A large-scale survey has revealed widespread sexual harassment experienced by women working in Japan's television industry. Many respondents reported unwanted touching, being pressured into entertainment for executives, and coercion. The harm ex…
Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another asks what an unending struggle does to people and communities. Winner of six BAFTAs including Best Film and Best Director, the movie traces the cracks of its era. The film interweaves revolution an…
The Mapo police decision not to forward the case for prosecution is not a final court ruling. The prosecutor has asked for additional investigation, so the case is being re-examined. The central question is whether a shoulder contact on a street af…
Zootopia 2 returns with a larger scope than its predecessor. The film excavates hidden histories and power plays to restore marginalized voices. It persuasively argues that facing truth is the first step toward reconciliation. Audiences are asked to…
Zootopia 2 opened to more than two million viewers in its first weekend, signaling a strong box-office start. The sequel keeps the originals humor while pushing a more overt political message. It uses fable to address structural problems li…
I saw the irony of power. Ryu Seung-beom’s portrayal of the head of the Central Intelligence office (the government security agency under 1970s military rule) drew both laughter and dread. History and cinematic fiction mingle and spark debate. Audie…