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‘The Assassin(s)’: Only 170,000 More to Break Even—Is Controversy a Marketing Fairy?
Kim Hye-ja, 85, Misses Still Shining Audience Greeting After Festival Health Concerns
'The Assassin(s)' Surpasses 3.08 Million Viewers, Audience Numbers Increase in 3rd Week
Lee Dong-jun: The Cruel Ending and Twist of the 5.2 Billion Won Investment 'Clementine'
Jeon Do-yeon's extreme choppy bangs, a sophisticated look only she can pull off
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 3 Million Viewers Amidst Positive Reviews and Box Office Surge
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 3 Million Viewers—Racing Toward Success Amid Controversy
Prosecution seeks 20 and 15 years in prison for suspects in death of late director Kim Chang-min
Lee Joon-ik's Close Friend—Director Jo Cheol-hyeon, Director of 'The King's Letters', Passes Away After Battle with Bile Duct Cancer
Joo Jin-woo, who called Yoo Hae-jin a 'North Korean lookalike,' admits he hasn't seen 'The Assassin(s)'
Despite Controversy, 'The Assassin(s)' Surpasses 2.5 Million Viewers and Receives Successive Invitations and Praise at Overseas Film Festivals
'The Assassin(s)' Yoo Hae-jin Finally Equipped with Smartwatch—Police Provide Personal Protection
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 2.5 Million Viewers—Screening Suspended at CGV Gumi
Fan Bingbing Dominates Red Carpet with 45-Year-Old Elegance—Contributing to the Prestige of BIFF
'The Assassin(s)' Controversy Spills Over to Shin Dong-yup Due to Lee Min-ho
'The Odyssey' Surpasses 12 Million Viewers—Going Beyond 'Exhuma' and 'Train to Busan' in a Long-Term Run
Jo Yu-ri, who plays Jeon Do-yeon's middle school self, is 25 years old?
Tom Cruise Smiles Amidst 'Digger' Box Office Failure—A Master Who Distinguishes Between Commercial Success and Art
Cho Kuk: "'The Assassin(s)' does not mock Yuk Young-soo's death—Yoo Hae-jin is a 'righteous militia face'"
'The Assassin(s)', Praised Amid Controversy: "Respect, Rediscovery, Jealousy!"
5th Anniversary of the Late Nam Moon-chul from 'The Roundup'—A Scene Stealer Who Was Intense in Every Work
'The Assassin(s)': Promotions Halted Amid Controversy, but Box Office Success Continues Toward 2 Million Viewers
'The Assassin(s)' Stops Even at Busan Film Festival—Actors' Schedules Cancelled
'The Assassin(s)', Recommendations from 42 People Including Lee Young-ae, Kim Go-eun, and Lee Jung-jae Suddenly Deleted
‘The Assassin(s)’: Only 170,000 More to Break Even—Is Controversy a Marketing Fairy?
The film 'The Assassin(s)' is nearing its break-even point with over 3.13 million cumulative viewers, despite ongoing controversies regarding historical distortion and intense political disputes.
Kim Hye-ja, 85, Misses Still Shining Audience Greeting After Festival Health Concerns
A scheduled audience greeting for Still Shining in Seoul on the 15th was canceled after Kim Hye-ja’s red-carpet appearance prompted concern about her health. Distributor Plus M Entertainment had said the 85-year-old actor had cold symptoms.
'The Assassin(s)' Surpasses 3.08 Million Viewers, Audience Numbers Increase in 3rd Week
The film 'The Assassin(s)' is shaking up the Korean film box office by surpassing 3.08 million cumulative viewers. Despite entering its fourth week of release, the film has shown an unusual box office curve where audience numbers increased in the third week, while maintaining high ratings from actual viewers.
Lee Dong-jun: The Cruel Ending and Twist of the 5.2 Billion Won Investment 'Clementine'
Actor Lee Dong-jun revealed the painful past of his film 'Clementine,' which involved a 5.2 billion won investment and the casting of Hollywood action star Steven Seagal, but ultimately resulted in a box office failure and heavy debt. Years later, the film has survived as a famous internet meme.
