PiFan 2014 Review: Horror Comedy MOURNING GRAVE Aims Low But Hits Its Mark

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By Pierce Conran Korean horror has been in the midst of a rough streak for the past half decade. Relying on worn out themes, new works been... Continue reading →

Review: Korean Indie Koala Oozes Charm

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Simplicity is in rare supply in Korean cinema these days, so when a film like Koala comes along, it does so as a breath of fresh air. Nary ... Continue reading →

Jeonju 2013: Experimental Echo of Dragon Explores Myths and Emotion (용문, 2013)

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Part of MKC's coverage of the 14th Jeonju International Film Festival. When it comes to what we expect to see on screen, it’s worth con... Continue reading →

Lack of Focus Hinders An Ethics Lesson (분노의 윤리학, Boonnoeui yoonrihak) 2013

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Ensemble casts and high concept scripts seems to be all the rage these days in Korean cinema and An Ethics Lesson , billed as an erotic thri... Continue reading →

BIFF 2012 - Opening Film: Cold War (Hong Kong) 2012

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Part of MKC's coverage of the 17th Busan International Film Festival. If Cold War , the opening film of this year’s Busan Film Festiva... Continue reading →