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Kim Seon-Hyang, ‘Water Snake' - Translated by Darcy Paquet and Sun Kyoung Yoon from Korean by Modern Poetry in Translation Magazine

This week we're excited to present a conversation which recently took place as part of our new series, Korean Cinema's Golden Decade: The 1960s, following a screening of Yu Hyun-mok's 1961 South Korean classic, Aimless Bullet. Film critic, lecturer, and author Darcy Paquet and series co-curators, Korean Film Archive's Young Jin Eric Choi and Subway Cinema's Goran Topalovic, lead a discussion of the film. Banned in 1961 for its scathing critique of postwar reconstruction but now widely hailed as one of the greatest Korean films ever made, Yu Hyun-mok's breakout feature was this unrelentingly bleak, noir-tinged melodrama set in the aftermath of the Korean War. The film follows the tragic bond between two brothers living with their surviving family in a Seoul slum called Liberation Village. While Cheol-ho, an accountant suffering from a toothache he can't afford to treat, struggles to scrape together a meager existence, the senseless consequences of the war gradually tear at the seams of his family and push his younger brother, Young-Ho, to a desperate measure. An on-location tour through the traumatized atmosphere of Korea's capital, Aimless Bullet artfully blends expressionist and neorealist styles within a grimly introspective portrait of a nation left shattered by hatred and fear—touching on everything from military prostitution and economic inequality to the exploitations of the film industry itself. Restored in 2015 by the Korean Film Archive.

Da Binge Bois arrive on this day to talk about one of the biggest movies of the last five years, Korean film Parasite! After watching two Korean movies that fell off in the third act, does Parasite come through and hold strong? Is this movie worthy of all the praise and accolades it received? Time to find out during this review! Movie Synopsis: Parasite is a 2019 South Korean thriller film directed by Bong Joon-ho, who co-wrote the screenplay with Han Jin-won and co-produced. The film, starring Song Kang-ho, Lee Sun-kyun, Cho Yeo-jeong, Choi Woo-shik, Park So-dam, Jang Hye-jin, Park Myung-hoon and Lee Jung-eun, follows a poor family who scheme to become employed by a wealthy family, infiltrating their household by posing as unrelated, highly qualified individuals. The script is based on Bong's source material from a play written in 2013. He later adapted it into a 15-page film draft, and it was split into three different drafts by Han. Bong stated that he was inspired by the 1960 Korean film The Housemaid, and by the Christine and Léa Papin incident in the 1930s. Filming began in May 2018 and finished that September. The project included cinematographer Hong Kyung-pyo, film editor Yang Jin-mo, and composer Jung Jae-il. Darcy Paquet, an American film critic and author, provided English translations for the film's international release.

Korea24 – 2023.01.06. (Friday) News Briefing : DP leader Lee Jae-myung will appear for prosecutors' questioning next Tuesday, in connection to a bribery investigation involving Seongnam FC. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review) : The Yoon administration has eased real estate regulations but the market still faces challenges ahead with the current economy. Prof. Jeon Jae-sik from Konkuk University's Real Estate Studies department joins the show to help us understand the situation. Korea Trending with Walter Lee : 1. Users are criticizing Kakao’s compensation for regular users regarding last year’s blackout, as a free service it offered will transition to a paid subscription after a month. (톡서랍 한달 뒤 자동 유료전환…카카오 '낚시 보상’ 논란) 2. Ticket prices for BLACKPINK’s concerts in Hong Kong later this month have gone up, to as high as eight times the original price, with scalpers selling them online. This comes as Hong Kong is expected to reopen its border with mainland China on Sunday. (49만원 VIP티켓이 400만원으로…中팬심 불붙인 ‘韓 걸그룹’) 3. An elementary school in Wando County, South Jeolla Province, has continued its decades old tradition of presenting its graduating students with calves over seven months old. Students who graduate are gifted with one calf each, and have to offer another calf three years later. ("졸업하면 송아지 1마리"···어느 초등학교의 '특별한 장학금') Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise review the new Korean comedy “Switch” starring Kwon Sang-woo as a famous actor who gets to live out an alternate life path. They also share their thoughts on “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” the sequel to the 2019 hit “Knives Out.” Next Week from Seoul with Emma Sparkes : -The government will hold a public debate on the compensation for victims of Japan’s wartime forced labor. -BOK chief Rhee Chang-yong will attend a meeting in Switzerland, and later the rate-setting meeting on Friday. -Big Bang’s Taeyang will make a comeback with his new single “Vibe” featuring Jimin of BTS.

Korea24 – 2022.12.29 (Thursday) News Briefing: At least five people are dead and some 30 others wounded in a fire that broke out in a noise-barrier tunnel after a traffic accident on an expressway in Gwacheon, Gyeonggi Province. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (People of the Year 2022): The South Korean men’s national football team have been chosen as Korea 24’s People of the Year after their outstanding performance at the World Cup in Qatar. The former assistant coach of the Taeguk Warriors, Sergio Costa, joins us via video call to talk about the team’s achievement. Korea Trending with Diane Yoo: 1. Seoul city has proposed plans to raise subway and bus fares by 300 won next year. (서울 대중교통 요금 이르면 내년 4월 300원 인상) 2. Volleyball player Jo Jae-sung has admitted to trying to evade mandatory military service through a broker. (배구선수 조재성, 병역비리 가담 시인) 3. A story about consulting firms in the US helping younger employees in companies overcome their fear of phone calls has attracted attention. ('전화 공포증' MZ세대 위한 통화법 코칭 등장) Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us to discuss the year in Korean cinema and reveal their picks for the best film, director, actor and supporting actress of the year. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - The Korea Herald: Places to see first sunrise of 2023 in South Korea (Kim Hae-yeon) - The Korea Times: Millennium Hilton Seoul disappears into history (Lee Hae-rin)

Korea24 – 2022.12.16 (Friday) News Briefing: Memorial ceremonies for the victims of the Itaewon crowd crush were held across the country, marking the 49th day since the tragedy, representing the final day of mourning in Buddhist tradition. (Emma Sparks) In-Depth News Analysis: Professor Ahn Jae-myung from the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) joins us on the line to discuss South Korea's first-ever lunar orbiter, Danuri, entering the moon’s orbit this week after its four month journey from earth. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The CEO of Institut Pasteur Korea, Dr. Jee Young-mee, is reportedly being tapped to head the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency. (새 질병관리청장에 지영미 유력…‘이해충돌’ 논란 백경란 후임) 2. A Seoul subway train broke down on a bridge on Thursday night, trapping some 500 passengers for two hours. (‘한강철교 위’ 지하철 1호선 고장…2시간 동안 ‘덜덜’) 3. South Korea is set to compete in the Asia Professional Baseball Championship next November. (한국, 6년만에 열리는 APBC 참가…내년 11월 개최) Movie Spotlight with Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet: - “Avatar: The Way of Water (아바타: 물의 길)” - “Before, Now & Then (나나)” Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - The government will release details for adjusting its COVID-19 indoor mask mandate by next Friday. - The Seoul Light-Gwanghwa and Seoul Lantern Festival will run at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul from Monday. - The World Cup final between Argentina and France will take place on Sunday.

Korea24 – 2022.12.09 (Friday) News Briefing: The nationwide truck drivers strike has come to an end after 16 days. Unionized truckers voted to call off the walkout, despite no demands having been met. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The cryptocurrency Wemix, operated by video game company Wemade, was delisted from South Korea’s key cryptocurrency exchanges on Thursday, spurring panic among its investors. We take a closer look at what happened with Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea. We also discuss the latest jobs growth data, and the growing number of single households in Korea. Korea Trending with Diane Yoo: 1. Police and firefighters in Ulsan killed three bears that escaped from an illegal breeding farm Thursday night. (울산서 곰 3마리 탈출...사육농장 부부 숨진 채 발견) 2. The national football team captain Son Heung-min thanked forward Oh Hyeon-gyu for his role in the team at the World Cup, despite not being included in the 26-man squad. (27번째 대표팀 선수‥등번호 없는 태극전사) 3. Singer/rapper TOP of the K-pop group Big Bang is set to accompany Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa to fly around the moon next year. (日억만장자 마에자와 "빅뱅 탑과 내년 달 여행") Movie Spotlight: A new Korean film “Christmas Carol (크리스마스 캐럴)” hit cinemas this week. But despite its name, it is a very un-festive movie about a young man seeking revenge for the death of his brother. We’ll also discuss the US black comedy horror, “The Menu (더 메뉴)”, starring Ralph Fiennes, with our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - The top nuclear envoys of South Korea, the United States and Japan will meet in Jakarta, Indonesia next week to discuss issues related to North Korea. - The chief of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will visit South Korea from next Tuesday to Friday to discuss a range of nuclear issues with government officials. - South Korea’s first lunar orbiter “Danuri” is set to enter lunar orbit next week.

Korea24 – 2022.12.02 (Friday) News Briefing: A Seoul court is deliberating over an arrest warrant for the former national security adviser, Suh Hoon, over cover-up allegations involving the death of a fisheries official by North Korean soldiers in 2020. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): South Korea's consumer prices rose five percent in November, the slowest on-year gain since April, suggesting a continuing slowdown in inflation. Meanwhile, exports fell for the second consecutive month in November, leading to eight straight months of a trade deficit for the first time since the Asian financial crisis in the 1990s. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea reviews the data for us. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Prosecutors have indicted nine people, including the grandson of Namyang Dairy Products’s late founder, on drug related charges. (남양유업 손자 마약 구속 기소…'재벌 3세 마약 스캔들' 터지나) 2. RM of the K-pop sensation BTS has released his first official solo album, Indigo. (BTS RM, 첫 공식 솔로 음반 '인디고' 발표) 3. Japan shocked the footballing world by advancing into the round of 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup after beating powerhouse Spain. ([월드컵] 일본, 두 대회 연속 16강…아시아 새 역사) Movie Spotlight: “The Night Owl (올빼미)”, a historical drama centered about a mysterious death at a royal palace, is our first film this week. We also look at a comedy, “Men of Plastic (압꾸정)”, starring Ma Dong-seok, aka Don Lee, about a local chancer looking to start his own plastic surgery business. Critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet provide the reviews. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - South Korea faces Portugal in the final FIFA World Cup group match on Saturday 12AM(KST). - President Yoon Suk Yeol will hold a summit with Vietnamese President Nguyen Xuan Phuc in Seoul on Monday. - Next week marks 10 years since the Korean traditional song “Arirang” was added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list.

Georgina Godwin and historian Alex von Tunzelmann review the Saturday papers. Plus: Monocle's contributing editor Andrew Mueller on the week's stranger stories and we hear from US film critic Darcy Paquet, who translated the subtitles for the South Korean film ‘Parasite'.

In today's show, we ask: are Iran's protests coming to a head? Plus, we discuss whether Donald Trump will announce his intention to stand in the 2024 presidential race, the world's population surpassing 8 billion people and we hear from Darcy Paquet, who worked on the Oscar-winning Korean film ‘Parasite'.

Georgina Godwin and Enrico Franceschini discuss the spat between France and Italy over migrants, Anshel Pfeffer gives a rundown on Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu's new government, and Darcy Paquet, subtitle translator for ‘Parasite', on what makes a good film translation.

Korea24 – 2022.10.14 (Friday) News Briefing: North Korea conducted multiple provocations from Thursday night to the early hours of Friday, and claimed it was in response to South Korea’s artillery shots fired on Thursday. The South Korean defense ministry sent a notice to the North through a military hotline, urging it to abide by the 2018 agreement signed between the two Koreas to diffuse military tension. (Koo Heejin) Weekly Economy Review: The Bank of Korea this week made another big step of raising its key interest rate by 50 basis points, to three percent. Meanwhile, the International Monetary Fund raised South Korea’s growth outlook for this year by 0.3%p from July’s estimate, to 2.6% but slashed its outlook for 2023. Also this week, it was announced that Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix would be given a one year exemption from the US' export curbs against China. Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea helps us digest the week's economic news. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea confirmed its first case of 'body packing'. The body packer was found to have died of acute ecstasy poisoning, caused by burst drug packets inside his body.(뱃속에서 마약 터진 남성 사망…국내 첫 ‘보디패커’ 확인 ‘충격’) 2. The man who spent 15 years in prison for raping eleven minors is facing release from prison, and it is being reported that he will be living at a rehabilitation facility under the Ministry of Justice. (미성년 11명 성폭행 김근식, 출소 뒤 경기도 갱생시설 거주) 3. Netflix plans to launch a cheaper, ad-supported plan in South Korea and eleven other countries next month. Users with this option will have to watch an average of 4-5 mins of ads per hour. (넷플릭스, 광고 기반 요금제 11월 출시…한국서 5500원) Movie Spotlight: DAEMUGA(대무가), a comedy-drama about shamanism by debut director Lee Hanjong, is quite an unusual film about three shamans and a gangster. The film is divided into three parts, with each part centered around one of the shamans. Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise also talk about some of the highlights of this year's Busan International Film Festival that is closing today. Next Week from Seoul with Richard Larkin: - Top military officers from South Korea, Japan, and the United States will hold trilateral talks in the U.S. next week. - South Korean Foreign minister Park Jin will travel to Vietnam to celebrate the two countries’ 30th anniversary of diplomatic ties this year. - From next week, patients who visit the emergency room can receive treatment without testing for COVID -19 first.

Korea24 – 2022.10.07 (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea and the US have begun more joint naval drills, in a further response to North Korea’s recent missile provocations. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): It was revealed this week that US President Joe Biden sent a letter to President Yoon Suk Yeol acknowledging Seoul’s concerns over the US Inflation Reduction Act, which only gives tax credits to electric vehicles assembled in North America in a major blow to Korean automakers. We take a closer look at the significance of this letter, as well as Korea’s slowing inflation, with Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. At least 38, including 22 young children, were killed after a shooting and stabbing rampage by a former police officer at a childcare center in Thailand. (태국 어린이집서 총기난사 사건…어린이 22명 등 최소 38명 숨져) 2. The government approved former KDCA Commissioner Jeong Eun-kyeong, known for spearheading South Korea’s COVID-19 response efforts, to work at the Seoul National University Bundang Hospital. (정은경 前질병청장, 분당서울대병원 취업) 3. Netflix has stopped airing the Korean drama series “Little Women” in Vietnam amid allegations the show distorted historical facts regarding the Vietnam War. ('작은 아씨들', 베트남 넷플릭스서 방영 중단 "주의 기울일 것") Movie Spotlight: The 27th edition of the Busan International Film Festival kicked off on Wednesday. 243 films from 71 countries will be screened over its 10-day run, including 89 world premieres and 12 international premieres. Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us on the line from Busan to let us know what to expect. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo will embark on a nine-day trip to three South American countries next week: Chile, Uruguay and Argentina. - On Wednesday, the Bank of Korea will have the first of its last two remaining policy meetings of the year, with another interest rate hike expected. - Seoul Fashion Week will kick off next Tuesday at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza.