Jeon Do-yeon's extreme choppy bangs, a sophisticated look only she can pull off
'Queen of Cannes' Jeon Do-yeon showcased a different charm with a bold choppy bangs hairstyle. Having represented Korean cinema with deep acting and overwhelming presence, she presented a transformative visual this time with short bangs cut above the eyebrows and an alluring black dress. Her appearance, where youthful charm and elegance coexist regardless of time, captured attention. Makeup artist Kim Min recently released photos with the caption "Jeon Do-yeon for 'Possible Love' at BFI London Film Festival." The photos capture Jeon Do-yeon attending the 70th BFI London Film Festival for the Netflix film 'Possible Love.' As expectations for the work grow, Jeon Do-yeon's new style revealed at the official event also drew interest. Jeon Do-yeon completed her signature alluring and elegant atmosphere by wearing a black dress with prominent see-through lace details. Adding choppy bangs that cut short above the eyebrows, she revealed a charm different from her existing graceful image. The hairstyle, which could be difficult for anyone else to pull off, blended naturally, amplifying her lovely atmosphere. Jeon Do-yeon's unique presence, showing both intense charisma and girl-like charm simultaneously, stood out. 'Possible Love,' starring Jeon Do-yeon, is scheduled to be released on November 6. The film tells the story of two couples—a laid-off worker and his wife, and a documentary director and his husband—who meet to produce a documentary and face different lives and hidden desires. It is expected to explore the complex emotions and relationships within humans through a meeting that causes cracks in ordinary daily life. In particular, this work is drawing intense interest from the film industry as it is the new film presented by director Lee Chang-dong, who directed 'Green Fish', 'Peppermint Candy', 'Oasis', 'Secret Sunshine', 'Poetry', and 'Burning', after 8 years. It has been considered a highly anticipated work simply because actors representing Korean cinema, including Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung Gu, Zo In-sung, and Cho Yeo-jeong, work together in one project. The key observation point is what kind of characters and relationships the actors, who possess different personalities and acting worlds, will shape under director Lee Chang-dong's unique delicate gaze. 'Possible Love' has raised expectations for its artistic quality by being selected as the Korean representative for the International Feature Film category at the 99th Academy Awards. Director Lee Chang-dong won the TIFF Ebert Director Award at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival Tribute Awards and the Autter Award at the 49th Mill Valley Film Festival. As he receives consecutive attention at international film festivals, interest in the film has increased even further. Significant achievements were also made at the Venice International Film Festival. Director Lee Chang-dong received the Silver Lion Grand Prix in the competition section of the 83rd Venice International Film Festival. Following his win of the Silver Lion for Best Director at the 59th Venice International Film Festival for 'Oasis' in 2002, he has embraced a trophy in Venice again after 24 years. It is also significant in that this is the first time a Korean film has won the Grand Prix at the Venice International Film Festival. Returning with a work receiving attention from the global film industry, Jeon Do-yeon first caught eyes with her radical style transformation. As an actress who shows a new face every time just as much as her intense acting, expectations are gathering for what depth and texture of emotion she will showcase this time in 'Possible Love'.
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 3 Million Viewers Amidst Positive Reviews and Box Office Surge
The film 'The Assassin(s)' continues its box office run, nearing 3 million cumulative viewers despite ongoing controversies regarding its historical interpretation. While debates persist over the depiction of historical events, rising ratings on the CGV Golden Egg Index and Naver are fueling its momentum.
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 3 Million Viewers—Racing Toward Success Amid Controversy
The film 'The Assassin(s)' is approaching 3 million cumulative viewers, maintaining its box office lead despite intense debates over historical interpretation and protests. While the production team maintains that the film is a work of cinematic imagination based on real events, the controversy has escalated to include protests targeting the actors.
Prosecution seeks 20 and 15 years in prison for suspects in death of late director Kim Chang-min
The prosecution has requested heavy prison sentences of 20 and 15 years for two defendants accused of assaulting and causing the death of film director Kim Chang-min. While the prosecution argues for murder and violations of the Welfare of Persons with Disabilities Act, the defendants deny the murder charges, claiming no intent to kill.
Lee Joon-ik's Close Friend—Director Jo Cheol-hyeon, Director of 'The King's Letters', Passes Away After Battle with Bile Duct Cancer
Director Jo Cheol-hyeon, who directed the film 'The King's Letters', has passed away at the age of 67 after battling bile duct cancer. Having served as a pillar of the Korean film industry for over 30 years as a producer, planner, and screenwriter, he made his directorial debut at the relatively late age of 60.
Joo Jin-woo, who called Yoo Hae-jin a 'North Korean lookalike,' admits he hasn't seen 'The Assassin(s)'
As political disputes surrounding the film 'The Assassin(s)' intensify, People Power Party lawmaker Joo Jin-woo is facing controversy for making definitive claims about the movie's content during a National Assembly audit despite appearing not to have watched it.
Despite Controversy, 'The Assassin(s)' Surpasses 2.5 Million Viewers and Receives Successive Invitations and Praise at Overseas Film Festivals
The film 'The Assassin(s)' is maintaining strong box office momentum in Korea, surpassing 2.5 million cumulative viewers within 15 days of release despite intense controversy over historical distortion. While the film is receiving consecutive invitations and acclaim at major international film festivals, it faces diverging evaluations domestically and abroad, alongside safety concerns for lead actor Yoo Hae-jin.
