theater might seem a bit quaint in today's high-tech world, where it's often easier and cheaper to watch films over the Internet or on DVD players and portable video devices. But there's a distinct - and rather important - difference between viewing films from your couch and catching a new release in a packed theater, according to internationally acclaimed Mexican direct

Tale of Korea's ski jumpers flies onto the big screen (2009/07/03)

'I think we've come out with an excellent piece worthy of the film's title'.- Ha Jeong-woo Stories about people struggling against adversity have the power to move us. The effect is often compounded when sports are part of the story, when the characters push against their physical limits to reflect the emotional arc of the narrative. A good example of this kind of film is "Cool Runnings" (1993)

Probe into Jang suicide resumes after Korea extradites manager (2009/07/03)

After several months on the lam in Japan, a key suspect in a criminal investigation into events surrounding the suicide of a Korean actress was handed over to Korean law enforcement authority yesterday. Kim Sung-hoon, the head of the late Jang Ja-yeon's management company, arrived at Incheon International Airport at 11:30 a.m. from Narita International Airport in Japan. He was taken into custod

Youth film festival to portray dreams and pains of youth (2009/07/03)

The biggest youth film festival in Korea will open with a bang next Thursday. A total of 124 films from 33 nations will be screened at the 11th Seoul International Youth Film Festival from July 9 to 15. The opening ceremony will take place at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts and the movies will be shown at Seoul Cinema in Jongno-gu. The catchphrase of the latest youth festival is "Whis

Drama OSTs in Heated Competition (2009/07/03)

Drama original soundtrack plays an important part in the success of a drama. That is why top singers are invited to take part in the production of OSTs and famous scenes from the drama are included in the OST music videos. A case in point is an SBS drama titled "Shining Inheritance", which is about to break past the 40% mark in ratings. The love story between the four main characters has earned

Actress Choi Ji-woo Signs Agreement with UP School (2009/07/03)

Actress Choi Ji-woo has signed an agreement pledging 100 million won to the UP School Program of the Busan government's project aimed at improving the city's educational environment. The signing ceremony was attended by students from Deokmun High School for Girls--Choi's alma mater--along with her former teachers and education officials. The UP School Program was launched by the Busan Metropoli

Gong's Novel Divulges Social Injustice (2009/07/03)

By Chung Ah-young Staff Reporter Celebrated author Gong Ji-young has released a new novel, "The Crucible" whose title was taken from Arthur Miller's eponymous play, based on the real events leading up to "witch trials" in the small puritan town of Salem, Massachusetts in 1692. Her new novel, which was first posted on Daum, the Internet portal site, from the end of last year for six months,

Probe of Actress Suicide Resumes (2009/07/03)

By Park Si-soo Staff Reporter Kim Sung-hoon, head of the late actress Jang Ja-yeon's former management agency, was extradited to Seoul Friday, 10 days after he was arrested in a hotel in Tokyo. Kim has been suspected of forcing Jang and other up-and-coming actresses to provide "sexual services" to showbiz and media heavyweights in exchange for their media exposure. Jang committed suicid

Fantastic 13 (2009/07/02)

13th Puchon (Bucheon) International Fantastic Film Festival (PiFan) Opens July 16-26 By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter The number 13 is considered bad luck in many cultures but the Puchon (Bucheon) International Fantastic Film Festival (PiFan) relishes in triskaidekaphobia, or fear of the ominous digit. The genre film event opens its 13th edition from July 16 to 26 in Bucheon, Gyeonggi Provi

AT: Movie 'Bronze Medalist' (2009/07/02)

Who hasn't been touched by dramatic events that happen from time to time in sports Once an Olympic bronze medalist, Lee Ji-bong retires due to an injury. After drifting around waiting tables, he finds a job coaching a varsity middle school weight lifting team in the country side. However, Lee Ji-bong lost all his confidence when he retired from his professional sporting career, and is not in the

Surprise ending doesn't help familiar story line (2009/07/02)

The head of an art gallery, Bae Tae-jin (Uhm Jung-hwa), and art restoration expert Lee Kang-jun (Kim Rae-won) are up to no good. That much is pretty evident from the get-go of "Insadong Scandal", a tale of deceit centered around the struggle for a prized painting from the Joseon Dynasty. Bae is widely respected yet also feared in art circles for her relentless ability to get whatever she wants.

Ex-union head at MBC slams stance on media reform (2009/07/02)

Jeong Su-chae urges colleagues to reconsider views, accept 'change' A former chief producer and founder of one of two labor unions at MBC-TV launched a stinging attack on the channel's opposition to media reform bills at the National Assembly when he retired this week after nearly 30 years in the industry. Jeong Su-chae, 58, who left the company on Tuesday, said MBC's strong opposition to th

The 11th Seoul International Youth Film Festival (2009/07/02)

Period: July 09, 2009 - July 15, 2009 Place: Seoul Cinema, Jongno-gu, Seoul Details The 11th Seoul International Youth Film Festival will be held from July 9 to 15 at Cheonggye Plaza in Seoul. The festival will screen more than100 films from 37 countries at Seoul Cinema, focusing on family issues and children's growth stories. * Dates: July 9-15, 2009 * Venue: Cheonggye Plaza, Seoul * H

Male Actors Try New Roles in TV Dramas (2009/07/02)

One of the viewers of the KBS TV2 drama "He Who Can't Marry" has recently written that she was surprised by its main male character, Cho Jae-hee, who is played by actor Ji Jin-hee. So far, Ji has mostly played gentle and smart men, but this time he has been transformed into a narrow-minded old bachelor, whom he portrays in a comical way. The viewer said she had no idea Ji could portray comical rol

