To be an actor is to walk a fine line between reality and illusion, between self and character, and nowhere is this delicate dance more visible than in roles that challenge and stretch the frame of identity. The beauty of acting lies in the ability to entertain and in the subtle journey of transformation –…
Author: View of the Arts
View of the Arts is run by female arts journalists and works with a diverse team of writers and film critics.
Yves Sets Off on Her First Solo European Tour: APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR
Yves, the iconic K-pop artist and member of the girl group LOONA, has officially unveiled her first solo European tour, titled the 2024 YVES APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR. This tour represents a significant milestone in Yves’ career as she prepares to meet her European fans for the very first time. The APPLE CINNAMON CRUNCH TOUR…
Celebrating the Finest in East Asian Cinema, the 9th London East Asia Film Festival Returns from October 23 to November 3, 2024
London East Asia Film Festival (LEAFF), a premier celebration of East Asian cinema and culture, is returning for its ninth iteration. Kicking off on October 23, 2024, at the ODEON Luxe Leicester Square, the festival will debut with the UK premiere of Escape, an intense drama by the acclaimed director Lee Jong-Pil. The event will…
RM Unveils His Solo Journey: “Right People, Wrong Place” Premieres at Busan International Film Festival
NEWS: RM of 21st-century pop icons BTS unveiled his solo documentary film RM: Right People, Wrong Place at its world premiere as a part of the ‘Open Cinema’ section of the 29th BUSAN International Film Festival (BIFF). RM: Right People, Wrong Place chronicles the eight-month process leading up to his second solo album, Right Place,…
Glowing Like Stars: Turkey Welcomes TRENDZ – Concert Review
There is something delightfully sweet about TRENDZ, as they radiate a sincere and genuine energy that makes everyone around them root for their success. Their albums are made with well-rounded narratives and are conceptually sound. Their most recent release in June, titled GLOW, explores their motivation and path to success, almost as if they are…
Mark Your Calendars: 82MAJOR’s 2nd Mini-Album “X-82” Drops October 15th!
82MAJOR will return with their 2nd mini-album, X-82, on October 15th, just five months after dropping their debut mini-album, BEAT by 82. This new project, cleverly named after the X-Files, will present the group’s previously hidden musical talents. With four tracks featuring intense titles like Stuck and Thorns, 82MAJOR is ready to take their audience…
Between Melancholy and Minimalism: eAeon’s Insights on Music and Vulnerability – Exclusive Interview
On a rainy, humid day in the western part of Seoul, I meet eAeon at a café with a distinct 1980s UK vibe. As we sit down against the backdrop of the retro décor, eAeon’s calm yet reflective demeanour offers peace and tranquillity. His artistic journey has been one of significant evolution, from the formation…
Seoul’s 2nd C.at Work Festa: Star-Studded Lineup of Fashion and Art!
From October 17th to 20th, the square in front of Shinsegae Department Store in Gangnam, Seoul, will be transformed into a vibrant hub of fashion, art, and performance as the 2024 C.at Work Festa comes to life. A total of 11 fashion shows have been announced, featuring brands that strike a chord with the MZ…
KCCUK Announces London Korean Film Festival Programme
The 19th edition of the London Korean Film Festival (LKFF), organized by the Korean Cultural Centre UK (KCCUK) with the support of the Korean Film Council, proudly presents its 2024 programme. The festival will run from November 1 to November 13 at venues including BFI Southbank, Ciné Lumière, and the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA)….
Catch The Young’s Rise with “Dream It” and the Future of K-Rock – Exclusive Interview
Strolling through Seoul’s colourful streets, I could feel the energy matching my excitement to meet Catch The Young. Inside Evermore Entertainment’s HQ, the band greeted me with that same electric vibe. Formed just last year on November 1, 2023, they’ve already kicked up quite the storm, mixing fresh sounds with a rebellious edge that’s lighting…
K-Music Festival Returns: A Celebration of Korea’s Diverse Musical Talent
This October, the prestigious Korean Music Festival returns for its 11th edition, unveiling a full lineup that promises to showcase a vibrant blend of Korea’s most influential artists in the heart of London. The festival kicks off on October 3 at the Barbican Centre with the National Changgeuk Company’s awaited new production of Lear. Changgeuk,…
Beyond K-pop: Luven’s “Cancellation” Redefines His Artistic Path – Exclusive Interview
While I am not a huge fan of social media, there is always something good about it, especially Instagram. The algorithm occasionally sends you artists that just debuted, whether they’re in Europe or Asia. This happened to me when I came across Yun Junghwan, also known as Luven. Yun is an artist whose hard work…
“OVERLORD: THE SACRED KINGDOM” Comes to Cinema in the UK on November 8th
Crunchyroll has confirmed that the much-anticipated film, “OVERLORD: The Sacred Kingdom“, will be released in cinemas across the UK and Ireland starting November 8th. This marks the first feature film in the popular “”OVERLORD” franchise and continues the epic storyline after the conclusion of Season 4. The movie, based on the light novels by Kugane…
GLAY’s 30-Year Journey: Hisashi on New Album and Rock Legacy – Exclusive Interview
Since their formation in 1988, GLAY has built a one-of-a-kind space in the Japanese rock scene, blending diverse styles and evolving over three decades to remain one of the most beloved bands in Asia. I had the chance to sit down with Hisashi, the band’s guitarist, to discuss GLAY’s remarkable journey, the challenges of the…
VIEW OF THE ARTS 