[OPINION] The Rise of Female-Centric Films in South Korea
It’s been exactly one year since the start of #MeToo Movement, when the sexual misconduct and rape allegations against American film producer Harvey Weinstein came to light...
[Opinion] Music to Stay Flat While Television and Film Will Excel in 2019
It may be a new year, but expect trends in music to continue into 2019 while television and film improve quality, content, and reach.
There was a lot...
[OPINION] Hong Jin-Young Solo Concert & Kim Jong Kook
On January 12, Trot singer Hong Jin-Young held her first solo concert in Los Angeles, California. Highlights were Hong Sun Young's surprise performance, wardrobe malfunction and other...
[Opinion] Keep the Singers, Give Me Actors Instead
The outstanding success of Crazy Rich Asians highlights the power of cinema to dismantle long-held stereotypes about Asians through relatable narratives in a way that music like...
[Opinion] Fans Need to Stop Asking Celebrities to Apologize for Everything
Anyone who is at least familiar with the exciting world of Korean entertainment must have noticed that celebrities seem to get negative backlash easily. As a result,...
[Opinion] Holika Holika X Jella Collaboration Is a Turning Point for K-Beauty
Earlier this year the Korean cosmetics brand Holika Holika launched one of the deepest foundation shades sold in South Korea. As a result, although the line only...
[Opinion] Jay Park’s Interview With VladTV Epitomizes How the West Gets K-Pop Wrong
VLAD TV's four-part interview with Korean-American artist Jay Park demonstrates the utter failure of western media to properly and respectfully interview those whom they see as part...
[Opinion] Five Trends K-pop Needs to Lose for the New Year
The hectic year has come to an end.
In 2017, K-pop groups such as BTS and TWICE saw huge growth in popularity in both domestic and overseas markets....
[OPINION] Mnet’s ‘PRODUCE 101’ Series Represent the Bitter Reality of Korean Society
Everyone will probably agree that ‘PRODUCE 101’ series is one of the most sensational survival programs that Mnet ever invented.
The idea of forming a group that satisfied...
[Opinion] SM Entertainment’s ‘Star Date #Irene’ Is a Dangerous Level of Commodification
SM Entertainment's new simulation-based dating game starring Red Velvet's Irene is not only disgusting, but it is also dangerous for both the user and the star herself.
SM Entertainment...