'The Assassin(s)' Yoo Hae-jin Finally Equipped with Smartwatch—Police Provide Personal Protection
The controversy surrounding the film 'The Assassin(s)' has escalated to personal protection measures for lead actor Yoo Hae-jin. Following protests against the film's historical interpretation and threatening remarks online, the police have implemented safety measures, including providing a smartwatch to the actor.
'The Assassin(s)' Nears 2.5 Million Viewers—Screening Suspended at CGV Gumi
Despite intense controversy, the film 'The Assassin(s)' maintains its top position at the box office, nearing 2.5 million cumulative viewers, even as screenings are halted at a theater in Gumi due to local protests.
Fan Bingbing Dominates Red Carpet with 45-Year-Old Elegance—Contributing to the Prestige of BIFF
Chinese actress Fan Bingbing showcased an overwhelming presence at the BIFF red carpet, appearing with a sophisticated and restrained style. Beyond her red carpet appearance, she is participating in the 'Carte Blanche' program to discuss Park Chan-wook's 'The Handmaiden' with audiences.
'The Assassin(s)' Controversy Spills Over to Shin Dong-yup Due to Lee Min-ho
The controversy surrounding historical distortion in the film 'The Assassin(s)' is not subsiding. This time, the fallout has reached a YouTube video featuring actor Lee Min-ho hosted by Shin Dong-yup, with the comment section of the video eventually being closed due to intense debates regarding the work.
'The Odyssey' Surpasses 12 Million Viewers—Going Beyond 'Exhuma' and 'Train to Busan' in a Long-Term Run
Christopher Nolan's new film 'The Odyssey' has surpassed 12 million cumulative viewers, setting another milestone in the Korean film market. Even in its second month of release, the film is proving its strength as a long-term hit by steadily attracting audiences beyond the initial release surge.
Jo Yu-ri, who plays Jeon Do-yeon's middle school self, is 25 years old?
Singer and actress Jo Yu-ri drew unexpected reactions after revealing photos from the filming set of the movie 'Possible Love', where she portrays the younger version of Jeon Do-yeon. With short hair and retro styling, she captured a fresh atmosphere that looks like an actual middle school student.
Tom Cruise Smiles Amidst 'Digger' Box Office Failure—A Master Who Distinguishes Between Commercial Success and Art
Tom Cruise, once considered Hollywood's ultimate box office guarantee, has faced an unexpected challenge with his ambitious new film 'Digger,' which is struggling with both poor reviews and low box office numbers despite its massive budget. However, rather than bowing his head, Cruise expressed pride in the work, emphasizing artistic value over commercial results.
Cho Kuk: "'The Assassin(s)' does not mock Yuk Young-soo's death—Yoo Hae-jin is a 'righteous militia face'"
Cho Kuk, head of the Rebuilding Korea Party's Innovation Policy Research Institute, has sparked a political controversy after defending the film 'The Assassin(s)' and describing actor Yoo Hae-jin as having a "righteous militia face," prompting a sharp rebuttal from People Power Party lawmaker Joo Jin-woo.
'The Assassin(s)', Praised Amid Controversy: "Respect, Rediscovery, Jealousy!"
Park Si-young, the poster designer for the movie 'The King's Warden', has offered strong praise for the film 'The Assassin(s)', highlighting Hur Jin-ho's direction, Lee Min-ho's acting, and the exceptional production design despite ongoing historical controversy.
5th Anniversary of the Late Nam Moon-chul from 'The Roundup'—A Scene Stealer Who Was Intense in Every Work
It has been five years since the passing of actor Nam Moon-chul. His heavy presence in numerous films and dramas, including 'The Roundup', continues to remind us of the value of an actor whose impact transcends the hierarchy of lead and supporting roles.
'The Assassin(s)': Promotions Halted Amid Controversy, but Box Office Success Continues Toward 2 Million Viewers
Despite the cancellation of promotional schedules due to historical distortion controversies, the film 'The Assassin(s)' maintains its top position at the box office and is nearing the 2 million viewer milestone.
'The Assassin(s)' Stops Even at Busan Film Festival—Actors' Schedules Cancelled
The controversy over historical distortion in the film 'The Assassin(s)' has escalated from a debate over the work itself to safety concerns for actors and staff, leading to the cancellation of official schedules at the Busan International Film Festival.