Korea24 – 2022.09.23 (Friday) News Briefing: All remaining outdoor mask mandates will be lifted in South Korea from Monday, including at outdoor sports stadiums, concerts and rallies. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The US Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate by 75 basis points for the third time in a row on Wednesday, leaving South Korea’s benchmark rate 75 basis points lower than the US. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to discuss where this leaves the Bank of Korea’s future rate hikes, as well as government data showing that the nation is on track to record a trade deficit for the sixth consecutive month. Korea Trending with Jung Ye-won: 1. Japan has announced that it will resume visa-free travel for foreign travelers from October 11. (기시다 "외국인 무비자 일본 입국 내달 11일부터 허용") 2. Daejeon's fire and rescue authorities are looking for an anonymous hero who saved a woman from drowning after she accidentally drove into a stream. (하천에 추락한 차량 목격한 시민, 운전자 구하고 홀연히 떠나) 3. 34-year-old golfer Choi Na-yeon says next month's BMW Ladies Championship 2022 will be the last LPGA tour of her career. (LPGA 통산 9승 최나연, 10월 BMW 챔피언십 끝으로 은퇴) Movie Spotlight: What could go wrong on a ship full of dangerous criminals? Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet found out in the action-horror-thriller “Project Wolf Hunting” starring Seo In-guk. They give their reviews of the film, along with their thoughts on "Thunderbird", an indie thriller about debts and betrayal. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will visit Seoul next Thursday. - A group of Korean lawmakers will travel to Japan for the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe next week. - The South Korean men’s national football team will play two friendly matches in preparation for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

Korea24 – 2022.09.16 (Friday) News Briefing: China's top legislator, Li Zhanshu, is in Seoul, where he has met with President Yoon Suk-yeol. He also met with the National Assembly speaker Kim Jin-pyo, who proposed a three-way meeting with the parliamentary speakers of South Korea, China and Japan. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): On Tuesday, the US reported a higher than expected inflation of 8.3% in August, which sent markets tumbling. This also raised the odds of another major rate hike by the US Federal Reserve next week. In South Korea, the local currency depreciated further against the dollar, passing the 1,390-won mark for the first time in over 13 years. Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to dissect these latest developments. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Seoul’s Gwanak District has come under fire for sponsoring a golf tournament 'in solidarity with' victims of last month’s flooding in the region. (서울 관악구, '수재민과 함께하는 골프대회' 논란) 2. Nike has unveiled the new national team uniforms for 11 countries competing in the Qatar 2022 football World Cup, including South Korea’s home kit. ('황희찬 메인 모델' 나이키, 대한민국 새 유니폼 발표) 3. Honey J, leader of the dance crew “Holy Bang” that won “Street Woman Fighter”, has announced that she is getting married and having a baby. ('스우파' 허니제이, 결혼+임신 깜짝 발표) Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review “Confidential Assignment 2: International (공조2: 인터내셔날)”, the action-comedy sequel that has pulled in over 3 million admissions since its release before the Chuseok holiday, as well as the indie drama, “Kim Min-young of the Report Card (성적표의 김민영)”, which won the grand prize at the Jeonju International Film Festival in 2021. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - President Yoon Suk Yeol will depart on a three-nation tour next week, visiting the U.K, U.S, and Canada. - The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport is expected to announce the 'Mobility Innovation Roadmap' on Monday. - A US Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting will take place next Tuesday and Wednesday, where a further rate hike is set to be announced.

Korea24 – 2022.08.12. (Friday) News Briefing: The Yoon Suk Yeol administration has announced Samsung’s Lee Jae-yong is among the list for the upcoming Liberation Day presidential pardons. Former President Lee Myung-bak has not been included. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The government announced plans this week to ease the financial burden on the public and combat inflation ahead of the Chuseok holiday. They include boosting stocks of key vegetables and fruits by up to one-point-four times the usual amount. Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to give his assessment of the measures, and reaction to the latest US inflation numbers. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The South Korean police have announced plans to use a restraint belt, instead of rope, when transporting suspects being held in jail. ('밧줄 호송' 사라진다…경찰, 이달까지 '벨트 포승' 보급 마무리) 2. A quick-thinking bus driver in Seoul stopped a woman who appeared to be getting ready to jump off a bridge as he was driving on his route. (빗속 양화대교 난간에 올라선 시민…버스기사와 승객이 구조) 3. Star volleyball player Kim Yeon-koung could play her first game in Korea in 17 months this Saturday at the 2022 Korean Volleyball Federation Cup. (김연경, 13일 KOVO컵 개막전으로 국내 복귀 기대) Movie Spotlight: Hot off the success of the smash hit series “Squid Game”, actor Lee Jung-jae’s directorial debut hit Korean theaters this week, “Hunt (헌트)”. Critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their thoughts on the espionage-action movie, as well as a new Netflix action movie, “Carter (카터)” by director Jeong Byeong-gil. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates will visit South Korea from Monday and meet with President Yoon Suk Yeol. - On Tuesday, the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) will launch an investigation into whether Google Play, Apple’s App Store, and ONE store violated the country's in-app payment laws. - South Korea and the U.S. are set to start preliminary military drills from Tuesday ahead of their combined Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise later this month.

Korea24 – 2022.08.05. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea’s first lunar orbiter, Danuri, has successfully been launched into outer space. It is now on its designated trajectory to the moon. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to discuss South Korea's 6.3% inflation in July, the steepest rise in almost 24 years. We also discuss the government and dairy farmers being at odds over a pricing system for milk. And we also look at the government's controversial plan to end the mandatory shutdown rules for large supermarkets. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Lee Yong-soo, a survivor of Japan’s wartime sex slavery, was injured as she was dragged away by security personnel at the National Assembly on Thursday, as she attempted to meet with U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. (펠로시 만나려던 이용수 할머니 부상) 2. An Iraqi man reportedly threw a bundle of cash worth 22 million won into the air in a street in Seoul’s Nowon District on Thursday night. (노원구 거리서 현금 2200만 원 뿌린 외국인…직접 분실신고) 3. Hollywood superstar Brad Pitt will be visiting South Korea for the first time in 8 years later this month to promote his latest film “Bullet Train.” (브래드 피트, 8년 만에 내한) Movie Spotlight: The Korean blockbuster season is in full swing, and we review two out now in cinemas this week. Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet provide their thoughts on “Hansan: Rising Dragon (한산: 용의 출현)”, a prequel to the 2014 smash hit “The Admiral: Roaring Currents”, and the air-disaster movie “Emergency Declaration (비상선언)”. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - The South Korean government is expected to announce next week measures to tame inflation in preparation for the Chuseok holiday. - Foreign Minister Park Jin will visit China next Monday and meet with his counterpart Wang Yi. - High jump star Woo Sang-hyeok will compete in a Diamond League event in Monaco next Thursday.

Korea24 – 2022.07.22. (Friday) News Briefing: Rival political parties reached an agreement on the organization of standing committees for the second half of the 21st National Assembly, ending a 53-day vacuum in parliament. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The Yoon administration unveiled their tax reform plan on Thursday, proposing sweeping cuts, including corporate tax and the first income tax cut in 15 years. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to give his assessment of the proposal. He also gives his thoughts on the prolonged strike by unionized subcontract workers at Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, which was finally resolved on Friday. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The operator of the nation's largest prostitution brokerage website has been extradited to Korea 10 months after being arrested in the Philippines. (‘70만’ 성매매사이트 ‘밤의 전쟁’ 운영자, 필리핀서 강제 송환) 2. The South Korean national men’s basketball team failed to advance to the semifinals of the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup after losing 78-88 to New Zealand. ('이대성·최준용 퇴장' 남자 농구, 뉴질랜드에 분패…아시아컵 4강 좌절) 3. The number of buses operating on a route to Iseltwald village in Switzerland is set to increase due to demand after appearing on the hit K-Drama series, “Crash Landing on You.” (“사랑의 불시착 효과”… 스위스 호수마을, 버스까지 늘렸다) Movie Spotlight: The sci-fi fantasy action film “Alienoid (외계+인 1부)” hit theaters this week, kick starting the local summer blockbuster season. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us in the studio to give their review on the ambitious film, as well as a new US$200 million Netflix action film, “The Gray Man (그레이맨), starring Ryan Gosling. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - Indonesian President Joko Widodo will arrive in South Korea next Wednesday for a bilateral summit with President Yoon Suk Yeol. - The National Assembly will hold a three-day interpellation session on government policies from Monday. - Veterans Affairs Minister Park Min-shik will travel to Washington DC next week to attend the unveiling of a new Korean War memorial monument.

Korea24 – 2022.07.15. (Friday) News Briefing: The South Korean won has fallen to the lowest point against the US dollar in 13 years, amid concerns over inflation and tightening monetary policies. It closed at 1,326.10 won per dollar. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Earlier this week, the Bank of Korea raised its key interest rate by a historic 50 basis points. Meanwhile, South Korea and the US are reportedly considering a currency swap deal as the Korean won continues to depreciate against the US dollar. And latest government figures show South Korea’s job growth slowed moderately in June. To provide analysis on these topics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea ranked 40th out of 52 nations in a survey on the best places to live in the world for foreigners. (“한국, ‘외국인 살기 좋은 나라’ 52개국 중 40위…의료는 2위”) 2. 24 visitors to an amusement park in Gyeongju were trapped on a roller coaster at a height of 55 meters for almost 50 minutes after the ride malfunctioned. (아파트 20층 높이서 멈춰선 롤러코스터…공포의 '50분') 3. A previously unknown self-portrait by artist Vincent Van Gogh has been discovered hidden behind another painting via X-ray. (반 고흐 미공개 자화상 137년만에 발견) Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us in the studio to review a new Korean action film starring Jang Hyuk, called “The Killer: A Girl who Deserves to Die (더 킬러: 죽어도 되는 아이)”, as well as “Elvis (엘비스)”, Baz Luhrmann’s biopic on the legendary rock and roll star, Elvis Presley. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - The Bank of Korea Governor Rhee Chang-yong will meet the U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Tuesday in Seoul to discuss global economic issues. - South Korean Foreign Minister Park Jin is reportedly planning a visit to Japan next week to meet with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to discuss bilateral ties. - High jumper Woo Sang-hyeok will be aiming to become the first Korean to win gold at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon, on Monday.

Korea24 – 2022.07.08. (Friday) News Briefing: The ethics committee of the ruling People Power Party (PPP) has handed down a six-month suspension on leader Lee Jun-seok over allegations of destroying evidence related to a sexual bribery case. However, Lee has said he will not be stepping down. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): It was announced this week that South Korea's consumer prices rose 6% on-year in June, which is the fastest growth in nearly 24 years. Meanwhile, the Yoon administration announced that it will rein in the fiscal deficit to within 3% of the nation's GDP. And the head of the IMF warned that the risk of a global economic recession is on the rise. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to discuss these developments. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea’s first monkeypox patient has been discharged from the hospital after being in quarantine for 15 days. (국내 원숭이두창 첫 확진자 격리해제…"건강상태 양호") 2. Prosecutors are seeking a six-month prison sentence for Park Kyung-seok, the co-chair of a civic group representing people with disabilities, for disrupting bus operations during an undeclared protest last year. ('버스운행 방해' 박경석 전장연 공동대표, 징역 6개월 구형) 3. South Korea has been grouped with Japan for next year's World Baseball Classic. (돌아온 WBC, 시작부터 한일전…본선 조편성 발표) Movie Spotlight: The 26th Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival opened on Thursday, one of the largest film festivals in Asia focusing on genre films. This is the first time the event is being held fully in person after the last two editions were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Film critic Darcy Paquet joins us on the line from Bucheon to tell us about the lineup and the opening night. Next Week In Seoul with Chris Welsh: - The Bank of Korea is expected to raise the key interest rate by 50 basis points at its policy meeting next Wednesday. - Some Korean convenience stores will begin the testing of delivery drones. - Premier League’s Tottenham Hotspurs will play in two exhibition matches in Korea next week.

Korea24 – 2022.07.01. (Friday) News Briefing: A heat wave has struck most parts of South Korea with monsoon rains subsiding. But Typhoon Aere is forecast to hit the peninsula next week. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) announced it was raising electricity rates by the maximum level under the current pricing system this week. This has raised concerns over its potential impact on inflation. Meanwhile, the minimum wage for next year is set to be raised by 5%, and the Yoon administration has negatively assessed government funded “job projects”. For analysis on these topics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Food delivery drivers are quitting their jobs as demand for food deliveries have dropped since the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions. (집콕 끝난 배달 시장 라이더 이탈 가속) 2. Customs authorities booked a delivery worker who attempted to smuggle marijuana in parcels sent from the US, with the drugs hidden in small dolls. (인형 뱃속에 무언가?…택배기사가 고객 정보로 마약 밀수) 3. Fire service authorities are trying to determine what led a 20-story building in downtown Seoul to shake for some five minutes on Friday. (종로 르메이에르 빌딩 흔들림 신고) Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us to review “Decision To Leave (헤어질 결심)”, which won Director Park Chan-wook the Best Director award at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. They also review “TopGun: Maverick”, the sequel to the 1986 blockbuster starring Tom Cruise, which has already grossed over $1billion worldwide. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - The Democratic Party (DP) is set to elect a new National Assembly speaker next Monday. - An internal ethics panel of the People Power Party (PPP) is set to make its ruling on party chairperson Lee Jun-seok(이준석) in relation to allegations of sexual bribery. - Spanish football team Sevilla FC is arriving in Seoul next Friday ahead of a friendly with the English Premier League team Tottenham Hotspur.

Korea24 – 2022.06.17.(금) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol spoke on the phone with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday, and urged the UNSC to sternly respond to N.Korea's nuclear and missile threats. (Koo Hee-jin) In-depth News Analysis(WeeklyEconomy Review): Economics professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins the show to help us digest the week’s hottest economic issues. We discuss the US Federal Reserve biggest interest rate hike in 28 years and the outlook for the Bank of Korea's rate decisions in the coming months, the Yoon Suk Yeol administration's economic policy directions, and more. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The defense ministry will begin a six-month trial program next week, extending the hours conscripts can use their mobile phones. Three types of time slots will be tested, from minimal hours to 24/7. (병사도 24시간 휴대전화 소지하나...연말까지 시범운영) 2. The KDCA emphasized the proper way to wear a face mask during Thursday's regular briefing, including changing to a new one when a mask gets wet. This comes as some raised concerns over the spread of COVID-19 at concerts known to spray water at the audience. (싸이 흠뻑쇼, 젖은 마스크 위험"… 다시 보는 올바른 마스크 착용법) 3. "American Song Contest" winner AleXa will perform at a red carpet event for “Top Gun: Maverick” in Seoul in Sunday. Tom Cruise will make his tenth visit to South Korea, along with other cast members of the highest grossing movie of the year in the US. (알렉사, 톰 크루즈 환영한다…'탑건' 레드카펫 축하 무대) Movie Spotlight: Director Park Hoon-jung is back with “The Witch: Part 2. The Other One(마녀2),” a sequel to the 2018 film which launched Kim Da-mi's successful acting career. In the sequel, rookie actor Shin Shi-a comes in as the new lead. Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise also review the animated film “Lightyear(버즈 라이트이어),” a Toy Story spin-off by Pixar. Next Week from Seoul with Richard Larkin: Richard shares some events to look out for in the coming week, including teen swimming sensation Hwang Sun-woo’s medal quest at the 19th FINA World Championships in Budapest.

Korea24 – 2022.06.10. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea posted its first current account deficit in two years in April. This comes as the soaring prices of oil and raw materials pushed up imports and overseas dividend payments expanded. (Koo Hee-jin) n-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk discusses details of the unionized truckers' strike which enetered its fourth day on Friday, a new report finding that South Korea has the highest household debt-to-GDP ratio among 36 major economies, and the OECD raising its inflation outlook for 2022, while slashing its growth outlook. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Olympic figure skating champion Kim Yuna will be joining hands with the Culture Ministry to promote the beauty of Hanbok. Ten companies will be chosen to design and make new Hanbok, and Kim will be directly involved in the planning and promotion. (김연아, 전 세계에 한복 알린다...한복 상품 개발 참여) 2. The KFA announced on Thursday that Jung Woo-young (Al-Sadd) would be released from the men's national football team for its June friendlies, due to injury. The squad is set to play against Paraguay and Egypt without the reliable midfielder. (정우영, 발목-정강이 부상으로 대표팀 하차) 3. BTS dropped their new album “Proof” on Friday. The anthology album combines the past nine years of the group since their debut, consisting of 48 tracks including three new songs. They will make media appearances from next week. (방탄소년단, “Proof”로 컴백) Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jase Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review Hirokazu Kore-eda's latest film Broker(브로커), for which actor Song Kang-ho won his first Cannes award in the Best Actor category. Our critics also review Missing Yoon(윤시내가 사라졌다) by director Kim Jin-hwa, which was invited to this year's Jeonju IFF. Next Week from Seoul: Richard Larkin flags up some major events to look out for next week, including the Finance Ministry’s announcement of the Yoon Suk Yeol administrations economic policies.

Korea24 – 2022.06.03. (Friday) News Briefing: Inflation in South Korea has reached a near-14 year high, with latest government data showing that consumer prices had gone up by 5.4% on-year in May. The Bank of Korea has warned the inflation rate is expected to remain in the five percent range in June and July as well. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to give his analysis on the 14-year high inflation rate in South Korea. He also gives his thoughts on the record 62 trillion won budget that was passed by the National Assembly to support small businesses on Sunday, as well as a recent ruling by the Supreme Court related to the peak wage system. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The name for the new presidential office in Yongsan has been narrowed to 5 final contenders. (대통령 집무실 새 이름 후보 5개로 압축) 2. South Korea lost to Brazil 5-1 in the highly anticipated football friendly match in Seoul on Wednesday. (축구대표팀 브라질에 5대 1 완패) 3. Turkey has officially changed its name to Turkiye at the United Nations. (터키 국호 '튀르키예'로 변경, 유엔 승인) Movie Spotlight: The latest in the Jurassic World franchise, Jurassic World Dominion (쥬라기 월드: 도미니언), hit theaters in Korea this week. Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their thoughts on the film. They also review a local drama called Cassiopeia (카시오페아), starring the veteran actor Ahn Sung-ki. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - South Korea and China will hold bilateral defense ministerial talks during the Asia Security Summit next Friday. - Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Dmytro Senik will arrive in Seoul on Monday for a three-day visit. - South Korea will face Chile in its second men's national football friendly match this month. - K-Pop group BTS will release their new album "Proof" next Friday.

