Korean sales powerhouse Finecut has bolstered its European Film Market offerings with two new acquisitions: the 3D animated feature “Long Long Night” and auteur Hong Sangsoo’s latest work “The Day She Returns,” which has been selected for the Panorama section at the 76th Berlin Film Festival. “Long Long Night” adapts an award-winning Korean novel that…
Mirae Asset in Talks to Buy Korean Crypto Exchange Korbit for Up to $100 Million: Reports South Korea’s financial landscape is poised for a significant shift as investment giant Mirae Asset Financial Group reportedly enters acquisition talks. The target is Korbit, the nation’s fourth-largest cryptocurrency exchange by daily trading volume. Local media reports value the…
N Korea, Russia bound in ‘blood’ of war, Kim tells Putin in New Year note The dawn of 2024 was marked by a chilling exchange between two of the world’s most isolated leaders. North Korea’s Kim Jong Un and Russia’s Vladimir Putin exchanged New Year’s greetings that framed their alliance not in terms of diplomacy,…
The South Korean won surged to its strongest level against the U.S. dollar since early November, marking a sharp reversal from a prolonged period of weakness. This powerful rally was directly triggered by a forceful and coordinated warning from the nation’s top financial authorities, demonstrating the potent impact of official communication. The move highlights the…
‘No Other Choice’ Earns Golden Globe Nod The legendary Korean director’s latest film, ‘No Other Choice,’ was nominated for best picture, musical or comedy, at the 2026 Golden Globes. Key Details Award: Best Picture, Musical or Comedy Ceremony: 2026 Golden Globes Director: Legendary Korean filmmaker Image: Chorom Park / UnsplashSource: Hollywood Reporter
