Native cinema, whether from the Americas, Australia, the Pacific Islands, or any other region, plays a vital role in today’s film industry by serving as a powerful medium for storytelling, cultural preservation, and social advocacy. For far too long, Indigenous communities have been underrepresented or misrepresented in mainstream media. Native filmmakers are now reclaiming their…
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Yves: Redefining Herself as a Soloist – Exclusive Interview
Yves, a South Korean singer and producer, has always been known for her musical versatility. She debuted as a solo artist on May 29, 2024, with her first extended play, LOOP. And later this year, she followed up with her second EP, I [Did]. Yves first caught attention as a member of the girl group…
HEYOON – Dancing Through Life and Singing Into New Beginnings – Exclusive Interview
Heyoon Jeong, also known as HEYOON, has always been a force of nature, impressing audiences with her extraordinary talent as a dancer, singer, rapper, and choreographer. Born in Daejeon, South Korea, Heyoon’s journey from her early ballet classes to global stardom is an inspiring story for every female out there. She was a key member…
ONE N’ ONLY Reflect on Their Latest Release “Fiesta” and Their Upcoming Tokyo Garden Theater Show – Exclusive Interview
Since their 2018 debut, ONE N’ ONLY has brought a genre-bending spirit to the Japanese music scene. Known for pioneering “Jatin Pop” – a mix of Japanese pop and Latin influences – the group has expanded its musical style and international fan base, especially in Latin America. With the release of Fiesta, their third EP,…
19th London Korean Film Festival: In Conversation with Kim Hye-young, Director of “It’s Okay!”
With the 19th London Korean Film Festival on the horizon, audiences will be able to experience many wonderful films, and one of those films is It’s Okay! (Also known as It’s Okay It’s Okay It’s Okay! – 괜찮아 괜찮아 괜찮아!), a tender coming-of-age story that presents Kim Hye-young’s impressive directorial debut. First premiering internationally on…
9th London East Asia Film Festival: “Exhuma” Review
What do a Feng Shui master, a mortician, and a shaman all have in common? No, this isn’t the setup for a terrible joke; instead, it’s the main plot of the Korean supernatural horror film Exhuma. Although the film starts off slowly, it effectively introduces the main characters and their backgrounds. Additionally, it provides an…
9th London East Asia Film Festival: Jang Jae-hyun and Producer Kim Young-min on Their Latest Project “Exhuma”
Jang Jae-hyun, a South Korean film director and screenwriter, earned acclaim for his work on blockbuster films such as The Priests (2015), Svaha: The Sixth Finger (2019), and Exhuma (2024). His career took off when he worked as an assistant director on the period drama Masquerade (2012). Jang Jae-hyun was also praised for his short…
COME: From Producing for K-pop Stars to Creating His Own Sound – Exclusive Interview
South Korean singer and producer Kim Jong Myoung, widely known as COME and operating as Zomay in his production work, has steadily built a significant place in the K-pop industry. With his ability to adapt to the diverse artistic visions of major artists, he has collaborated with some of the biggest names, contributing to great…
Iconic and Unapologetic: NANA Youngrong Kim on Korea’s Drag Scene, Creative Process, and Pioneering in Fashion – Exclusive Interview
South Korea’s drag scene is home to some of the most creative and talented queens out there. The community is thriving with performers ranging from cabaret singers like Hurricane Kimchi to Dragula’s Hoso Terra Toma. In Itaewon, Seoul’s main LGBTQIA+ district, you’ll find diverse communities and clubs, including Trance, one of the longest-running LGBTQIA+ nightclubs…
Sunburnkids: Unmasking the “Elephant in the Room” – Exclusive Interview
Creative individuals often express their vulnerability in stark contrast to those who choose to conceal their emotions behind layers of metaphor and abstraction. For South Korean artist Sunburnkids, the release of his debut full-length album, Elephant in the Room, presents a daring leap into the deep recesses of his life, unearthing scars he once kept…
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