Korea24 – 2022.04.15. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea has decided to lift all social distancing measures, except mask wearing, starting Monday. It comes more than two years since the first set of restrictions were put in place. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): On Thursday, the Bank of Korea raised its key interest rate to its highest rate since August 2019… in a move to contain rising inflationary pressure. The central bank's monetary policy board unanimously voted to raise the policy rate by a quarter of a percentage point to one-point-five percent. To take a closer look at the decision, Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. KBS has found that the domain "독도.com" - Dokdo in Korean - is linked to a page on Japan's foreign ministry website, which carries their territorial claims over the islets. (독도.com 입력하니 ‘다케시마’…독도 ‘한글 도메인’ 선점한 일본) 2. Police in Seoul are investigating a man who repeatedly kicked a stranger’s parked car for no apparent reason. (길가던 남성, 발길 돌리더니… 딸 혼자 탄 차에 ‘공포의 발길질’) 3. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has reaffirmed his intent to acquire the social networking service Twitter. (일론 머스크 "트위터 인수, 충분한 재산 있다…이사회 거부 시 '플랜B'") Movie Spotlight: The latest film from the Harry Potter franchise, ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (신비한 동물들과 덤블도어의 비밀)’, hit cinemas this week. Meanwhile, ‘Yaksha: Ruthless Operations (야차) was released on Netflix, reaching Top 3 on the streaming services global chart. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their reviews on these films. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - South Korea will lift all social distancing restrictions from Monday. - U.S. Special Representative for North Korea, Sung Kim, arrives in Seoul on Monday. - Confirmation hearing for the Bank of Korea governor nominee will take place Tuesday. - Annual nighttime tours of Changdeok Palace will begin from next Thursday.

Korea24 – 2022.04.08. (Friday) News Briefing: Health authorities have revealed that they are mulling a readjustment of the infectious disease level of COVID-19 from a Class One to Class Two disease. This comes as the nation saw the daily caseload remain in the 200-thousand range for a fourth day. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Concerns over inflation reached new levels this week, after it was revealed that consumer prices for the month of March had risen by 4.1 percent, the highest on-year rise in over 10 years. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to assess the situation. We also discuss the national debt, which rose to a record high last year, and negotiations over next year’s minimum wage. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The UN General Assembly has voted to suspend Russia from the Human Rights Council over serious human rights violations in Ukraine. (러시아, 유엔 인권이사회서 퇴출…93개국 찬성) 2. Former President Park Geun-hye has declared her support for lawyer Yoo Yeong-ha, who is set to run in the Daegu mayoral election in June. (박근혜 "고통스러웠던 시간 함께해"…유영하 지지선언) 3. The Samsung Thunders of the Korean Basketball League has appointed Eun Hee-seok, who heads Yonsei University’s basketball team, as their new coach. (‘파격 인사’ 서울 삼성, 연세대 은희석 감독 선임) Movie Spotlight: The highly-regarded US filmmaker Richard Linklater is back with another coming-of-age animated feature, ‘Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood (아폴로 10 1/2: 스페이스 에이지 어드벤처)’. Meanwhile, a new local independent drama has hit movie theaters in Korea: ‘The Girl on a Bulldozer (불도저에 탄 소녀)’ starring the promising young actress Kim Hye-yoon. Critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their verdict on the films. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - Free rapid antigen tests at COVID-19 test sites and public health centers nationwide will be discontinued from next week. - President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol will embark on a regional tour next week, starting with the southeastern city of Daegu. - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will deliver a virtual speech to the South Korean parliament next Monday.

In this Episode 22 of the 'NoSoKoPo', we bring you PART TWO of Jay & Tim's interview with the multi-talented Eugene Kim - Eugene Kim is a translator, language tutor and more & she's someone we've both been acquainted with for some time, and whom Tim has collaborated with.In Part Two so much is discussed with Eugene and subjects include: Tips for anyone wanting to become a translator, whether computers (or A.I.) will ever completely take over from humans in the world of translation, how things may have changed or trends Eugene may have witnessed over time, the growing popularity of Korean literature and how fans of other aspects of Korean culture often get interested in novels and writing, and Eugene's words on motherhood. The subject of mental health is touched on too and we even chat briefly about Mind in Kingston. Lastly, Jay and Tim can't resist informing Eugene about their recent Korean reads, namely "To The Warm Horizon" by Choi Jin-young and "Grass" by Keum Suk Gendry-Kim.And if Colette Balmain and/or Darcy Paquet happen to listen to our podcast/s, they may catch Eugene and us speaking a little about them also! If you missed Part One, subjects covered include Eugene's experiences in the UK and Canada, her work with the magazine/online publication, "Nabillera", how Gothic literature has played a part in Ms Kim's work and working with the KCCUK's Korean Literature Nights as well as the book which Eugene and Tim worked on: "My Itchy Middle Finger" (손가락이 간질간질), by Kang Byoung Yoong.CORRECTION: A small but important piece of information provided in Part 1 [episode 21] was incorrect, and we mention this at the beginning of this new episode [ep. 22] - we have since corrected this for the audio version of the NoSoKoPo across all platforms, and for the video version we have edited the description to include details of this oversight, which is essentially this:In Part 1 of this interview, it was stated that "Nabillera" is from a poem by 정지용 (Jung Chi-yong). It is actually by 조지훈 (Cho Chi-hun).Finally - and perhaps to make up for that oversight - here is some additional information regarding that poem, which, as Eugene quite rightly states, is called "Sing-mu” (승무):It is also known as “The Nun's Dance", and this information (and more) can also be found on the Nabillera website's "About" section... Link is below. FURTHER INFO:Details about subjects covered in this episode can be found here:EUGENE KIM:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-kim-ba8b8019b/https://twitter.com/udolkimNABILLERAhttps://nabillerakorea.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Nabillera[JASON and TIMOTHY's podcast episodes can ALSO be found in this PLAYLIST: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi-ZZE-1zF1M50lsEie0d_oqMm2Tq3i-J]#KBCEuk#KBCE#NewMalden#KoreaTownInterview conducted / filmed on on 13th December 2021.The music featured in this show is by the wonderful Kaya:http://www.kaya-music.co.ukSHOW INFO: The Not So Korean Podcast with Jay & Tim is recorded live from New Malden, the UK and Europe's largest Koreatown. We bring you news, topics of conversation, and interviews related to the Korean community and K-Culture.LINKS:http://www.Instagram.com/NotSoKoreanPodcasthttp://www.Facebook.com/NotSoKoreanPodcastPODCAST:YouTube: https://YouTube.com/JasonVerneySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/011IZHc3G4yl39Ep2BF6OXiTunes / Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-not-so-korean-podcast/id1576936240Amazon Music/Podcasts AudibleGoogle PodcastsSpreaker: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-not-so-korean-podcast[and all good Podcast platforms]VIDEO / SOUND:Edited & Engineered by Jason VerneyARTWORK:Designed [but not Drawn] by Jason Verney

Korea24 – 2022.04.01. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has eased social distancing rules once again, raising the cap on private gatherings to ten, and relaxing business hour curfews for restaurants and cafes to midnight. Officials have said that these could be the last set of changes before all restrictions - except indoor mask-wearing - are lifted, if a "definite" decline in daily COVID-19 cases is seen over the next two weeks. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Last week, President Moon Jae-in tapped Rhee Chang-yong, a senior official at the International Monetary Fund, to be the next Bank of Korea governor. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line to assess his credentials and what he might bring to the role. We also take a look at South Korea's record export and import figures in March, and the possibility of further fuel tax cuts amid rising international energy prices. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Text messages between the victim and suspect of the ‘Gapyeong Valley Murder Case’, who is on the run, resurfaced online shocking many in South Korea. ("너무 배고파, 만원만"…'가평 계곡 익사' 남편, 이은해에게 보낸 카톡보니) 2. Lotte Department Store has caused controversy after adopting a strict new dress code for employees working in their stores. (“셔츠 1cm 보이고,긴 카디건·발목 양말X” 롯데百 복장규제 논란) 3. A college student was detained by police for vandalism and removing summit stones from mountains due to stress from his part-time job. ('정상석 미스터리' 범인은…'홧김에 돌 굴린' 대학생) Movie Spotlight: First up for review by our critics, Marc Raymond and Darcy Paquet, this week is Kenneth Branagh’s ‘Belfast (벨파스트)’, a semi-biographical film of life in the title city in 1969 amidst a particularly violent period of sectarian conflict. It was nominated for 7 Academy Awards and won Best Original Screenplay last week. The other is a local gangster movie, ‘Hot Blooded (뜨거운 피)’, set in 1990’s Busan, starring Jeong Woo.

Korea24 – 2022.03.18. (Friday) News Briefing: President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol has officially launched his transition team and he has stressed that priority will be given to the needs of the general public and national interests. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The US Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time since 2018, starting its efforts to battle the spiraling inflation. Meanwhile, Russia has managed to avert defaulting on its foreign debt despite increasing international sanctions following its invasion of Ukraine. To discuss these developments and its potential impact, including here in South Korea, Economic Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A new variant of COVID-19 has been reported in Israel that contains elements of the omicron and stealth omicron variants. (이스라엘서 오미크론+스텔스오미크론 변이 발견) 2. A museum in Russia has requested the early return of artworks by artist Kazimir Malevich that are on display at an exhibition in Seoul. (러시아의 화풀이?…“한국에 전시 중인 미술품 반환해라”) 3. The Kiwoom Heroes have controversially signed its former shortstop, Kang Jung-ho, despite having previously been virtually expelled from the KBO after 3 DUI’s. (키움, 강정호와 계약…KBO에 임의해지 복귀 승인 요청) Movie Spotlight: The iconic veteran actor Choi Min-sik stars in a new film, 'In Our Prime (이상한 나라의 수학자)' that tells the story of a North Korean defector and mathematician, who is working as a security guard at an elite high school. Also out this week is ‘Spencer (스펜서), a biopic of Princess Diana, starring Kristen Stewart. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet provide their thoughts on the films. Next Week From Seoul with Richard Larkin: - Amended social distancing rules start Monday, with caps on private gatherings in South Korea going up from six to eight people. - Former President Park Geun-hye is expected to be discharged from hospital. - Professor Bae Il-hwan and students of Ewha Womans University's College of Music will begin lunchtime concerts in front of the Russian Embassy to wish for peace in Ukraine.

Korea24 – 2022.02.11. (Friday) News Briefing: Despite the growing COVID-19 case count, South Korea’s health authorities are mulling adjustments to social distancing rules, including changes to the COVID-19 pass system. The government is also considering a cap on the price of rapid antigen test kits amid supply concerns. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Another pandemic-related extra budget worth 54 trillion won is currently being discussed at the National Assembly. But the finance minister is warning against raising the budget too high. Meanwhile, new data has shown that South Korea’s working age population is estimated to drop significantly by 2030. For analysis on these issues, Economics Professor Kim Young-han (김영한) from SungKyunKwan (성균관) University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Supreme Court has upheld a 30-year prison sentence for a couple convicted of killing their eight-year-old daughter through years of abuse. (8살 딸 대소변 먹이고 살해한 20대 부부...징역 30년 확정) 2. Concerns are growing over the availability of COVID-19 rapid antigen tests after reports of people hoarding the self-test kits. ("약국 6곳 돌았다" "한꺼번에 25개 구입" …자가검사키트 사재기 시작됐다) 3. The two stars of the smash hit K-Drama series ‘Crash Landing on You’, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, announced their engagement on Thursday. (현빈-손예진, 황재균-지연 결혼발표) Movie Spotlight: Hercule Poirot is back! The latest Agatha Christie novel adaptation by Kenneth Branagh, ‘Death On The Nile’ hit cinemas in Korea this week. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their review. They also give their reactions to the nominations for the 94th Academy Awards announced on Tuesday. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - The government will announce its plans on second booster shots next week. Health authorities will also introduce the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine. - The Beijing Winter Olympics continue, with short track skating, speed skating and the women’s figure skating to watch out for next week.

Korea24 – 2022.02.04. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea has decided to maintain current social distancing regulations for another two weeks. This comes as the nation saw another record daily COVID-19 tally of 27,443 infections. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): The presidential candidates from Korea’s four main political parties faced off against each other in a televised debate on Thursday evening. It was a much anticipated event, especially as the two leading contenders remain largely neck-and-neck in the polls. To provide the analysis, Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Bank of Korea revealed that it disposed of more than 2 trillion won in banknotes and coins last year, due to damage. (불타고 물에 젖은 손상화폐 2조 원… "롯데타워 241배 높이”) 2. South Korea’s women’s national football team advanced to the finals of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup for the first time on Thursday. (한국 여자축구, 사상 첫 아시안컵 결승 진출...결승 상대는 중국) 3. K-pop star HyunA and rapper Dawn hinted at being engaged on their social media accounts. (현아-던, SNS 프로포즈) Movie Spotlight: Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review two local releases that went head-to-head at the box office during the Lunar New Year Holiday. The first is the action-adventure sequel ‘The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure’ (해적: 도깨비 깃발), followed by the political thriller ‘King Maker’ (킹메이커). Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - With the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics kicking off on Friday, Mark rounds up some of the key events to look out for involving Team Korea.

Korea24 – 2022.01.14. (Friday) News Briefing: North Korea has fired what the South Korean military believe to be two ballistic missiles. It is the third test launch by the regime in 9 days. This comes after Pyongyang publicly warned earlier in the day of a "stronger and certain" response to the announcement of new sanctions by the US. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): For this week’s Review, we take a look at some of the key economic policies by the four main party candidates and assess their feasibility with Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea. They include the ruling Democratic Party’s Lee Jae-myung promising to make South Korea the world’s fifth strongest economy, and the main opposition People Power Party’s Yoon Suk Yeol pledging to introduce a system for rent to be shared by the lessor, lessee and the state for small businesses. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Supreme Court has sentenced a former HR manager of KB Kookmin Bank to one year in prison for tampering with the company’s hiring process to hire more men. ('여성 112명 점수 조작해 남성 합격' 국민은행 전 인사담당자 징역 1년 확정) 2. The Legoland Korea Resort is set to open on May 5th (Children’s Day) in Gangwon Province, 11 years after it first broke ground. (‘레고랜드’ 5월 개장 앞뒀지만…수천 억 부채 상환은 ‘걱정’) 3. The “Baby Shark Dance” video has become the first video on YouTube to surpass ten billion views. ('핑크퐁 아기상어 체조’ 세계 최초 100억뷰 영상 등극) Movie Spotlight: This week our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review director Steven Spielberg’s take on the classic musical ‘West Side Story (웨스트 사이드 스토리)’, as well as local action film ‘Special Delivery (특송)’, starring Park So-dam, best known for her role as Ki-jung or Jessica in the Oscar winning film Parasite. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - From next Monday private gatherings will be allowed to be up to six people from the current four, in updated COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. - President Moon Jae-in will embark on a three nation tour of the Middle East from January 15 to the 22. - Next week, a Seoul court will rule on Olympic speed skating champion Shim Suk-hee’s(심석희) last-ditch effort to compete at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.

