Peking Opera, a revered Chinese art form blending centuries-old traditions, faces challenges in modern times, struggling to engage the younger generation. Despite government support and international interest, efforts to modernise it and attract younger viewers have shown mixed results. However, Zhang Yudi’s film The Midsummer’s Voice offers a fresh perspective, focusing on the struggles of…
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26th Far East Film Festival: “The Guest” Review
The slasher genre has long been a cornerstone of horror cinema, terrifying audiences with its iconic villains, suspenseful storytelling, and gruesome kills. From the masked killers of Halloween to the supernatural terrors of A Nightmare on Elm Street, slashers continue to draw viewers into their blood-soaked worlds. At the heart of the slasher genre lies…
Blish Opens Up About His Life and His Debut Album, “Wanderland” – Exclusive Interview
Born and raised in Osan, around 21 miles away from Seoul, Blish found his early childhood filled with pure moments of joy while hanging out with friends, playing soccer, and taking part in festivals and school stage performances, whether it was singing or dancing. However, it wasn’t until adolescence that Blish’s musical goals began to…
“Parasyte: The Grey” Review
If you were curious about whether any contemporary alien life form could appear more terrifying than the demogorgons from the renowned science fiction TV series Stranger Things, then Parasyte: The Grey presents a challenge for you. While they may not resemble the conventional image of parasites, the reality is even worse—they are fully formed, shape-shifting…
YES! 82MAJOR To Return with Their First Mini-album, “BEAT by 82″, on April 29th
82MAJOR, a K-pop rookie boy group, is a squad of six young guns with a strong sense of who they are and where they’re headed. Consisting of Nam Seong Mo, Park Seok Joon, Yoon Ye Chan, Cho Seong Il, Hwang Seong Bin, and Kim Do Gyun, they’re on a mission to shake up the K-pop…
“Wanderland” – Blish’s Debut Album Offers Hope and Inspiration
“Every cloud has a silver lining” is how Korean artist Blish begins his enigmatic first full-length album, Wanderland. The first track, Rewind, has an extended invitation with an optimistic message that begins his storytelling. Whilst the chirping birds in the background are unexpected, it’s a delightful way to accompany the vocals of both Blish and…
The Rose at OVO Arena Wembley: A Splendid Feast for the Eyes and Ears
Do bands have the power to bring their listeners to tears? There are a few, I believe, and The Rose is one of them. Those who have followed the band’s journey from day one are well aware of the highs and lows that have filled their path. There have likely been more challenges in the…
Dreamcatcher Radiate Girl Power in London – Concert Review
With a snake-like queue of fans around the block, as I entered The Troxy, I realised this would be the first time I would be attending a K-Pop show unaware of what I was getting myself into. With the tour titled Luck Inside 7 Doors, the girls took that luck and turned it into magic,…
74th Berlin International Film Festival: “REAS” Review
As we plough through this cursed era of remakes and unnecessary sequels, any film or TV series that features a brand new story is a blessing – and there’s nothing more original than real life. Lola Arias directs Argentinian self-proclaimed hybrid musical REAS, which sources its material from the charming inmates of Ezeiza prison a…
Kim Jonghyeon Discusses His Second Mini-album, “Brilliant Seasons”, and Independent Endeavours – Exclusive Interview
Kim Jonghyeon, a South Korean singer, songwriter, and actor who is well-known as the leader, main dancer, and main rapper of his former group, NU’EST, has recently ventured into a solo career. In November 2022, Jonghyeon debuted with the release of his first mini-album, Meridiem. In addition to his work with NU’EST, Jonghyeon participated in…
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