[OPINION] The Rise of Female-Centric Films in South Korea

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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...