Korea24 – 2022.01.07. (Friday) News Briefing: The government is seeking to revamp COVID-19 antivirus measures, taking into account the possibility of the omicron variant becoming the dominant strain. Meanwhile, the government has also asked its courts to make a swift ruling on its COVID-19 pass system to help minimize confusion. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): South Korea announced on Thursday a range of measures to lessen the financial burden on the public ahead of the Lunar New Year holiday. Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio to take a closer look at those measures, as well as delving into the country's consumer prices last year and the economic growth outlook for this year. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Police have caught the Osstem Implant employee who embezzled over 188 billion won in company funds. (오스템 횡령 직원 윗선 개입 주장, 사측은 개입 부인) 2. The price of coffee at Starbucks in South Korea is set to go up starting next Thursday. (스타벅스, 커피값 결국 올린다…‘아메리카노 4500원’) 3. The Korean volleyball star Kim Yeon-koung has been ranked the number 1 female player in the history of the sport, according to the volleyball news and database site, Volleybox. (김연경 '전세계 전-현직 여자 선수 4만3831명중 TOP 1') Movie Spotlight: Two local releases are up for review for the first time in a while. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet provide their verdict on the ensemble holiday romcom ‘A Year- End Medley (해피 뉴 이어) and a gritty police thriller ‘The Policeman’s Lineage (경관의 피)’ Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - Anti-viral COVID-19 pills are set to arrive in Korea Thursday. - Korail’s train tickets for the Lunar New Year holiday will go on sale from next Tuesday to Thursday. - The final round of the national team trials in figure skating will take place on Sunday, to see who will represent Team Korea at the upcoming Beijing Winter Olympics.

Korea24 – 2021.12.17. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has announced a 4.3 trillion won plan to help support small businesses following the decision to tighten social distancing rules. Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum apologized on Friday for once again forcing small business owners to bear the brunt of the financial impact caused by the latest measures. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The government’s plan for small businesses begins with cash handouts of 1 million won for some 3.2 million small business owners who have suffered a decline in sales. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to take a closer look at the plan, as well as review the Bank of Korea’s forecast that inflation will remain in the two-percent range for longer than expected, and the end of Korea’s currency swap deal with the US. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A military court has handed down a 9-year prison sentence to a noncommissioned officer (NCO) in the Air Force for sexually assaulting a fellow NCO who later died in an apparent suicide. (군법원, 공군 이중사 성추행가해자에 징역 9년…유족 반발) 2. Convicted child rapist Cho Doo-soon was attacked at his home in Ansan by a man in his 20’s, who made his way into Cho’s house by pretending to be a police officer. (조두순, 집에 침입한 20대 남성에 피습) 3. An off-duty veteran police officer in Busan caught a member of a voice phishing organization as the criminal was depositing money at an ATM machine. ("나 ATM 급해" 다짜고짜 시비 건 경찰, 피싱범 잡았다) Movie Spotlight: The highly anticipated Marvel blockbuster ‘SpiderMan: No Way Home’ has hit theaters in Korea, with already over a million admissions in the first two days. Our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet discuss whether it lives up to the hype, as well as review director Jane Campion’s acclaimed Western, ‘The Power of the Dog’. They also discuss what the latest COVID-19 restrictions in Korea could mean for the local film industry. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - Schools in the capital region will go back to more online classes from next week until winter vacation begins later this month. - Defense Minister Suh Wook will visit Thailand and Singapore next week to meet with his counterparts and boost bilateral defense cooperation. - Next week the finance ministry plans to unveil its 2022 economic policy directions.

Korea24 – 2021.12.10. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korean President Moon Jae-in has said nations need to develop a capacity to purge fake news in order to safeguard democracy. He made such comments at the Summit for Democracy hosted by US President Joe Biden. The virtual international conference is taking place as Seoul is trying to manage a diplomatic balancing act amid the growing US-China rivalry. (KOO Heejin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): This week we take a look at some new data that painted a grim picture of South Korea’s declining population, a slowdown in South Korea’s bank loans to households in November, and reports that the US Federal Reserve is considering speeding up the bond tapering timetable. Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us once again to dig deeper into these issues. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. KDCA chief Jeong Eun-kyeong has stressed the importance of COVID-19 vaccines in response to two petitions on the presidential office’s website. (‘방역패스 반대’ 여론에 靑 조기 답변 “청소년 안전성 인정받아”) 2. The Supreme Court has upheld the 13-year prison sentence for the disgraced former national speed skating coach Cho Jae-beom. ('쇼트트랙 국가대표 성폭행' 조재범 전 코치 징역13년 확정) 3. A special performance video of ‘Super Tuna’, a trot song by BTS member Jin, has taken the internet by storm. (방탄소년단 진 '슈퍼참치' 빌보드 핫 트렌딩 송) Movie Spotlight: This week our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review two international features. First up is the latest from writer-director Adam McKay in a star-filled satire called ‘Don’t Look Up’ (돈룩업). The second is the Palme D’Or winner at the 2021 Cannes Films Festival, titled ‘Titane’ (티탄), a horror-thriller written and directed by French filmmaker Julia Ducournau in only her second feature. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - President Moon Jae-in will make a state visit to Australia, leaving on Sunday. - The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will pay a three-day state visit to South Korea starting from Thursday. - COVID-19 inoculation programs will begin at schools from next week, as part of efforts to pick up the pace of vaccinations among teenagers.

Korea24 – 2021.12.03. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has decided to tighten gathering restrictions and expand entry passes in a bid to curb the latest COVID-19 resurgence and prevent a further spread of the new omicron variant. Private gatherings will be limited to six people in the capital region and eight people elsewhere. Entry passes for those fully vaccinated will be required at restaurants and coffee shops, among others. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): South Korea posted a record monthly high in exports last month, passing the 60 billion US dollar mark for the first time. Meanwhile, South Korea's consumer prices grew at the steepest on-year pace in almost a decade. And the OECD revised up South Korea’s growth forecast for next year by 0.1 percent to now 3 percent. To help explain what these numbers mean for South Korea’s overall economic health, Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Police in South Korea will introduce a domestically-developed taser in the first half of next year, in response to the mishandling of a knife-attack incident last month. (경찰, 3연발 가능한 ‘한국형 테이저건’ 도입…‘원터치’로 병력 요청도) 2. Footballer Son Heung-min was voted ‘King of the Match’ after he led Tottenham Hotspur to a 2-0 win over Brentford on Thursday. ('EPL 5호골' 손흥민, 시즌 5번째 '킹 오브 더 매치') 3. People in Korea were looking up reports on Greece’s plans to make vaccinations mandatory for older age groups. (그리스, 60세 이상 백신 안 맞으면 벌금형) Movie Spotlight: Our film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us to review Edgar Wright’s ‘Last Night In Soho (라스트 나잇 인 소호)’, the British filmmaker’s dark love letter to London, as well as a Korean animation ‘Chun Tae-il (태일이)’ that tells the story about the life of the revered labor activist who died in 1970. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - New restrictions on private gatherings and the expansion of the vaccine entry pass system will begin next Monday. - President Moon Jae-in will attend the Summit for Democracy next Tuesday and Wednesday. - The environmental ministers of South Korea, China, and Japan will hold their annual meeting next Tuesday in Seoul. - The K-pop industry’s largest annual year-end music awards show, the Mnet Asian Music Awards(MAMAs), will take place next Saturday.

Korea24 – 2021.11.19. (Friday) News Briefing: Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum convened an emergency meeting with the heads of 22 general hospitals in the capital region to secure additional beds for critical COVID-19 patients. Meanwhile, health authorities reported more than three-thousand new COVID-19 cases for a third consecutive day. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Statistics Korea announced on Thursday that the nation’s household income in the third quarter this year grew at its fastest on-year pace since the government began compiling such data in 2006, due to recovery from the pandemic, as well as the government's emergency relief funds. Meanwhile, a survey found six out of ten adults in Korea do not feel they will be able to climb the socioeconomic ladder. And another report found that the employment rate for university graduates in South Korea ranked 31st among 37 OECD members. For a deeper analysis of these figures, Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us in the studio. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. New research has traced the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic back to a female seafood vendor at the Huanan Market in Wuhan, China. ("코로나19 최초 환자는 中우한 수산시장 노점상") 2. Exiled Korean-American singer Steve Yoo (Yoo Seung-jun) continues his case requesting the South Korean government to allow him to enter the country, with his lawyers claiming there is no evidence that he had received notification of his mandatory military service. (유승준, 소송서 새 주장 "입영통지서 받았는지도 불분명") 3. The KT Wiz have won the KBO Korean Series, sweeping the Doosan Bears in four games to claim their first championship title. (‘막내’ KT, 두산과의 한국시리즈 4전 전승…통합우승 금자탑) Movie Spotlight: Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us to review the debut directorial feature by actress Jo Eun-ji (조은지), called PERHAPS LOVE (장르만 로맨스), a comedy about a washed-up writer and his complicated relationships. They also review Wes Anderson’s latest, THE FRENCH DISPATCH (프렌치 디스패치), a love letter to The New Yorker magazine in its heyday. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - President Moon Jae-in will hold a televised town hall meeting with members of the public on Sunday evening. - Costa Rica’s President Carlos Alvarado Quesada will make a state visit to South Korea next week to hold talks with President Moon Jae-in. - A formal discussion on whether to prohibit dog meat consumption will take place at a Cabinet meeting presided over by Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum next Thursday.

Korea24 – 2021.11.05. (Friday) News Briefing: Former Prosecutor-General Yoon Seok-youl has won the presidential nomination of the main opposition People Power Party(PPP). In the party’s presidential primary, Yoon grabbed 47-point-85 percent of votes cast in polls of party members and the general public carried out this week. Rep. Hong Joon-pyo garnered 41-point-five percent. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Korean Politics Digest): After a gruelling and contentious primary campaign, the People Power Party have chosen the former Prosecutor General and political outsider Yoon Seok-youl as their presidential candidate. He will now face the ruling Democratic Party’s nominee Lee Jae-myung next March. Affiliate Professor Kim Byung-joo from the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies joins us to provide analysis of this result, and to look ahead to the race. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty in an appeals court for the adoptive mother of a 16-month-old girl known as Jeong-in, who died last October after suffering from months of abuse. ('정인이 사건' 양모 2심서도 사형 구형…검찰 "지옥서 생활") 2. Starting from the end of this month, the government will normalize the entry of foreign workers on the E-9 visa, lifting COVID-19 related restrictions. ('위드 코로나'로 한발씩…외국인 근로자도 입국 정상화) 3. Amid the shortage of diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) in Korea, stories of generous acts by people offering the fluid for free or at a low cost has been trending. ("생계 걸린 일, 돈 장난 안해"…요소수 대란 속 당근마켓 나눔글 '훈훈') Movie Spotlight: The latest Marvel blockbuster ‘Eternals’ (이터널스) has hit cinemas, starring Korean action star Ma Dong-suk (aka Don Lee) among the film's long cast list. Helmed by the Oscar winning director Chloe Zhao, we’ll see what critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet think of the film, along with their review of the 1820’s American period drama ‘First Cow’ (퍼스트카우), directed by Kelly Reichardt. Next Week From Seoul with Antony Casey: - Industry Minister Moon Sung-wook(문승욱) will visit the US from Tuesday to meet with officials to discuss the chip crisis. - From next week, an executive order prohibiting the hoarding of diesel exhaust fluid will go into effect. - The government plans to offer nationwide discounts for lodgings to provide a boost for the local economy, amid the nation’s transition to the “living with COVID-19” system.

Korea24 – 2021.10.29. (Friday) News Briefing: The government will enforce the first phase of a gradual transition into a new ‘living with COVID-19’ system from next week, easing curbs on private gatherings and quarantine measures. Starting on Monday, up to ten people can gather for private meetings in the Seoul metro region, and up to 12 in non-capital areas. A COVID-19 vaccine pass system will be adopted for virus-prone entertainment facilities and indoor gyms. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The South Korean government has proposed a record high budget of 604.4 trillion won for next year. President Moon Jae-in said expansionary policies are inevitable as the nation seeks to overcome the COVID-19 crisis. Meanwhile, the Bank of Korea revealed that South Korea’s economy was estimated to have grown 0.3 percent in the third quarter, casting doubt on whether Korea can achieve the forecasted 4 percent growth this year. And according to data by the BOK, 4 out of 10 companies were not able to pay interest on their loans with operating profits last year. Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea provides his analysis on these topics. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA) has put off a decision on apartments that it says are being built illegally near the Gimpo Jangneung Royal Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site. (김포 장릉 문화재위원회 심의 결과 '보류') 2. South Korea has named Cesar Hernandez Gonzalez, as the head coach for the women’s national volleyball team, after Stefano Lavarini turned down a contract extension. (라바리니 보좌하던 세자르 코치, 여자배구 대표팀 지휘봉) 3. The social networking giant Facebook has rebranded itself as Meta, with ambitions to become known as a “metaverse company” (저커버그 페이스북 CEO "메타버스에 집중…사명 '메타'로 변경") Movie Spotlight: Films by two very prolific, veteran directors are up for review this week. First up is Sir Ridley Scott’s ‘The Last Duel’ (라스트 듀얼). Set in 14th century France, it is reportedly based on a real event; the last officially sanctioned duel to the death in France over a rape charge. Meanwhile, auteur Hong Sang-soo returns with his 26th feature, ‘In Front of Your Face’ (당신 얼굴 앞에서). It tells the story of a former actress, who has been living in the US, returning to Korea to reconnect with her sister. Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us to provide their reviews. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - South Korea will begin reducing the number of COVID-19 vaccination centers next week, as much of the population has now been vaccinated. - President Moon Jae-in will continue his tour of Europe, attending the COP26 climate summit in Scotland from Monday, followed by a state visit to Hungary from Tuesday. - On Friday, the main opposition People Power Party will announce their Presidential candidate.

Korea24 – 2021.10.08. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has announced that it will allow COVID-19 patients who are under 70 years old and showing minor or no symptoms to be treated at home. Meanwhile the interval between Modern vaccine doses will be shortened to four week. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): South Korea’s benchmark stock index KOSPI tumbled below the 3,000-point threshold for the first time in six months this week. Meanwhile foreign direct investment pledges made to South Korea between January and September surged over 40 percent. And the nation's exports hit a record high in September. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to provide expert analysis on all of these issues. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Military prosecutors are seeking a 15-year prison sentence for an Air Force noncommissioned officer(NCO) accused of sexually assaulting a fellow NCO, who died in an apparent suicide in May. (공군 이중사 성추행 가해자에 징역 15년 구형) 2. A lawmaker has raised concerns that high value items, such as luxury watches and gold bars, are being sold on second-hand marketplace platforms to avoid paying tax. (당근마켓 '명품·골드바 거래' 탈세 우려에…국세청장 "과세 검토) 3. South Korea defeated Syria on Thursday in a World Cup Asian qualifier thanks to a dramatic late goal from captain Son Heung-min. ('손흥민 극장골' 한국, 시리아에 2-1 승리…A조 선두 도약) Movie Spotlight: The 26th edition of the Busan International Film Festival has kicked off in the southern port city, and our critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet are on the ground at the event this year. They join us via phone to tell us about the opening film, Im Sang-soo’s ‘Heaven: To the Land of Happiness’ (행복의 나라로) and what else to look out for this year. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: - South Korea celebrates Hangeul Day on Saturday, with Monday designated an alternative holiday. - The men’s national football team face Iran in a World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. - The 20th Korea International Art Fair(KIAF) begins next Friday

Korea24 – 2021.09.10. (Friday) News Briefing: The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials(CIO)has booked presidential hopeful and former Prosecutor-General Yoon Seok-youl over political meddling allegations. Yoon is facing four charges, including power abuse, disclosure of official secrets as well as violation of privacy and election laws. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea joins us to give his thoughts on economic issues of the week, including the Korea Economic Research Institute(KERI)’s growth forecast of 3.9% for the nation this year, economist Jeffrey Frankel’s warning of the "everything bubble” bursting soon, and President Moon’s pledge to help make South Korea the world’s ‘overwhelming’ shipbuilding leader. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: Former national speed skating coach Cho Jae-beom(조재범)’s prison sentence for sexually assaulting Olympic short track champion Shim Suk-hee(심석희) has been increased to 13 years (성폭행 혐의 조재범, 항소심서 13년 선고). A woman in her 50’s suffering pain for weeks after receiving plastic surgery was found to have taken her own life earlier this year (성형 수술 후 부작용 호소하던 50대 극단적 선택). And former manager of South Korea’s national football team, Guus Hiddink, has announced his retirement (히딩크 감독, 지도자 은퇴 선언). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet review the action-packed, female-led Hollywood blockbuster, ‘Gunpower Milkshake’, as well as local indie mystery thriller, ‘Good Person’ 좋은 사람, the latest to be produced by the highly acclaimed Korean Academy of Film Arts. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark previews Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi’s two-day visit to Seoul starting next Tuesday, trilateral talks among South Korea, US and Japan’s nuclear envoys in Tokyo next Tuesday, “two plus two” talks between South Korea and Australia’s foreign and defense ministers in Seoul next Monday, and Typhoon Chanthu possibly hitting the peninsula next week.