5 Directors Explore Sensuality in 'Eros' (2009/07/02)

By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter Amid the high tide of summer action movies, five star directors are bringing a modest omnibus project with a different sensibility. "Five Senses of Eros", each depicting unique aspects of sensuality and sexuality, as well as featuring a host of high-profile actors, will provide moviegoers with a more colorful audiovisual experience. Contrary to expectations

Film Council Chief Resigns (2009/07/02)

By Lee Hyo-won Staff Reporter Kang Han-seop, chairperson of the Korean Film Council (KOFIC), resigned Thursday after his council received the poorest grade in a performance evaluation by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Minister Yu In-chon accepted his resignation. In his resignation statement, Kang expressed regret. KOFIC is a government-supported, self-administered body that a

Lotte and Cinus Join Megabox to Increase Movie Ticket Prices (2009/07/02)

Lotte Cinemas and Cinus have just announced that they too are following Megabox's lead in raising ticket prices. Since 2001 prices have remained at 7000 ($5.50 U.S.) won in the weekdays and 8000 ($6.20 U.S.) at the weekends. These will increase to 8000 KRW and 9000 KRW respectively. The price hikes started with Megabox's announcement nearly two weeks ago. Cinus and Lotte Cinema's announceme

Korean Stars Honoured at NYAFF (2009/07/02)

The New York Asian Film Festival which has already screened a host of Korean films has honoured two of Korea's up and coming actors KONG Hyo-jin and SO Ji-sub. Both actors received the Rising Star Asia Award. Both actors appeared accompanying their films showing at the 8th annual festival. KONG who won the award because of LEE Kyoung-mi's "Crush and Blush" (2008) earlier won The 11th Director

[ChanMi's star news] Cutie Park Bo-yeong! (2009/07/01)

Don't you just love her? She has such a cute face. Park Bo-yeong's bright charm makes everyone happy. We loved her in "Speedy Scandal" and we hope to see her in more films and dramas!

[ChanMi's star news] Song Yoon-ah in a sophisticated and classy wedding dress (2009/07/01)

She's so beautiful in her wedding dress! She is glowing! Song Yoon-ah has modeled for the fashion magazine, INSTYLE for July edition as a bride. Song is definitely a new bride who married just last May! She looks so beautiful like an angel! andnbsp;

[ChanMi's star news] Han Chae-young, when she was young! (2009/07/01)

Han Chae-young's old pictures are going around the internet! Her beauty at her young age brought her to entertainment and celebrity life! Isn't she cute and sexy at the same time even when she was younger?

[ChanMi's star news] Im Ye-jin was Moon Geun-yeong of the 70s (2009/07/01)

She was mother of Geum Jandi acted by Koo Hye-seon in "Boys Over Flowers"andnbsp; and is currently in "Queen Seon-deok" as Kim Yoo-sin's mother. She is a lovely lady who is loved by many through her acting! Im Ye-jin is a comic and a lovable character in most of her works. But back in the 70s, she was the innocent and bright image as the nation's younger sister! There is a 1970s High Teen Film Fes

[ChanMi's movie news] "Running Turtle" movie about fathers (2009/07/01)

After all the films about mothers, here are the films about our dear fathers! Starting with the documentary film, "Old Partner", "Running Turtle"andnbsp; has hit a high number of viewers for the last few days! It is about a small town sheriff on the chase for a criminal with all he's got to fulfill the promise for his daughter. It is about a father who gains pride being a father and husband as he

M Reinvents Himself (2009/06/30)

Singer M, also known as Lee Min-woo of idol group Shinhwa, is looking forward to revealing a new self in his upcoming mini album. Titled "Minovation", the album is named to imply himself, M, and innovation. He said the unexpected failure of his fourth album compelled him to look back and find out what is wrong with his music. For the new mini album M chose the songs that best represent his new

[ChanMi's movie news] "Five Senses of Eros" poster, not what movie is all about (2009/06/30)

The film "Five Senses of Eros" is about 5 different episodes of different peoples revealing the different senses of Eros. This will be a different type of movie, not the same blockbuster movie you expect! The cast is Kim Min-seon, Uhm Jung-hwa, Kim Hyo-jin, Cha Soo-yeon, Bae Jong-ok, Hwang Jeong-min, Kim Kang-woo, Jang Hyeok, and other top stars. The movie is not full of nudity as the poster an

[ChanMi's movie news] New film, "Dad" released on 16th (2009/06/30)

New film "Dad" will be released this coming 16th. It is about a father who sells his prized number 1 cow to send his child to prepare for college.We must lost all our prejudice that a farmer should only farm. The film is set on the 70s where we can see a father's love in the lovely country backgrounds. The film stars Park Tam-hee, and Park Cheol-min.

[ChanMi's star news] Koo Hye-seon becomes an artist (2009/06/30)

Actress Koo Hye-seon is posing for the camera at the art gallery, Tango. Koo's art is also part of the gallery which she drew. What a talent Koo Hye-seon has in acting and painting!

[ChanMi's star news] Ha Ji-won enjoys her 31st birthday (2009/06/30)

Actress Ha Ji-won has enjoyed her 31st with her fans. Ha Ji-won held a small sports day with her fans at a park on her birthday. The fans came in their sportswear to enjoy a day playing games and sports with their favorite star. They sweat together and ate ice cream together having fun. The fans surprised Ha with a surprise talent show for her which made Ha cry. What a quality time they had! H

[ChanMi's star news] Han Hyo-joo in Love Tonic (2009/06/30)

Han Hyo-joo and Seon Woo-seon are in a Mutoessay, Lovetonic's second poster that is being suh a issue right now! Actress Han Hyo-joo, Seon Woo-seon, singer AsOne, and writer Kim Hyeon-hee and other female artists have come for a collaboration album with a story through photos and essays with great music for emotion and sentiments. This poster has which background withandnbsp; Han Hyo-joo smiling s

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