'The Assassin(s)', Recommendations from 42 People Including Lee Young-ae, Kim Go-eun, and Lee Jung-jae Suddenly Deleted
The controversy surrounding the film 'The Assassin(s)' is spreading beyond the work itself to its promotional content. It has been reported that the recommendations left by 42 famous actors, directors, and writers, including Lee Young-ae, Kim Go-eun, and Lee Jung-jae, have suddenly disappeared. The debate over historical distortion in the film is appearing to affect not only the social media accounts and advertisements of the cast but now even the recommendations that were extensively released at the time of release. 'The Assassin(s)' raised expectations for the work by releasing handwritten recommendations from film industry figures who attended the VIP premiere ahead of its release on the 23rd of last month. Many major figures in the film industry, including actors, directors, and writers, attended the VIP premiere held on the 21st of last month, and the recommendations released at the time included the names of famous actors such as Lee Young-ae, Kim Go-eun, Lee Jung-jae, Jang Dong-geon, Uhm Jeong-hwa, Ko So-young, and Chae Shi-ra. Writers Kim Eun-sook and Kim Eun-hee, as well as directors Kim Sung-soo and Lee Joon-ik, also shared their thoughts on the work through their recommendations. At the time, the recommendations included a series of positive reviews for the film. Lee Young-ae left a positive evaluation of director Hur Jin-ho's direction, and Kim Go-eun expressed her thoughts to the effect that she felt gratitude for the present after watching the work. Lee Jung-jae also showed a positive response to the atmosphere and completeness of the film, and Jang Dong-geon highly praised director Hur Jin-ho's direction in unraveling the mystery genre. Park Byung-eun, Kim Bum, and Im Su-jeong also sent their support, mentioning the actors' performances, the message conveyed by the work, and the tension of the drama. <div id="AD178548084231" class="ad-template"> <div class="col"><div class="ad-view"> <div id="aiin-mediafinepc-contentmiddle"></div> </div></div> </div> However, the atmosphere changed significantly after the film's release. As the film, which is based on the shooting of First Lady Yuk Young-soo that occurred on August 15, 1974, faced criticism from political circles and related organizations for presenting settings that differ from some facts in the process of reconstructing the actual historical event, the controversy spread. In particular, opinions clashed over whether the new interpretations and dramatic settings of the actual event could be accepted as historical facts by the audience. The controversy did not stop with the actors appearing directly in the film. Protest comments regarding the film continued on the SNS accounts of fellow actors who recommended the work. In particular, reactions questioning the film's recommendations or raising doubts about historical awareness appeared on the posts of Lee Young-ae, Kim Go-eun, Park Byung-eun, and others. Even though they did not appear directly in the film, they ended up standing in the middle of the controversy simply because they watched and recommended the work. The debate surrounding the cast also spread to other areas. In the YouTube advertisement videos and SNS posts of a fast-food brand for which Yoo Hae-jin serves as an advertising model, it was confirmed that writing comments has been restricted, and protest reactions related to the film continued on the SNS accounts of cast members such as Lee Min-ho and Ryu Hye-young. As the historical debate surrounding the work spreads to the individual activities of the actors and online communication spaces, it is causing quite a stir in the film industry. In this situation, attention is being focused on the background as it has been learned that the 42 recommendations, which were a major subject of promotion at the time of release, have all been deleted. However, it has not been specifically confirmed who deleted the recommendations or for what reason. Whether it is directly related to the historical distortion controversy has also not been revealed. Therefore, there are still unconfirmed parts to conclude that the deletion of the recommendations itself is a response to the controversy. 'The Assassin(s)' is a mystery thriller directed by Hur Jin-ho and starring Yoo Hae-jin, Park Hae-il, Lee Min-ho, and others. Based on the shooting of First Lady Yuk Young-soo that occurred in 1974, it dramatically unravels possibilities that differ from the circumstances of the incident officially known at the time. It is at this very point that the debate over the scope of cinematic imagination began. As a feature film based on a historical event, views that creative freedom should be recognized are clashing with arguments that responsibility for factual accuracy is required since it deals with real people and actual events. As the controversy grew, the production team stated their position that they did not make the film for the purpose of newly establishing a specific historical conclusion or denying/distorting existing facts. The explanation is to the effect that the hypotheses and dramatic settings in the film were not presented as historical facts themselves. Ultimately, the current debate has expanded beyond the completeness or box office success of the work to the question of how much the boundary between actual history and feature films should be allowed to be blurred. Interestingly, despite the controversy, the film itself has attracted audiences. 'The Assassin(s)' surpassed 1 million cumulative viewers four days after its release, continuing the box office trend in the Chuseok theater market. However, apart from the box office success, the debate surrounding the reconstruction of the historical event is not subsiding easily. Furthermore, as the influence of the controversy enters the scope of actors' SNS, advertisements, and VIP recommendations, the scope of the conflict surrounding a single film appears to be much wider than expected.