Korea24 – 2021.09.03. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has extended the toughest Level Four social distancing scheme in the capital region and Level Three in other areas by another four weeks to October 3. But some restrictions on gatherings have been eased to accommodate small merchants hit by the pandemic and to account for the increase in vaccinations. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): On Tuesday, South Korea announced its budget proposal for next year worth 604.4 trillion won, up by 8.3% than this year. President Moon Jae-in has said this will secure a complete recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and shore up the domestic economy. However, the record spending plan is raising concerns about its impact on the nation’s fiscal health. Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: Police have revealed the identity of the man who cut off his ankle monitor and killed 2 women last week (전자발찌 훼손 살해범은 전과 14범인 56세 강윤성). Meanwhile, singer U-Know Yunho has issued another apology after being slapped with a fine for violating social distancing rules earlier this year ('유흥주점 심야모임' 유노윤호 거듭 사과 "장소 못 살펴 죄송"). And in the latest World Cup qualifiers, South Korea was left frustrated after a 0-0 draw with Iraq (‘손흥민 침묵’ 한국, WC 최종예선 첫판서 이라크와 0-0 무승부). Movie Spotlight: Marvel's first Asian superhero movie ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ has hit theaters in Korea. Critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet provide their verdict, along with a local coming-of-age film Snowball 최고의 삶, which picked up awards at the Busan International Film Festival last year. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark previews the emergency relief funds that will be handed out to the bottom 88-percent income bracket from Monday, the foreign minister of Cambodia Prak Sokhonn’s visit South Korea, and the launch of ‘H2KOREA’, a council related to the hydrogen industry involving major conglomerates.

Korea24 – 2021.08.27. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea has strongly condemned the suicide bombings near Kabul's Hamid Karzai International Airport on Thursday that left dozens dead and more than a hundred injured, calling it an act of terror. Meanwhile, the second and final group of 13 evacuees fleeing Afghanistan have arrived in South Korea via a military transport aircraft. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): South Korea has become the first major Asian economy to raise its benchmark interest rate since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Bank of Korea on Thursday raised its key rate from a record low of 0.5% to 0.75%. This comes as household debt and property prices continue to soar. Meanwhile, the central bank’s growth forecast for 2021 remains at 4%. Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea provides a closer look. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: The mother of a young woman who died from a violent altercation with her boyfriend has revealed her daughter’s name and face (서 있지 못할 만큼 맞았다…"살인입니다"). Meanwhile, court proceedings have begun for B.I.(비아이), a former member of the K-pop group, iKON(아이콘), accused of buying and using drugs (檢, '마약 투여' 아이콘 출신 비아이에 징역 3년 구형). And up-and-coming figure skater Kim Chae-yeon(김채연) has impressed at her debut in the International Skating Union (ISU) Junior Grand Prix (피겨 김채연, 주니어그랑프리 데뷔전서 쇼트 2위). Movie Spotlight: Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join us on the line to review a new Korean horror film ‘Guimoon: The Lightless Door’. Starring Kim Kang-woo and Kim So-hye, the film takes place in an abandoned training center with a terrible past. They also provide their thoughts on a Hollywood sci-fi noir ‘Reminiscence’, starring Hugh Jackman. Next Week from Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark previews the delayed National Assembly plenary session, where revisions to the controversial press arbitration law is set to be put to the vote on Monday. South Korea is set to lift entry restrictions and resume visa-free entry programs for countries within the EU and the Schengen Area from next Wednesday. And train ticket reservations for the Chuseok holiday go on sale next Tuesday.

Korea24 – 2021.08.20. (Friday) News Briefing: Authorities have extended the current COVID-19 social distancing measures by two weeks, with adjustments. Starting Monday, restaurants and cafes in areas under Level Four can only stay open until 9 p.m. Additionally, private gatherings of up to four people are allowed at restaurants and cafes after 6 p.m. if they include two fully vaccinated people. Meanwhile, health authorities are set to begin efforts as early as late September to transition the nation's response management into the so-called "With Corona" system of coexisting with COVID-19. (Koo Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea joins us on the line as usual, to discuss South Korea recording its first drop in household income since the second quarter of 2017, and the scandal surrounding Merge Point, a local discount app that is now being investigated by financial authorities after it abruptly cut its services, causing chaos among customers. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: A new report has warned that Seoul’s population will shrink to less than three million within a century(100년 뒤 서울 인구 4분의 1토막... 전국 지자체 96%는 소멸 위험). Meanwhile, the last remaining dolphin at a controversial marine animal park on Jeju Island has passed away (마지막 돌고래 '화순이'…결국 수조 안에서 죽었다). And K-pop sensation BTS has announced the cancelation of its Map of The Soul Tour ("불가항력적 코로나"...방탄소년단, 1년 미룬 월드투어 결국 취소). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet join on the line to discuss ‘Hostage: Missing Celebrity [인질]’, a local meta-action-thriller, starring Hwang Jung-min as himself, and the latest by Hollywood director M. Night Shyamalan, with another supernatural mystery thriller, ‘Old’. Next Week From Seoul with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark previews the next round of COVID-19 inoculations set to begin for those aged 18 to 49 from next Thursday, President Moon Jae-in’s summit with Colombian President Iván Duque Márquez on Wednesday, two major revision bills that will be put to the vote at parliament on Wednesday, and the results of an investigation by the Pusan National University(PNU) into Cho Min(조민), the daughter of former Justice Minister Cho Kuk(조국), which are expected to be revealed on Tuesday.

Korea24 – 2021.07.23. (Friday) News Briefing: Rival political parties have agreed to provide ₩250k in emergency relief funds for the bottom 88% income bracket. Meanwhile, level 4 social distancing in the capital region has been extended for another two weeks. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): The leading presidential candidate for the ruling Democratic Party currently, Gyeonggi province Governor Lee Jae-myung, announced details of his universal basic income plan. He pledged to provide 2 million won in basic income for each young person every year and 1 million won each for other citizens before the end of the next administration. Professor Yang Jun-sok from the Catholic University of Korea will provide his thoughts on the plan, as well as the latest decision by Fitch Ratings to maintain South Korea's credit rating at "AA-." Going for Gold with Mark Wilson-Choi: We wrap-up our Team Korea preview by looking at medal prospects in gymnastics and swimming, before we look ahead to a busy weekend ahead at Tokyo 2020. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: A Seoul court has rejected a plagiarism suit by an American children’s song composer over the popular children’s song “Baby Shark”(유튜브 조회 90억 '아기상어' 저작권 소송 승소). Meanwhile, the Incheon International Airport Police has reportedly arrested a man in his 40s for illegally making ‘ghost guns’ by assembling smuggled gun parts ("택배 수상한데" 덮쳐보니..총 12자루 나왔다). And a new study suggests more than two-thirds of India’s population may have COVID-19 antibodies, providing yet more evidence that the virus may have spread more widely than official figures suggest (델타 변이 진앙 인도, 확진자 90% 줄어든 이유). Movie Spotlight with Darcy Paquet and Molly Kim: This week we review two new Korean films. The first is a low-budget comedy called ACTION HERO 액션히어로, which won three awards at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival earlier this month. The second film is a romantic comedy released on Netflix last month, called SWEET & SOUR 새콤달콤, starring Jang Ki-yong and Chae Soo-bin, as well as Krystal / Jung Soo-jung, formerly of f(x). What will our critics make of these films?

Korea24 – 2021.07.16. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea is considering bringing home all members of a naval unit currently on an anti-piracy mission near Africa over fears of a mass outbreak after some members were confirmed with COVID-19. Meanwhile, South Korea continues to see new cases hovering over 1500 prompting President Moon Jae-in to ask citizens to limit their movements and refrain from meeting others as much as possible, calling the weekend a critical period to curb virus spread. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on South Korea raising the hourly minimum wage over 5% for 2022 - with neither side happy, and a survey showing how many women in Korea drop out of the workforce after marriage. Going for Gold with Mark Wilson-Choi: Mark covers events that Team Korea is vying to grab a medal in for the first time ever, such as modern pentathlon and cycling. He also delves deeper into some of the new events coming to the Tokyo 2020 Games including sport climbing, skateboarding, and surfing. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: A post-coup Myanmar sees a huge surge in COVID-19 infections(미얀마 코로나 확산…교민 3명 사망), a professional fighter heroically saves a woman from a large stray dog(프로 격투기 선수, 들개 맨손으로 제압해 시민 구해), and 18-year-old Oliver Daemen is named the final passenger on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin spaceflight(베이조스 우주여행 동승자 – 18세 예비 물리학도). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet delve into the much-talked-about Thai horror film “The Medium(랑종),” directed by Banjong Pisanthanakun and produced by Na Hong-jin(나홍진). They also share the Korean horror film “The 8th Night(제8일의 밤)” starring Lee Sung-min(이성민).

Korea24 – 2021.07.02. (Friday) News Briefing: Daily new COVID-19 cases in South Korea rose to over 800 on Friday to hit a six-month high. Friday’s figure of 826 infections has been the highest since January 7, when it marked 869. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his take on the supplementary budget proposal that would fund relief for the bottom 80% income bracket. He also shares insight on South Korea's policy direction for the 2nd half of 2021 and the government’s growth forecast for this year. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: People line up at South Korean consulates after South Korea exempts two-week quarantine for certain entrants(LA 총영사관 격리면제 신청 장사진), prosecutors seek five years for former K-pop star Seungri who is accused of sex-related crimes(군검찰, 빅뱅 승리에 징역 5년 구형), and Team Korea adds four more to their men's Olympic football squad(‘손흥민 또 안뽑았다’…올림픽 축구 이상민 등 4명 추가 발탁). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share Jon M. Chu’s “In the Heights(인 더 하이츠),” based off the Broadway musical hit of the same name by Quiara Alegria Hudes and Lin-Manuel Miranda. They then discuss Kwon Oh-seung’s(권오승) feature debut, the thriller “Midnight(미드나이트).” Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week including Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki attending a meeting with his G-20 counterparts in Venice, Italy.

Korea24 – 2021.06.25. (Friday) News Briefing: The ruling Democratic Party(DP) has decided not to delay its primary for next year's presidential race, despite opposition from supporters of key contenders Lee Nak-yon and Chung Sye-kyun. The primary is scheduled to end in early September, as previously planned. (Koo Heejin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea talks about another extra budget aiming to help those hit by the pandemic, the government and the ruling party considering another round of relief payouts to those in the bottom 80 percent income bracket, and a civic group's study on the increased housing prices during the Moon Jae-in administration. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: A high-profile case involving a death in the Han River is likely to be probed by the prosecution(친구 고소한 유족..故손정민 사건 결국 검찰 가나), a South Korean researcher is charged with collaborating with a North Korean spy('안방 드나들듯' 다녀간 北공작원..접촉한 인물은 구속기소), and a 12-story condominium partially collapses in the U.S. state of Florida(美 플로리다 아파트 한밤중 붕괴…“백여 명 연락 안돼”). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share the fast-paced thriller “HARD HIT(발신제한)” starring Jo Woo-jin(조우진). They also share “Scattered Night(흩어진 밤),” which won the grand prize at the 2019 Jeonju International Film Festival. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week including the revamped 4-tier COVID-19 social distancing system.

Korea24 – 2021.06.18. (Friday) News Briefing: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un highlighted the need to prepare for both dialogue and confrontation in his first message towards the U.S. and South Korea, since the inauguration of President Joe Biden in January. This comes as Washington's point man on the North, Sung Kim, is due to visit Seoul later this week to discuss the stalled denuclearization talks. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on the U.S. Federal Reserve hinting that they may begin raising interest rates in 2023, the 52-hour workweek being extended to smaller South Korean businesses, and why some cryptocurrency exchanges in South Korea are halting trade on certain digital coins. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: Parents of a man charged with killing his sister plead to the court for leniency(누나 살해한 아들… 부모 “처벌 안돼” 의견서 냈다 ), citizens receive the Seoul Mayor Award for acts of heroism(투신 막은 고교생 , 형제에 공짜치킨 준 점주 등 서울시장 표창), and a team representing World Taekwondo awes the judges and the audience on an episode of America’s Got Talent(K-태권도, ‘아메리카 갓 탤런트’ 골든버저 울리다!). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share the latest installment of a long-running Korean horror series, “Whispering Corridors 6: The Humming(여고괴담 여섯번째 이야기: 모교), as well as “A Quiet Place Part II((콰이어트 플레이스 2),” the sequel to John Krasinski’s horror hit. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week including South Korea’s Foreign Minister Chung Eui-yong visits to Vietnam, Singapore, and Indonesia.

Korea24 – 2021.05.28. (Friday) News Briefing: Seoul is coming under pressure to explain why the country’s spy chief Director of the National Intelligence Service(NIS) Park Jie-won is in the US, which has raised speculation that he is meeting with North Korean officials. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea talks about the Bank of Korea(BOK) upping South Korea’s growth outlook to 4%, but keeping its key rate at 0.5%. He also explains the BOK's central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot program. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: A first responder is assaulted by the very person he was rescuing(생명 구하러 갔는데…“말리지 말라”며 구급대원 폭행), a lottery winner is shocked by a bank's service when he simply wanted to deposit his winnings(로또 당첨자 계좌 비밀번호 물어본 은행 직원 논란), and U.S. state of Ohio's Vax-A-Million announces its first winners(미국 오하이오주 백신 로또 당첨자 2명 발표). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share “Pipeline(파이프라인)” that follows a shady crew trying to strike oil, both figuratively and literally. They also talk about “Cruella(크루엘라), starring Emma Stone, centering around the classic villain of Disney's 101 Dalmatians. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the 2021 P4G Seoul Summit.

Korea24 – 2021.05.14. (Friday) News Briefing: New Prime Minister Kim Boo-kyum has been sworn in, along with the new land and science ministers on Friday. This came swiftly as the ruling party voted for the PM the night before, despite fierce opposition from the conservative camp. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses US consumer prices in April - the biggest year-on-year increase since 2008, his thoughts on President Moon's target of 4% economic growth, and South Korea's job growth in April - the largest on-year growth in over 6 years. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: An adoptive mother gets life in prison for the murder of a 16-month-old girl(정인이 사건 1심 선고), a man is arrested for killing his father(“아들이 죽이려해” 경찰 신고도 했었는데…20대 아들에 피살된 아버지), and China's internet regulator cracks down on fans taking advantage of an audition program's voting system(“우유 병뚜껑이 뭐길래…” 中 ‘팬덤 단속’까지? ). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share “In the Name of the Son(아들의 이름으로)” starring the veteran actor Ahn Sung-ki(안성기). They also share the ninth installment in the Saw franchise, the horror-thriller “Spiral(스파이럴),” starring Chris Rock. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including Presidents Moon Jae-in and Joe Biden holding their first summit in Washington D.C.

Korea24 – 2021.05.07. (Friday) News Briefing: Yellow dust covered much of South Korea on Friday, leading to Seoul and several other regions to issue a fine dust warning. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea shares his thoughts about the nation's consumer prices that saw the steepest growth in almost 4 years last month, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen's comments on possible rate hikes in the U.S., and South Korean government’s indirect investments in cryptocurrency-related funds. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: A man brutally attacks an elderly taxi driver in Seoul(젊은 남성에게 무차별 폭행당한 택시기사...경찰 수사), the late great swimmer Cho Oh-ryun will be interred in a national cemetery('아시아의 물개' 故조오련 국립대전현충원에 안장된다), and debris from a Chinese rocket is expected to fall back to Earth this weekend(미 “중국 로켓 잔해 추락 중…격추 계획 없어”). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share the Hollywood survival action-thriller “Those Who Wish Me Dead(내가 죽기를 바라는 자들),” as well as “Kids Are Fine(아이들은 즐겁다),” a film based on a popular webtoon. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including those aged 60-69 being able to make COVID-19 vaccination reservations.

