The Boys is the final film in Chung Ji-young’s “true story trilogy” which began in 2012 with Broken Arrow (also known as Unbowed) later followed by Black Money in 2019. The three films deal with social issues and in particular focus on prosecutorial and police misconduct within the South Korean justice system and the ordinary…
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SE SO NEON Takes Over the Electric Brixton
Sitting in a cafe while pondering what I could write about SE SO NEON’s London show, one thing came to mind: there are not enough adjectives out there to describe how incredible the group was. Consisting of Hwang So-yoon and Park Hyun-jin, the duo bravely breaks the mould, presenting their unique approach to Rock on…
Korea on STAGE in LONDON
Mark your calendars for Korea on STAGE in LONDON, an event commemorating the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and the UK. The event is set to take place at the OVO Arena Wembley in London on November 8th at 7 pm local time. The lineup that was revealed last month is beyond stunning….
“Cobweb” Review
The 1970s were a particularly dark period for the Korean film industry. Shortly after South Korean filmmakers began to gain international recognition in the decade prior, a period of intense censorship followed, which hit an authoritarian peak in the seventies – at the time, many speculated there was no country in the world whose government…
OFTB: Creating a Beautiful Sound in the World of Korean R&B – Exclusive Interview
If you’ve been paying attention to the music scene lately, chances are that you’ve come across K-R&B. The genre itself has been growing in popularity over the years, and while K-pop is still one of the most dominant music genres on the Korean market, K-R&B offers a new listening experience. Kang Juwon, a.k.a. Oceanfromtheblue, is…
K-Music Festival: Jung Jae-il and London Symphony Orchestra, An Exquisite Night of Music at Barbican Centre
When it comes to creating the perfect mood and atmosphere for award-winning films and television series, South Korean music composer Jung Jae-il stands as a true maestro. Jung Jaeil’s adventure with music began at a young age. He sat at a piano for the first time when he was just three years old, and by…
Dasom Baek: Uniting Tradition and Innovation in Korean Music – Exclusive Interview
Dasom Baek is well-known for playing traditional Korean instruments such as daegeum, sogeum, danso, and saenghwang. She is also a composer and improviser who sculpted her path in contemporary music. Although Baek plays traditional instruments, she beautifully combines new sounds with traditional music. Ahead of the Korean Music Festival, where she will perform alongside Cellogayagum…
Smooth and Silky: London’s Courtyard Theatre Welcomes Oceanfromtheblue, an R&B Singer-songwriter
What distinguishes K-R&B from its Western counterpart is its multilingual fluidity and wordplay. Singers effortlessly switch between languages, allowing them to be candid with their lyrics. The K-R&B scene is filled with a roster of talented artists like Samuel Seo, DEAN, Crush, GSoul, and up-and-coming stars like Yonko, Jimmy Brown, and ROVV, just to name…
The Artistic Evolution of RIKIMARU: Exclusive Interview
Dance holds a deep and versatile significance for many – it can be a display of cultural and artistic expressions as well as a means to create an emotional, spiritual, and social connection with others. Many artists effortlessly bridge all of these aspects through powerful choreography, whether it’s ballet, contemporary dance, Hip-hop, or ballroom dance,…
“Korea On STAGE” Heads to London
The diplomatic relationship between the United Kingdom and South Korea, which has now reached a remarkable milestone of 140 years, represents a long-standing history of friendship, political partnership, and cooperation between the two nations. This enduring partnership has evolved significantly over the years, encompassing various areas of collaboration and mutual interest. The diplomatic ties between…
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