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The Cabinet is a fictional novel by South Korean author Kim Un-su about time, love, loss, and those who live on the fringes of society. The book is a mix of the story of the cabinet’s caretaker and a collection of short anecdotes about the truly bizarre people who fill up the pages of the files in t
BOOK
Naama Benamy Schoneveld
2022.09.04 11:50
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It takes an immeasurable amount of work to make a film. Beyond the cinema screen lie years of experience, contemplation, and creativity that ultimately culminates in the production of a film. This meticulous process is no better represented than in the Korea Queer Film Festival (KQFF), where films t
ARTIST
Kim Minji
2022.09.03 22:05
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“I have to get out of Sacramento—because it’s soul-killing.” The quote encapsulates the lamentation of Christine McPherson, Lady Bird’s main protagonist, as she dreams of moving to an out-of-state college to live a life full of color and culture. Released in 2017, Lady Bird is a coming-of-age comedy
FILM
Park Subin
2022.09.02 15:56
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Have you ever felt like the main character of a film, as if you are the center of the universe and the world is covered in sprinkles? If your answer is “no,” then singer-songwriter JUNNY’s “MOVIE” will certainly provide you the full experience and emotions of being one. Freshly under the spotlight,
ALBUM
Kim Minji
2022.06.06 21:33
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Written by Korean author Park Sang Young, Love in the Big City chronicles the flawed and dramatic life of Young as he goes through the ups and downs of searching for love. His lifestyle is one of chasing rainbows as he moves from one disappointment to another. Broken down into four parts, the novel
BOOK
Park Soo Hyun
2022.06.06 18:06
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Living as an immigrant can be tough. Anyone who has moved a lot in their life will be able to relate to Pachinko, a television (TV) series that depicts the harsh reality of immigrants. Told from the perspective of Zainichis, ethnic Koreans living in Japan, Pachinko is a sprawling, epic drama series
TV SERIES
Park Subin
2022.06.04 10:47
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Welcome to the fashion show of ghosts, where clothes sprinkled with blood fill the runway with an ambiguous sense of terror. This special exhibition portrays standing figures of clothes without human bodies, which are the artworks of South Korean artist Ahn Chang Hong. Currently, about 150 pieces of
EXHIBITION
Kwon Keun Young
2022.05.03 15:55
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Sir Walter Scott, a poet and historian, once said, “Not only strike while the iron is hot, but make it hot by striking.” Opportunities present themselves at unexpected times; whether they are helpful or futile depends on the consequences once action is taken. *A Tree Grows in Brooklyn* by Betty Whit
BOOK
Park Soo Hyun
2022.05.03 14:26
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A woman with a bold, unwavering look is surrounded by bright yellow chrysanthemums, vibrant pink peonies, and soft blushing cherry blossoms. Her black hair and light brown skin hint at her Asian heritage. This particular drawing, “With Softness and Power” by Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya, was the cover o
ARTIST
Yun Sunwoo
2022.05.02 02:13
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"Would you like to come for some ramyeon?” With its iconic line leaving an imprint on Korean mainstream culture, One Fine Spring Day (2001) is a South Korean feature film showcasing the love affair between local radio host Eunsoo and sound engineer Sangwoo. Depicting the trials and tribulations of t
FILM
Jie Yeowon
2022.05.01 14:57
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Often used to showcase artwork, rarely has light been spotlighted itself. In the exhibition Light: British Tate Museum’s Special Exhibition Feature (hereinafter referred to as Light), however, artists give light its due attention, exploring it as a source of comfort, inspiration, and imagination. Th
EXHIBITION
Hwang Mina
2022.04.02 23:31
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“Six were dead, and one was wounded that day. First were Mom and Granny,” marks the beginning of Sohn Won- pyung’s Almond. Sohn’s coming-of-age novel revolves around Yunjae, an orphan boy unable to identify or express emotions. Highly reminiscent of Albert Camus’ solemn, existentialist novel The Str
BOOK
Jie Yeowon
2022.04.02 08:50
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"You know, sometimes I feel like I was born with a leak, and any goodness I started with just slowly spilled out of me, and now it’s all gone.” These miserably decadent words from the anthropomorphic horse known as Bojack Horseman accurately reflect the mind of a depressed man. Revolving around Boja
TV SERIES
Yun Sunwoo
2022.04.02 20:24
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Encanto, I just love your charm! Disney’s animated blockbuster Encanto is not your typical cookie-cutter fairytale. Though a Disney flick gaining popularity amongst a younger audience is nothing new, what’s special about Encanto is that its music has gained both commercial appreciation and critical
ALBUM
Kim Chaerin
2022.03.31 16:39
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“Someday, when you're old, you'll see that the ones who came to kill us and the ones who'll run to save us are the same. No matter their pretenses, they all arrive here believing they have the power to take from us or give to us whatever will satisfy their endless wants.” With these words, Imbolo Mb
BOOK
Lee Sang-jun
2022.02.28 22:22
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In life, people transition through a number of stages, establish many plans, and set a variety of goals. However, when things get tough, some give up while others continue forward despite the challenges. In fact, it has been argued that the closer you are to your goal, the harder it is to see its fu
FILM
Park Soo Hyun
2022.02.28 19:41
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“I don’t have a philosophy. I have a camera.” The art of photography conveys great meaning since it expresses the emotions and thoughts of an individual as one uncovers special moments in life through visual perceptions. Unlike the conventional trends of photography, American photographer Saul Leite
EXHIBITION
Park Subin
2022.02.27 18:22
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“We’re out of our minds, but we’re different from them.” The Italian quartet Måneskin catapulted to global prominence after their victory in the Eurovision Song Contest with the rock earworm “Zitti e Buoni,” setting a precedent for Italian artists in international charts and paving the way for conte
ARTIST
Kim Chaerin
2022.02.27 12:20
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On September 26, South Korean rappers JUSTHIS and Paloalto released a joint full-length album 4 the Youth. The two artists first announced their collaboration during JUSTHIS’s solo concert in November 2016. They pre-released singles “Cooler Than the Cool” and “Brown Eyes View,” gaining favorable fee
ALBUM
Jung Anna
2021.12.05 17:42
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dreamer, 3:45 am is a one-of-a-kind art exhibition that combines the talents of various artists with different abilities to present a variety of contemporary visual arts. The Lotte Museum has created an exhibition that allows the viewers to visualize their dreams, ushering them into a world of art l
EXHIBITION
Park Soo Hyun
2021.12.03 22:39