Episodio bonus di 'Distanze Critiche', progetto a cura di Olvidados Fundacion realizzato con il patrocinio dell'Assessorato alle Politiche Giovanili di Forlì. Cesare Pomarici e Leonardo Benini riflettono attorno all'origine del successo di Parasite (Bong Joon-Ho, 2019) e alla rinascita del cinema coreano degli ultimi due decenni, riconoscendo una più ampia manifestazione metaforica del "parassita" che concorre nel determinare la nostra condizione contemporanea: come in un gioco a scatole cinesi, dinamiche parassitarie si inglobano le une con le altre, dall'integrazione del modello capitalista occidentale da parte della Cina e delle altre potenze asiatiche fino alla pandemia virale che ancora caratterizza la nostra situazione odierna. Allontandoci dal pessimismo di cui Parasite è intriso, cerchiamo di offrire un esempio di "anti-parassita" positivo attraverso una pellicola del compianto Kim Ki-Duk, Ferro-3 (2004), che racconta la possibilità di vivere nelle vite degli altri a pelo d'inconscio, in un equilibrio delicato e vitale che rende possibile la cura dell'altro che ospita. Di seguito, alcune fonti bibliografiche utilizzate per realizzare l'episodio:- Dario Tomasi, "Il Cinema asiatico. L'estremo oriente", Laterza (2011)- Darcy Paquet, "New korean cinema", Columbia University Press (2009)- Mark Fisher, "Realismo capitalista", Nero (2018)- Riccardo Panattoni, "Kim Ki-Duk", Orthotes (2010)- Rita Ricucci, "Lo spazio dell'anima. Il cinema di Kim Ki-Duk", Falsopiano (2020)

Korea24 – 2021.04.23. (Friday) News Briefing: In a climate summit hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden, South Korean President Moon Jae-in said that his country will provide a more rigorous target for reducing carbon emissions and promised that his government will no longer finance the construction of coal power plants overseas. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea talks about how the South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang is set to be officially designated as a conglomerate next week by the Fair Trade Commission(FTC), but also how its Korean-American founder and CEO may not be recognized as its head. Professor Yang also gives his thoughts on next year's minimum wage negotiations. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: COVID-19 breaks out on a South Korean naval vessel (해군 함정서 코로나 첫 집단감염), Seoul seizes 25 billion won in cryptocurrency from tax evaders (서울시, 고액체납자들 재산 은닉 수단으로 쓰던 암호화폐 압류), and some bullying allegations made against former pro volleyball player Park Sang-ha turn out to be false(전 프로배구선수 박상하 ('학폭 사태'로 은퇴한 프로배구 센터 박상하…'14시간 감금&폭행' 거짓으로 밝혀져). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise discuss the Korean science-fiction blockbuster “Seo Bok(서복)” starring Gong Yoo(공유) and Park Bo-gum(박보검). They also talk about Seo Yoo-min’s(서유민) feature debut, the mystery-thriller “Recalled(내일의 기억).” Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the Justice Ministry putting together a recommendation committee to shortlist candidates for a new prosecutor general.

Korea24 – 2021.04.16. (Friday) News Briefing: President Moon Jae-in reshuffled his Cabinet and presidential office on Friday following the severe blow dealt to the ruling party in the by-elections earlier this month. President Moon named former interior minister Kim Boo-kyum as prime minister and if confirmed by the National Assembly, Kim will replace Chung Sye-kyun, widely considered a 2022 presidential hopeful. (Koo Heejin) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea delves into the global semiconductor shortage and President Moon jae-in’s vows to support the industry. He discusses where South Korea stands between the US and China, with the two titans battling for semiconductor supremacy. Korea Trending with Bruce Harrison: Quite a large number of security guards are found to have died from being overworked in South Korea("현금 너무 많이 뽑네"..보이스피싱 막은 은행원•청원경찰), two people are recognized for catching major incidents of voice phishing([단독/탐사K] 압구정 현대아파트에서 경비원 사망…“과로사 경비원 3년간 74명”), and pitcher Jake Brigham is headed back to the KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes(키움, 2경기 만에 스미스 방출하고 브리검 전격 재영입). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Marc Raymond share the crime thriller “Night in Paradise(낙원의 밤),” by Park Hoon-jung(박훈정). They also review the critically-acclaimed “Nomadland(노매드랜드),” which stands a very good chance of taking the Oscar for Best Picture. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including South Korea’s First Vice Foreign Minister heading over to Central and South America.

Korea24 – 2021.04.09. (Friday) - News Briefing: Health authorities fear the onset of a fourth wave of the COVID-19 outbreak and extend current social distancing requirements for three more weeks. The nation recorded 671 new COVID-19 cases throughout Thursday, over 70 percent of the cases coming from the Seoul metropolitan area. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Andreas Bauer, Korea Mission Chief for the IMF, discusses the IMF’s recent revisions to its original forecasts for global economic growth this year, which also reflect an optimistic outlook for the South Korean economy. Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: The suspect in a triple homicide case was handed over to the prosecution to await trial('노원 세모녀 살인' 김태현 "숨쉬는 것도 죄책감"), an appellate court upheld the five year prison sentence for a man convicted of killing his wife(의식불명 아내의 호흡기 직접 뗀 남편에 ‘살인죄’), and the US-based online mattress vendor Webtress drew ire from Korean consumers(매트리스 싸게 사려다 뒤통수…‘웹트리스’ 피해 주의). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise introduce two recent feature-length offerings at Korean box offices: “The Book of Fish(자산어보),” a black-and-white period drama from director Lee Joon-ik, and “Dustman(더스트맨),” the debut film by Kim Na-kyung.

Korea24 – 2021.03.19. (Friday) News Briefing: The government has identified an additional 28 civil servants and public employees in its ongoing probe of the land speculation scandal gripping South Korea. They were found to have purchased property in areas included in the government's urban development project. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the continuing trend in job losses amid the pandemic, the latest figures from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development(OECD) showing South Korea's economy possibly ranking 10th in the 2020 GDP rankings, and U.S. investment bank Morgan Stanley’s plan to offer its wealth management clients access to bitcoin funds. Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Drivers tamper with their scooters to travel at high speeds deemed unsafe(시속 50km까지 불법개조 킥보드…법 공백에 사고 증가), China requires certain visa applicants to get Chinese COVID-19 vaccines(中 백신 맞아야만 ‘비자 신청 간소화’…입국 대기자들 ‘발동동’), and Olympic short track champion Shim Suk-hee announces her desire to make the national team(쇼트트랙 심석희 "태극마크 다시 달고 싶다..간절하고 그리워“). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share Jero Yun's(윤재호) "Fighter(파이터)," on a North Korean defector reigniting her talent as a professional boxer. They also discuss "The Mauritanian(모리타니안)," based on events that occurred at Guantanamo Bay. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the start of COVID-19 inoculations for South Korean citizens 65 and older, including President Moon Jae-in.

Korea24 – 2021.03.12. (Friday) News Briefing: Byeon Chang-heum has expressed his intent to resign to President Moon Jae-in amid growing public criticism over the alleged irregular land speculation involving employees of Korea Land Housing Corporation and other public officials. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-seok from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang making its debut on the New York Stock Exchange. He also talks about the signs of "Revenge Spending" in South Korea as well as the concerns over inflation. Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: A rape victim was refused late-night emergency medical aid from centers in charge of providing it(성폭행 피해자 응급처치 거절한 해바라기 센터…“야간당직 없었다”), a woman chased down a scammer on her motorcycle(“어디 우리 시어머니 돈을!” 며느리의 끈질긴 ‘검거 정신’), and a petition calls for the cancellation of a friendly football match between South Korea and Japan over COVID-19 concerns(축구 한일전 반대 청와대 국민청원). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share "Ammonite(암모나이트)," loosely based off of one of the earliest paleontologists in history Mary Anning. They also review "Possessor(포제서)," a film that is a blend of science fiction and horror, directed by David Cronenberg. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visiting Seoul for talks with their South Korean counterparts.

Korea24 – 2021.03.05. (Friday) News Briefing: The Health and Welfare Ministry released a draft plan on how it will revise the current five-tier social distancing scheme to four levels and to better convey public action plans for each level. The draft is also designed to have less impact on small businesses. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Law professor Song Se-ryun from Kyunghee University and reporter Lee Kyung-min of the Korea Times talk about how South Korea's political parties are finalizing their candidates for the upcoming mayoral by-elections. They also talk about the second round of the primaries as the parties narrow their selections down to a single candidate to avoid a split in votes. Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Gyeongchip - the day that small animals awaken from their winter slumber - signals that spring is right around the corner(경칩), a complaint is filed by the Korea Railroad Corporation against a woman who broke social distancing rules by eating on a train(“우리 아빠가 누군데”…KTX내 취식 20대 결국 고발), and the actor Ji Soo admits to severe bullying allegations from when he was in middle school(배우 지수, 학폭 인정). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise dedicate the entire segment to Lee Isaac Chung's semi-autobiographical film, "Minari(미나리)." They delve into its production, its exceptional cast, and the film's chances at the 93rd Academy Awards. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the government task force wrapping up its examination on alleged land speculations made by officials of the Korea Land and Housing Corporation(LH).

Korea24 – 2021.02.26. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea has begun administering its first available COVID-19 vaccines to medical workers and patients at long-term care facilities on Friday. The immunization program launches some 13 months after the first coronavirus case was reported in the country. Through the program, the government aims to immunize more than 70 percent of the population by September, in order to achieve herd immunity by November. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Economics professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on the nation's new plan to impose taxes on cryptocurrency transactions. He also talks about issues such as the Bank of Korea's announcement to once again freeze the key policy rate and its growth forecast for 2021. Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: South Koreans living abroad talk about symptoms they've experienced after receiving AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine(아스트라제네카 백신 맞아보니…"이틀 정도 으슬으슬"), a man takes back school bullying accusations against a pro footballer("가해 선수의 인생 망치고 싶지 않다" 학폭 제보자의 이유있는 변심), and FC Barcelona shows interest in South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in(바르셀로나, 이강인 영입 고려). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise review the action-comedy "Mission: Possible(미션파서블)," starring Kim Young-kwang(김영광) and Lee Sun-bin(이선빈). They also discuss the award-winning film "Go Back(고백)," which tackles issues such as child abuse and violence against women. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the Health Ministry announcing changes to the nation's social distancing system.

Korea24 – 2021.02.19. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea conducted a second pan-government exercise to transport COVID-19 vaccines on Friday with the first round of vaccinations set to start next week. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun assured the safety of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Economics professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea delves into the Korean e-commerce giant Coupang opting to go public on the New York Stock Exchange(쿠팡 뉴욕증시 상장), new data on South Korea's widening income gap(소득격차), and COVID-19 emergency funds aimed to help businesses devastated by the pandemic(4차 재난지원금). Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: The nation's largest airline Korean Air takes a tour of South Korea to the skies(대한항공 무착륙 국제관광비행), people can now use secure numbers instead of their own phone numbers when visiting public facilities(개인안심번호), and international football star Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur nets his 18th goal of the season(손흥민 시즌 18호골, 한 시즌 개인 최다 공격포인트). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Marc Raymond share the mysterious "Black Light (빛과 철)," by writer-director Bae Jong-dae(배종대). They also discuss "News Of The World(뉴스 오브 더 월드)," set in the 1800s, starring the legendary Tom Hanks. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including South Korea starting its first round of inoculations with AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine.

Korea24 – 2021.02.05. (Friday) News Briefing: An independent advisory panel has recommended the government to approve Astra Zeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine, but it also recommended further discussion for use on those over 65 years old. Meanwhile, the government has approved the conditional use of Celltrion’s COVID-19 treatment candidate. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon gives his thoughts on various issues discussed at the Global Engagement and Empowerment Forum held this week, including inequalities and climate change. Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: South Korea's current account surplus increases about 26% last year(경상수지), an equestrian is accused of a particular sex crime(승마선수), and the film Minari receives several nods for this year's Screen Actors Guild(SAG) award, including Youn Yuh-jung's nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role(윤여정 미나리). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share the Korean space blockbuster “Space Sweepers(승리호),” directed by Jo Sung-hee(조성희), starring Song Joong-gi(송중기). They also talk about the Asian-American comedy-drama “The Farewell(페어웰),” starring Awkwafina. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including the many ways that the nation is prepping for the Lunar New Year to prevent a further spread of COVID-19, including advisories and tightened measures to encourage people to stay home.

Korea24 – 2021.01.15. (Friday) - News Briefing: North Korea held a military parade Thursday night after wrapping up a rare congress of the ruling Workers' Party. The reclusive state unveiled a new type of submarine-launched ballistic missile(SLBM) at the event, which was attended by leader Kim Jong-un. (Eunice Kim) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on the Korean stock market, the real estate market, and bitcoin prices experiencing massive rallies in the past few months. He also discusses what it could mean for the economy if these bubbles burst. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: An online service that helps tax-payers file year-end tax settlements opened Friday morning(연말정산 간소화서비스), Samsung Electronics officially unveiled their new flagship smartphones - the Galaxy S21 series(삼성, 갤력시 S21 시리즈 공개), and the critically-acclaimed film "Minari" is slated to release in South Korea this March(미나리 3월개봉). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share "What Happened to Mr. Cha(차인표)," a fictitious and comedic take on the actor Cha In-pyo's life, starring himself. They also discuss "Pieces of a Woman(그녀의 조각들)," a film about a woman learning to deal with loss, starring Vanessa Kirby. - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including Moon Jae-in's New Year's live press conference.

Korea24 – 2021.01.08. (Friday) - News Briefing: A Seoul court on Friday ruled in favor of 12 Korean victims of Japan's wartime sexual slavery, ordering Tokyo to pay each victim 100 million won in compensation. The already-strained Seoul-Tokyo relations over the forced labor issue and Japan's export curbs are expected to take a turn for the worse. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his thoughts on the Korea Composite Stock Price Index's(KOSPI) ongoing rally that saw it reach over the 3,000 level for the first time ever, while the COVID-19 pandemic wreaks havoc on the job market giving the real economy a bleak outlook. Professor Yang gives his expert analysis on the gap between the real economy and the stock market. - Korea Trending with Lee Ju-young: A cold snap - the lowest in 35 years - grips the nation and causes problems for households across the country(북극 한파-수도 동파 해결), a fire at an electrical substation causes a blackout to some 38,000 homes(인천변전소 화재), and alternative hip hop group Epik High reveals a teaser image to their 10th album(에픽하이). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet give their 2020 recap that saw the industry take heavy blows from the COVID-19 pandemic and discuss how 2021 may be the year of the "Streaming War" as productions migrate over to the growing number of online streaming platforms. They also give their picks of upcoming Korean and Hollywood projects to keep an eye on. - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including First Vice Foreign Minister Choi Jong Kun's trip to Iran and Qatar.

Korea24 – 2020.12.18. (Friday) - News Briefing: Government officials said that deals to buy COVID-19 vaccines from two more pharmaceutical companies are set to be completed by the end of the year. This comes as South Korea recorded more than a thousand new cases for the third consecutive day. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his assessment on the Finance Ministry's economic policy for 2021, which would seek to promptly recover from the pandemic and turn into a leading economy. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: The nation's blood reserves reach a critical point due to the drop in blood donors amid the pandemic(헌혈), veteran Korean singer Boa is probed for allegedly smuggling psychotropic drugs into the country(보아), and Song Heung-min wins the Puskas Award, also known as FIFA's best goal of the year(손흥민, 푸스카스상). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share two winter holiday-themed films: "The Christmas Chronicles," starring Kurt Russell as Santa Claus, and the romantic-comedy "Let it Snow," based on the novel, "Let It Snow: Three Holiday Romances." They also share some holiday-themed Korean films such as the upcoming "New Year Blues(새해전야)," by Hong Ji-young(홍지영). - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha meeting with her Mongolian counterpart.

Korea24 – 2020.12.11. (Friday) - News Briefing: At the National Assembly, the main opposition People Power Party(PPP) pushes on with its filibuster, making their case against a bill that would strip the National Intelligence Service of its domestic investigative powers. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives his assessment on the bills passed by Parliament on Wednesday that made revisions on the Commercial Act, Fair Trade Act and Financial Group Supervision Act, also referred to as the "Fair Economy Bills.” (공정경제3법) - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Notorious child rapist Cho Doo-soon is set to be released on Saturday(조두순 출소), a popular baby bathtub is recalled due to hazardous material(다이소 아기욕조), and Baek Yerin releases her latest album, "tellusaboutyourself"(백예린 컴백). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet share "Josee(조제)." the Korean remake of the Japanese melodrama, "Josee, The Tiger and the Fish." They also give their take on the science-fiction film "The Midnight Sky(미드나이트 스카이)," starring and directed by George Clooney. - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including over 100 makeshift COVID-19 screening centers that will be set up in the greater Seoul region.

