The original soundtrack (OST) for a Netflix animated film delivered an unprecedented showing on the Billboard charts. The album-style OST reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and drew wide attention. Multiple songs entered the singles charts at the sa…
The Ulsan Ulju Mountain Film Festival (UMFF) is South Korea’s only festival that sits at the intersection of mountains, film, and culture. Now in its 10th year, the festival is growing into an event that embraces both local identity and internatio…
The Ulsan Ulju World Mountain Film Festival (UMFF) is South Korea's only international mountain film festival. Its 10th edition was held in Ulju County, Ulsan, as a forum connecting mountains, people, and the environment. Beyond screenings, the …
Sean Baker brings the faces at society's edge onto the screen. His camera picks up stories that would otherwise go unseen. He keeps a sense of authenticity even under tight low-budget conditions. Meanwhile, his recent film…
Season 2 of the Namdo Film Festival will take place in Gwangyang from October 23 to 27, 2025. The theme is “Dyed in Light and Steel,” aiming to blend industry and culture. The program includes free screenings of 81 films from 12 countries, a large s…
Collaboration between popular music performances and the tourism sector boosts both local economies and cultural value. It goes beyond short‑term ticket revenue to help form a lasting regional brand. The meeting point of tourism and live music produ…
The Busan International Film Festival introduced a competition section for the first time at its 30th edition in 2025. This move was meant to raise the profile of Asian cinema on the global stage. However, the abolition of the Jiseok Award and cha…
Guckkasten released their third studio album, Aurum, on September 18, 2025. It is their first full-length record in 11 years and spans 21 tracks, signaling a major musical shift. The band blends traditional Korean music with rock and pairs the relea…
The city of Busan marks Social Welfare Day and designates September as Busan Welfare Month with a series of commemorative events. These events honor social welfare workers and keep welfare issues in the public eye. They use awards and cultural progr…
Netflix's animated feature K-Pop Demon Hunters has its original soundtrack (OST) topping both of Billboard's main charts in the U.S. The OST album reached No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and the single "Golden" hit No. 1 on the Hot 100…