Korea24 – 2020.11.20. (Friday) - News Briefing: As the number of daily COVID-19 infections topped 300 for the third straight day, Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun issued an emergency statement urging the public to cancel their scheduled gatherings and stay home amid what is believed to be the third wave of the pandemic. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the current state of the real estate market in South Korea and talks about what's causing the rise of jeonse and home prices. He also gives his take on the government's measures to increase the supply of rental homes. (전세) - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Olympic Judo medalist Wang Ki-chun is handed six years in prison for sexual assault and attempted rape(왕기춘), Lotte Cinema increases ticket prices and shuts down theaters in a self-rescue effort against the pandemic(롯데시네마), and Youtube influencer Tzuyang comes out of retirement(쯔양). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the emotional crime detective flick "The Day I Died(내가 죽던 날)" starring Kim Hye-soo(김혜수). They also discuss the American biographical drama about Herman J. Mankiewicz, "Mank(맹크)," directed by David Fincher. - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit to South Korea.

Korea24 (November 6, 2020) - News Briefing Part 1: Voice of America's White House bureau chief Steve Herman discusses incumbent President Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Joe Biden's different reactions to the voting and ballot-counting process. He also talks about what lies ahead for the U.S. - News Briefing Part 2: The national security advisers of South Korea, the US, and Japan have agreed to maintain close cooperation in foreign affairs and defense regardless of who is elected as the US President. (Sam Len) - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: A new expressway is expected to make travel north of Seoul a bit easier(서울-문산 고속도로), the KBO's SK Wyverns announces Kim Won-hyong as their new manager(SK와이번스 김원형 감독 지명), and Tottenham Hotspur forward Son Heung-min picks up his fifth assist against PFC Ludogorets Razgrad(손흥민). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share heist flick "Collectors(도굴)" as well as the coming-of-age French film "Girlhood(걸후드)." - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories and events to look out for the following week, including South Korean Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha heading to the United States next week to meet with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Korea24 – 2020.10.16. (Friday) - News Briefing: After his talks with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in Washington, South Korea's National Security Adviser Suh Hoon clarified that President Moon Jae-in's renewed push to declare a formal end to the Korean War should go hand-in-hand with North Korea's denuclearization. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis: Professor Mason Richey from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies and visiting Professor Brad Glosserman at Tama University discuss what relations could be like between South Korea and the United States depending on who wins the 2020 U.S. Presidential Elections. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: A study by the World Health Organization(WHO) finds that remdesivir has little or no effect on trial patients with COVID-19(렘데시비르), Choi Ji-man slams a key homer for the Tampa Bay Rays(최지만 홈런), and tteokbokki is considered the capital's top comfort food according to a survey(떡볶이). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the crime drama "Voice of Silence(소리도 없이)" starring Yoo Ah-in(유아인) and Yoo Jae-myung(유재명) as well as the quasi-indie film "Stone Skipping(돌멩이)," the directorial debut of Kim Jeong-sik(김정식). - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including schools across the country raising their attendance caps in line with reduced social distancing measures.

Korea24 – 2020.09.25. (Friday) - News Briefing Part 1: North Korea sent a letter to South Korean President Moon Jae-in on Friday apologizing for the shooting death of a South Korean official in the West Sea. The North also pledged to take steps to prevent such incidents from happening again. (Sam Len) - News Briefing Part 2: Deputy Director of Risk Communication at the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency(KDCA) Choi Seung-ho explains the special quarantine guidelines that are to be set in place next week to prevent the spread of COVID-19 during the Chuseok holiday period. - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea talks about Vice Finance Minister Kim Yong-beom warning that growing volatility in global financial markets is likely to increase instability in the domestic stock market. He also explains why Korean indices are increasingly correlated and synchronized with other benchmark foreign markets. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: MLB pitchers Ryu Hyun-jin(류현진) and Kim Kwang-hyun(김광현) win their matches in the very same day, new studies on the substance interferon(인터페론) reveal its relationship to severely ill COVID-19 patients, and the release of the book "Shine(샤인)" by former Girls' Generation(SNSD, 소녀시대) member Jessica is delayed. - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the dramatic thriller "Diva (디바)," starring Shin Min-a(신민아), and the historical action film "The Swordsman(검객)," starring Jang-hyuk(장혁). - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including the ultra-rare television performance by the "Emperor of Trot" Na Hoon-a(나훈아).

Korea24 – 2020.09.18. (Friday) - News Briefing: The National Assembly was in heated discussion over how to spend the fourth supplementary budget, the most pressing issue being free flu shots(main opposition) and one-off mobile fee deduction(ruling party). (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea delves into the issues between the parcel service workers' union and the government as well as economic aspects of the parcel delivery industry. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Expressway rest stops are to offer only take-out services during the Chuseok holiday(추석 연휴 고속도로 휴게소 취식 금지), the number of people suffering from "COVID Blues" and anger issues related to the pandemic is on the rise(코로나블루, 코로나레드), and BTS drops four new remixes of their megahit "Dynamite." - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the live-action version of Disney's Mulan(뮬란) and "The Woman Who Ran(도망친 여자)" directed by Hong Sang-soo(홍상수). - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as South Korean President Moon Jae-in setting to give his virtual speech on the first day of the General Debates of the United Nation's General Assembly.

Korea24 – 2020.09.11. (Friday) - News Briefing: Veteran journalist Bob Woodward's soon-to-be-released book has sparked fresh controversy over U.S. President Donald Trump's handling of domestic and international issues, including relations with allies like South Korea. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Economics Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea gives us his take on the South Korean government's latest supplementary budget plan aimed to help small businesses and the self-employed. - Korea Trending with Alex Sigrist: Jeong Eun-kyeong is officially appointed chief of the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency(KDCA)(질병관리청 정은경 청장 임명장 수여식), a petition on the presidential website calls for strict punishment against a drunk driver responsible for a fatal car crash(을왕리 음주운전 국민청원), and BTS gives their first media interview after grabbing the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 with KBS News(BTS KBS 인터뷰). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise talk about why sequels are less common in South Korea compared to Hollywood and share some noteworthy Korean sequels. - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as the United Nations setting to hold its very first virtual General Assembly due to COVID-19.

Korea24 – 2020.09.04. (Friday) - News Briefing: The government on Friday decided to extend strengthened social-distancing measures by another week, while also ordering more shops in the Seoul metropolitan area to only allow take-out orders. (Sam Len) - In-Depth News Analysis: Professor Lee Seung-yoon of the School of Social Welfare at Chung-Ang University(중앙대학교 사회복지학부 이승윤 교수) and Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea(한국가톨릭대학교 경제학과 양준석 교수) discuss the second round of COVID-19 disaster relief payouts and evaluate the government’s economic and social welfare policies amid the pandemic. - Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: Typhoon Haishen is forecast to hit South Korea early next week(태풍 하이선), Blackpink(블랙핑크) sets a new girl group record with over 800,000 pre-orders for their first full-length album in just six days, and National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases(NIAID) director Dr. Fauci states that a COVID-19 vaccine by October is unlikely, though not impossible(코로나 백신). - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share their top picks for South Korean remakes of foreign films including "Believer(독전)," "Intimate Strangers(완벽한 타인)," and "Cold Eyes(감시자들)." - Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha attending ASEAN-related meetings via videoconference.

News Briefing: To help curb the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, for eight days starting from Sunday, franchised coffee shops in the Seoul-metro area can only take delivery and take-out orders. In addition, customers cannot consume food inside restaurants in Seoul after 9:00 pm. Despite the stricter measures, the government held off on enforcing the near-lockdown Level 3 quarantine. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis: Professors Brad Glosserman and Lim Eunjung discuss Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's announcement that he is officially resigning from his role as prime minister due to illness. They also delve into his legacy and what lies on the shoulders of his successor. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: A man attacks other passengers on a Seoul subway after he was asked to on a face mask(지하철 마스크), Ryu Hyun-jin's(류현진) Toronto Blue Jays and the Boston Red Sox postpone their match in protest of a recent police shooting, and K-pop girl group Blackpink(블랙핑크) drop their latest single "Ice Cream" that features Selena Gomez. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share and explain Christopher Nolan's latest blockbuster, "Tenet(테넷)." They also talk about the South Korean independent film "An Old Lady(69세)," directed by Lim Sun-ae(임선애). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as the Seoul government offering emergency relief funds for foreign residents living in the capital city.

News Briefing: Daily COVID-19 cases top 300 in South Korea for the first time in five months mainly due to a surge in church-related infections. The latest cases have sparked fears of an explosive pandemic in a country that was once hailed a global success story in taming the virus. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis: Political Analyst Robert E. Kelly and Professor Choo Jae-woo discuss the significance behind the visit to Busan by Yang Jiechi, Director of the Office of Foreign Affairs of the Communist Party of China, as well as Yang's talks with Seoul's National Security Adviser, Suh Hoon. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: South Korea's reserve forces training is canceled for the very first time in history(예비군훈련 전면 취소), a new deal involving the Fair Trade Commission(FTC) could protect couples from penalty fees if they decide to cancel their weddings(결혼식 위약금), and K-pop sensation BTS releases their newest digital single, "Dynamite." Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the blockbuster comedy "OK! Madam (오케이 마담)" starring Uhm Jung-hwa(엄정화). They then talk about the low-budget film "Moving On(남매의 여름밤)," which some consider to be the South Korean indie film of the year. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as the ruling Democratic Party(DP) convention being held to elect its new party leader, though virtually, due to COVID-19 concerns.

News Briefing: On Friday, six senior presidential secretaries have offered to resign on the heels of criticism over the government's attempts to tame soaring real-estate prices, which have been largely ineffective. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis: Reporter Esther Chung of the Korea JoongAng Daily talks about members of the Korean Intern Resident Association(KIRA) launching a one-day strike in protest of the government's plan to expand medical school admission quotas. (전공의 집단휴진) Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: Korean Air posts an operating profit in Q2 despite COVID-19's impact on the air travel industry(대한항공 2분기 영업이익), the tourist spot Nami Island becomes completely flooded due to seasonal torrential rains(남이섬 침수), and a local high school is in the middle of a racially-charged controversy(의정부고 졸업사진 인종차별 논란). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the action-thriller "Deliver Us From Evil (다만 악에서 구하소서)" starring Hwang Jung-min(황정민) and Lee Jung-jae(이정재). They also share "Ruby(루비)" by Korean-American director Hanjin Park, starring Park Ji-yeon(박지연). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as the South Korean government donating funds to the World Food Programme.

Korea24 – 2020.07.31 (Friday) News Briefing: A controversial new tenant protection law has come into force in South Korea, as part of the government’s efforts to slow down rising lease prices. Effective on Friday, 'jeonse' renters will be guaranteed a two-year extension to their lease, with price increases capped at five percent. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk of the Catholic University of Korea discusses these new tenant protection laws and how they would work. He also talks about the shocking U.S. economy contraction of Q2. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: More details are revealed on the North Korean defector that crossed back into the North from South Korea(해병2사단장), South Korea's first military communications satellite, the Anasis-II, reaches geostationary orbit(아나시스2호), and U.S. President Donald Trump continues to criticize the vote-by-mail system and floats the idea of delaying the U.S. presidential election(트럼프 대선연기 시사했다 번복). Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the blockbuster political thriller, "Steel Rain 2: Summit(강철비2: 정상회담)" and "Saint Judy," a film that centers on the topic of immigration law. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for next week, such as the government's plans to announce new measures that could create more homes.

Korea24 – 2020.07.17 (Friday) News Briefing: In a speech marking Constitution Day on Friday, National Assembly Speaker Park Byeong-seug(박병석) proposed a discussion on constitutional revision after the country overcomes the COVID-19 crisis. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk of the Catholic University of Korea gives us his take on the recently revealed "Korean New Deal(한국판 뉴딜)," especially on the massive injections for the "Digital New Deal" and the "Green New Deal" made in an effort to create millions of new jobs. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: The Seoul Government's advisor on gender equality(임순영 젠더특보) hands in her letter of resignation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation(FBI) investigates the recent hacking of influential people's Twitter accounts(트위터 해킹), and the Ladies Professional Golf Association(LPGA) sets to resume but without on-site spectators. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the zombie flick "Peninsula(반도)," set in the same cinematic universe as "Train to Busan(부산행)." Then they discuss the Chinese film "Better Days(소년시절의 너)," a film that deals with the issues faced by Chinese teens. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, such as the South Korean parliament's agenda including speeches and confirmation hearings.

Korea24 – 2020.07.10 (Friday) News Briefing Part 1: Shim Kyu-seok of the Korea JoongAng Daily discusses details surrounding the death of Seoul’s mayor Park Won-soon(박원순). He also talks about his life as an outspoken human rights lawyer and the formal complaint filed against him. News Briefing Part 2: On Friday, the Moon administration announced a set of toughened measures aimed at containing soaring residential property values. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk of the Catholic University of Korea breaks down the Moon administration’s new round of real estate measures and gives us his own thoughts on the new policy. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: The race for the ruling Democratic Party’s leadership is put on hold out of respect for the passing of Seoul’s mayor Park Won-soon, a fire breaks out in a Goheung Country hospital and BTS’s music video of “Blood Sweat and Tears(피 땀 눈물)” reaches 600 million views. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervaise share the Hollywood film "Bombshell(밤쉘)" by Jay Roach and the South Korean film "Fanfare(팡파레)" by Lee Don-ku(이돈구). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including South Korean President Moon Jae-in announcing details of his administration’s “New Deal” package.

Korea24 – 2020.07.03. (Friday) News Briefing: President Moon Jae-in has nominated ruling Democratic Party Rep. Lee In-young(이인영) as his new unification minister. The reshuffle was announced on Friday in the wake of recent inter-Korean tension. (Sam Len) In-Depth News Analysis: Dr. Choi Ji-eun, international spokesperson for the ruling Democratic Party(더불어민주당 최지은) and Lee Jun-seok former Executive Vice Rep. of the United Future Party(미래통합당 이준석) debate the pros and cons of changing workers' status from non-regular to regular and how it affects young job seekers. (인국공 정규직 전환 논란) Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: The South Korean Army dismisses the appeal of Byun hee-soo's (변희수) return to service, the government seizes a large number of counterfeit face masks(가짜마스크) and controversial "Coronavirus Parties"(코로나파티) occur in the U.S. state of Alabama. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervase share "The Singer(소리꾼)" by Cho Jung-rae(조정래) and the German film "Transit(트랜짓)" by Christian Petzold. Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including Stephen Biegun's possible visit to Korea.

Korea24 – 2020.06.26. (Friday) News Briefing: On Friday, President Moon Jae-in sent an official letter requesting National Assembly Speaker Park Byeong-seug to recommend two candidates to head a special agency to investigate corruption among high-ranking government officials. (Sam Im) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk(양준석) from the Catholic University of Korea breaks down the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) grim forecast, as South Korea's economic growth is predicted at minus two-point-one percent, much worse than the IMF's prediction in April. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: A South Korean kindergarten is involved in a large food poisoning incident, the manager of the SK Wyverns collapses from malnourishment and exhaustion during a doubleheader, and South Korea launches a massive nation-wide shopping event. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Jason Bechervase share "#Alive (#살아있다)" by Cho Il-hyung (조일형) and "Me and Me (사라진 시간)" by Jeong Jin-yeong (정진영). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including applications that will open up for alternative service to the South Korean military, a mass protest set to happen amid COVID-19 worries, and the government's decision whether to allow fans back into sports stadiums or not.

Korea24 – 2020.06.12. (Friday) News Briefing: On Friday, Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun(정세균) announced that the two-week emergency social distancing campaign in the Seoul metro area will be extended indefinitely. (Rosyn Park) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk(양준석) from the Catholic University of Korea gives his insight on the two rising concepts, basic income(기본소득제) and universal employment insurance(전국민고용보험). Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetsloot: A child abuse victim is released from the hospital(창녕아동학대), hundreds of members of a virtually-defunct crime group gather in Seoul(김태촌), and actor Song Joong-ki(송중기) plans to take legal action against damaging rumors. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Darcy Paquet and Marc Raymond share the legal drama “Innocence(결백)” directed by Park Sang-hyun(박상현), and the independent film “A French Woman(프랑스 여자)” directed by Kim Hee-jung(김희정). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including the 20th anniversary of the very first inter-Korean summit, the start of the training camp for South Korea's U-19 football team, the auction of an eco-friendly art education facility, and the release of the title track "Stay Gold" by the K-pop megastar group BTS.

Korea24 – 2020.06.05. (Friday) News Briefing: The first plenary session of South Korea’s 21st National Assembly opens, and main opposition United Future Party walks out in protest of the ruling Democratic Party’s push to proceed without a partisan deal on Assembly organization. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis (Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk of Catholic University of Korea discusses KOSPI’s rally above the 2,100 threshold amid the still-struggling real economy, as well as future risks and opportunities. Korea Trending with Jacco Zwetslooot: South Korea commemorates Memorial Day(현충일), a new memoir written by ex-President Park Geun-hye's confidante Choi Soon-sil is published, and actor Song Joong-ki pulls out of an upcoming movie “Season of You and Me(너와 나의 계절).” Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet discuss two new South Korean films – mystery thriller Intruder by writer/director Son Won-pyeong and independent feature Jazzy Misfits, set in multicultural Itaewon. Next Week from Seoul: Nancy Kim gives us a preview of upcoming events next week, including a maritime combined military drill, a Court decision on whether or not to arrest Samsung heir Lee Jae-yong, and Oh Seung-hwan of the Samsung Lions returns to the game.

Korea24 – 2020.05.15. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korean air carriers report significant drops in operating earnings in the first quarter. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis: Conrad Clifford, Regional Vice President for the Asian Pacific of the International Air Transport Association, and Professor 송운경 from Korea Aerospace University, discuss how COVID-19 has impacted the airline industry and if it can survive the ongoing pandemic. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: Father of the late 김민식(Kim Min-sik) files a complaint against a YouTuber for distribution of false information, a father files a complaint against his own son 손정우(Son Jong-woo), the operator of the infamous "Welcome to Video" site, and iconic K-pop group 신화(Shinhwa) member 전진(Jun Jin) announces his marriage. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for South Korean fantasy films, including 가려진시간(Vanishing Time: A Boy Who Returned), 늑대소년(A Werewolf Boy), and 시월애(Il Mare). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including the South Korean President's keynote speech to the World Health Organization, the last plenary meeting of South Korea's 20th National Assembly, the 40th anniversary of the May 18 Democratization Movement, and BIGBANG's documentary featuring Taeyang.

Korea24 – 2020.05.08. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korean health authorities are on alert after what appears to be a cluster of COVID-19 infections has emerged in the Seoul metropolitan area. 13 new cases were reported on Friday, and 12 were found to have visited clubs in Seoul’s Itaewon district. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the Korean New Deal, a plan announced by the South Korean government to create jobs in untact, or non-face-to-face, business in the pandemic era. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: Accusations are made against an organization that supports victims of wartime sexual slavery, hanbok uniforms are to be introduced as early as next semester, and a South Korean YouTuber faces allegations of animal abuse and fraud. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for South Korean outbreak, zombie, and monster-themed films, including 부산행(Train to Busan), 괴물(The Host), and 곡성(The Wailing). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including the President's third anniversary, the physical opening of South Korean schools, the revitalization of key national theaters and art companies, and the KLPGA resuming its 2020 season.

Korea24 – 2020.05.01. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea's trade balance recorded a deficit in April for the first time in 99 months, due a slump in exports amid the coronavirus pandemic. Its exports plunged over 24 percent in April, compared to April 2019. (Rosyn Park) In-Depth News Analysis: For Weekly Economy Review, Professor Yang Jun-suk discusses South Korea's first monthly trade deficit since 2012 and other economies also taking the hit from the coronavirus outbreak. Special Interview: In lieu of our daily segment Korea Trending, Pansori (판소리) Storyteller Kim Seung-ah(김승아) joins the show to discuss her journey so far and how she became to develop this new genre. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet discuss the genre of sports movies and share their top three picks: As One (코리아), YMCA Baseball Team (YMCA 야구단), and Forever the Moment (우리 생애 최고의 순간).

Korea24 – 2020.04.17. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea reported 22 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, the fifth straight day in which the country reported fewer than 30 new cases. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the grim IMF forecast for both the global economy and South Korea amid the COVID-19 pandemic. He also talks about the impact of the outbreak on the nation's dismal employment figures. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: A South Korean government working-level group assists in COVID-19 vaccine and treatment development; the antiviral medicine, remdesivir, proves effective against novel coronavirus infections and the Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) is set to resume its 2020 tour next month. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for South Korean political thrillers including "Inside Men"(내부자들), "The King"(더 킹) and "1987: When the Day Comes" Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, including the President's emergency economic council meeting that plans to focus on employment protection amid COVID-19.

Korea24 – 2020.04.10. (Friday) News Briefing: On Friday, early voting for the April 15 general elections began, as eligible voters may cast their ballots between 6AM-6PM on both Friday and Saturday. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses details surrounding South Korea's alarming national debt. We also talk about the Bank of Korea's forecast that even a 1% growth may be difficult to achieve post-pandemic. We also learn about the World Trade Organization's forecast of a huge fall in global trade. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: Cho Joo-bin(조주빈), the central figure in the N-Room case, may have recruited accomplices on the dark web, rumors of resignation surround U.S. Ambassador to South Korea Harry Harris and an off-duty detective cracks the case in an attempted "voice phishing" crime. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for South Korean trial and courtroom films, including Unbowed (부러진 화살), Silenced (도가니), and The Attorney(변호인). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for the following week, especially in-depth details about next Wednesday's general elections.

Darcy joins us to talk about his journey of translating the film and his career as a film critic.

Korea24 – 2020.04.03. (Friday) News Briefing: South Korea reports over 10,000 confirmed coronavirus cases so far, as the global number of COVID-19 infections surpasses one million. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis(Weekly Economy Review): Professor Yang Jun-suk from the Catholic University of Korea discusses the South Korean government's emergency disaster relief fund guidelines announced today and the nation's consumer prices that rose for the third week in a row amid COVID-19. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: Digital sex crimes involving fabricated photos are revealed, over a dozen South Korean fighter pilots are caught drinking while on standby, and the country's farmers struggle as schools open classes online. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for South Korean gangster films, including Bittersweet Life(달콤한 인생), Green Fish (초록 물고기), and A Dirty Carnival(비열한 거리). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson-Choi brings us stories to look out for next week, including the upcoming economic emergency meeting that will focus on the issue of job measures.

▲1편-2020 도쿄 올림픽 연기 확정, 왜 1년 뒤일까 + 영화 '기생충'의 번역가 '달시 파켓' 인터뷰 EBS Radio 오디오천국 는 1주일에 한 번 여러분 만날꺼고요.. 약 50분간 방송됩니다. Radio로도 듣고, 팟빵으로도 들어주세요. ‘구독’ 해주시고, ‘좋아요’ 많이 주세요^^ 잉글리시고고고--에서는 지난 한 주 화제가 된 이슈, 세상 돌아가는 이야기~ 썬킴의 함께 하고요 오늘은 첫 날이라 와 썬킴의 는! 한 주 쉬고— 대신 특별한 코너! 영화 ‘기생충’의 영어 번역가죠, 저와도 인연이 있는 분이에요, Darcy Paquet 함께 합니다. 외국어 번역의 세계, 그리고 영화 관련한 이야기들 나눠볼게요. 저 썬킴의 모든 것을 쏟아 부어서— 알찬 내용 마련할게요~ 잉글리시 고고고와 함께 여러분의 잉글리시 도모해보시죠!

Korea24 – 2020.03.20. (Friday) News Briefing: Starting Sunday, South Korea is to conduct COVID-19 testing for all travelers coming into the country from Europe in an effort to battle the novel coronavirus. (Robert Koehler) In-Depth News Analysis: Professor Yang Jun-suk helps us understand the current economic situation in the country. We'll discuss the currency swap deal made between the Bank of Korea and the U.S. Federal Reserve, the US Government’s plans for a $1,000 check for US citizens, and more. Korea Trending with Bae Joo-yon: Reserve forces located in "Special Disaster Zones" are exempted from training, a man tied to the shocking case involving Telegram chatrooms is arrested, and BTS lands a top 10 ranking on the IFPI's list of best-selling albums worldwide for 2019. Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet present their top choices for S.Korean romantic comedies, including My Sassy Girl(엽기적인 그녀, 2001), How To Use Guys with Secret Tips(남자사용설명서, 2013), and Someone Special(아는 여자, 2004). Next Week from Seoul: Mark Wilson brings us stories to look out for next week, including the possible G-20 video conference.

Korea24 – 2020.03.13. (Friday) - News Briefing Part One: Daniel Yoo from Yuanta Securities helps us understand what to make of the stock market plunge - News Breifing Part Two: President Moon Jae-in presides over a special meeting with the country's finance minister and central bank chief to discuss countermeasures to the panic in domestic and global financial markets (Robert Koehler) - In-Depth News Analysis: Professor Yang Jun-suk joins the show for Weekly Economy Review, to discuss the economic impact of the coronavirus impact. - Korea Trending with Bae Jooyon: US President Donald Trump suggests postponing the Tokyo Olympics, four deaths are tied to the consumption of enoki mushrooms from Korea, and potatoes from Gangwon Province are selling out due to special sale. - Movie Spotlight: Film critics Jason Bechervaise and Darcy Paquet discuss the 1965 classic “Sorrow Even Up In Heaven(저 하늘에도 슬픔이)” and new release “Lucky Chansil(찬실이는 복도 많지)”

In Gouden-Palmwinnaar Parasite werkt het arme gezin Kim zich met list en bedrog binnen bij het rijke gezin Park. Regisseur Bong Joon-ho brouwt een verrukkelijk mengsel van thriller, zwarte komedie en systeemkritiek zoals alleen hij dat kan.Erik, Lauren en Jesse hebben het over de lol van list en bedrog, over de angst voor een indringer in je huis en over een nieuwe golf van films met kritiek op het kapitalisme. En ze doen wie de beste urban legend over inbrekers kent: die met de likkende hond, of toch die met de tandenborstel?Vertel al je filmvrienden over onze podcast, abonneer je op ons kanaal en laat een review achter, en/of mail ons op podcast@cineville.nl (gezellig!). Je kunt ons nu ook volgen op Twitter: @CinevillePod.In deze aflevering hoor je de volgende titels langskomen:Parasite (Bong Joon-ho, 2019)Catch Me If You Can (Steven Spielberg, 2002)Ocean's Eleven (Steven Soderbergh, 2001)Burning (Lee Chang-dong, 2018)Door Lock (Lee Kwon, 2018)Funny Games (Michael Haneke, 1997)Panic Room (David Fincher, 2002)The Big Lebowski (Joel en Ethan Coen, 1998)Home Alone (Chris Columbus, 1990)The Irishman (Martin Scorsese, 2019)Marlina the Murderer (Mouly Surya, 2017)De Oost (Jim Taihuttu, 2020)Green Room (Jeremy Saulnier, 2015)Us (Jordan Peele, 2019)Okja (Bong Joon-ho, 2017)Snowpiercer (Bong Joon-ho, 2013)High-Rise (Ben Wheatley, 2015)The Host (Bong Joon-ho, 2006)Jaws (Steven Spielberg, 1975)They Live(John Carpenter, 1988)Ready or Not (Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, 2019)The Hunt (Craig Zobel)The Hunger Games (Gary Ross, 2012)Battle Royale (Kinji Fukasaku, 2000)Shoplifters (Hirokazu Kore'eda, 2018)Hustlers (Lorene Scafaria, 2019)Sorry We Missed You (Ken Loach, 2019) Sorry to Bother You (Boots Riley, 2018)Memories of Murder (Bong Joon-ho, 2003)Deerskin (Quentin Dupieux, 2019)Rubber (Quentin Dupieux, 2010)The Artist (Michel Hazanavicius, 2011)Portrait de la jeune fille en feu (Céline Sciamma, 2019)Yves (Benoît Forgeard, 2019)J’ai perdu mon corps (Jérémy Clapin, 2019)Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulin (Jean-Pierre Jeunet, 2001)King of the Cruise (Sophie Dros, 2019)Ook leuk:Stemmen op je favoriete films en personages van 2019De politiek van Gangnam StyleDe achtergrond van 'stinkend rijk'Interview met Darcy Paquet, de vaste vertaler van Bong Joon-hoArtikel over de architectuur en het perfecte storyboarden van BongEn kennen we Flat Eric nog? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

0607 The Influencer (with Parasite subtitle translator Darcy Paquet) (#기생충 #봉준호 #cannes) Darcy Paquet, translator for award winning film 기생충 Parasite, joins us and reveal the secrets behind film subtitle translation.

The Busan International Film Festival recently made headlines with news of its chairman's resignation & a show of support from industry professionals half way across the world. Korea FM spoke with veteran film festival member & KoreanFilm.org writer Darcy Paquet to learn more about Busan Mayor Suh Byung-soo's decision to step down from the BIFF organizing committee & also with French film producer Isabelle Glachant who gathered with others at the Berlinale Film Festival to send messages of support to Busan. Subscribe to this & other Korea FM original content via: iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/korea-fm-.-net-talk-radio/id1019399741?Stitcher - http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/korean-news-updateTunein - http://tunein.com/radio/Korea-FM-Podcasts-p832785/Spreaker - http://www.spreaker.com/show/SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/koreafmRSS - http://feeds.feedburner.com/koreafm

The Busan International Film Festival recently made headlines with news of its chairman's resignation & a show of support from industry professionals half way across the world. Korea FM spoke with veteran film festival member & KoreanFilm.org writer Darcy Paquet to learn more about Busan Mayor Suh Byung-soo's decision to step down from the BIFF organizing committee & also with French film producer Isabelle Glachant who gathered with others at the Berlinale Film Festival to send messages of support to Busan. Subscribe to this & other Korea FM original content via: iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/korea-fm-.-net-talk-radio/id1019399741?Stitcher - http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/korean-news-updateTunein - http://tunein.com/radio/Korea-FM-Podcasts-p832785/Spreaker - http://www.spreaker.com/show/SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/koreafmRSS - http://feeds.feedburner.com/koreafm

In Seoul's Garosu-gil, Colin talks with Darcy Paquet, critic of Korean film, founder of koreanfilm.org and the Wildflower Film Awards, author of New Korean Cinema: Breaking the Waves, teacher, and occasional actor. They discuss why movies have a hard time capturing Seoul; the unusual way the Park brothers' Bitter, Sweet, Seoul captures the city; how Cold Eyes relocated a Hong Kong story into Seoul; how, after arriving in Korea in 1997, he got to know the city in step with getting to know the cinema; how he knew Seoul would grow dramatically as soon as he got there, but how nobody expected the Korean film industry would grow so much; why, right when Korean culture started going worldwide; Korean filmmakers were ready; which Korean movies Koreans tried to steer foreigners away from, and which they themselves have returned to more recently; what strengths older Korean films whose makers had to "fight the system" have that modern ones don't; how effectively one can ready oneself for Korean life with Korean film; the size of Korea's cinematic iceberg beneath the tip of Oldboy, Shiri, Snowpiercer, and the like; the less-defined border between Korea's mainstream theaters and its "art houses"; what happens when Korean directors go Hollywood to make movies like The Last Stand and Stoker; what part movies (and associated pursuits) have played in helping him master the Korean language; the kind of diversity Korea has as revealed in cinema; the meaning of modernized hanok; why the last twenty minutes of Korean movies are so often just crying; the importance of Chilsu and Mansu, the first film that stepped in after the relaxation of censorship to make a political point; the sort of political criticism expressed in more recent movies like The President's Last Bang and The Attorney; whether he feels more critical freedom than would a Korean; how Korean producers have done less to "protect directors from the money" these days; the "difference of opinion on objectivity and subjectivity" between Korea and the west as expressed in documentaries and their switch from "we" to "I"; what filmmaking techniques work on him now that wouldn't have when he first came to Korea (and which still don't); whether films have yet begun to take him back to his previous years in Seoul; what he sees when he revisits Christmas in August, one of the first Korean films he ever saw; how much of the Korea ahead, the country his sons and their generation of Koreans unlike those the world has known before will grow up in, he can see in the movies.

Colin Marshall talks to Darcy Paquet, film critic and author of New Korean Cinema: Breaking the Waves. Since 1999, Paquet has maintained the web site Koreanfilm.org as the premiere destination for Anglophone lovers of Korean cinema, which has experienced an unprecedented explosion of creativity and artistry since the beginning of the decade. In his book and on his site, Paquet discusses such vital Korean filmmakers as Bong Joon-ho (The Host, Memories of Murder), Hong Sang-soo (Woman is the Future of Man, Virgin Stripped Bare by Her Bachelors), Kim Ki-duk (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter… and Spring, 3-Iron), and Park Chan-wook (Oldboy, Joint Security Area).