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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
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Netflix adds movie Parasite director describes as a 'visual masterpiece'
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. When the legend that is Parasite director Bong Joon-ho showers a film with praise, you know you're in for something truly special. To use his own words about Netflix's first-ever Korean animation, 'This visual masterpiece will take you around the universe,' and his verdict has sent excitement sky high for director Han Ji-won's vision of the future. And the wait for Lost In Starlight is over as Netflix has added it today [Friday, May 30] globally. While anime fans have known for a while that the film was on its way, Netflix ramped up expectations by keeping any images close to their chest. But that all changed a few weeks ago with the arrival of a teaser poster, followed swiftly by a trailer that shows not only the extent of the fantastical visual storytelling we can expect from the film, but the importance of music to the story. There's a sense of nostalgia in the poster, with a record player and vinyl albums pointing towards a unique cyberpunk universe, while the trailer itself gives a first taste of the film's evocative soundtrack. In Han Ji-won's feature debut, the setting is Seoul in 2050 and it's a romantic tale of aspiring astronaut Nan-young, who dreams of making it to Mars, and reluctant musician Jay. In a story of love, ambition and separation, the couple meet when Nan-young visits an audio equipment repair store in the hope they can repair an old record player left behind by her mother. It's there that she runs into Jay and a romance slowly blossoms. But they have to prepare for the prospect of being millions of miles apart as Nan-young goes deeper into her Mars research and gets the chance to go to the red planet. She's also encouraged Jay to re-discover his love of music but, with separation looming, they have no idea how it will affect their dreams of being together. Best movies on Netflix The use of light in the visuals will rock you in your seat. The impact is extraordinary, a combination of delicacy and literal brilliance, with cities drenched in sunlight and voyages to the stars wrapped in velvet darkness. Down-to-earth scenes of Seoul are beautifully re-created through Han Ji-won's stunningly evocative drawings, capturing the pulsating thrill and uncertainty of new love. There's also the sense that, at the heart of the film, is a mystery which seems to echo Interstellar, while the constant dangers of deep space start to get in the way of Nan-young returning to Earth to be with her lover. In the Korean language version, Nan-young is voiced by Kim Tae-ri, while Hong Kyung is the voice of Jay. For the English language dub, Justin H Min (The Umbrella Academy, After Yang) is Jay, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan (Never Have I Ever, Turning Red) plays Nan-Young. Early reactions to Lost in Starlight beg an immediate question. Could it become the feature film equivalent of Netflix's record-breaking South Korean phenomenon, Squid Game? It may not reach the same dizzy audience numbers, but it might easily provide the perfect antidote to the streamer's number one non-English language series of all time. As Netflix's most successful launch ever, Squid Game attracted 265,200,000 views for its opening episode in 2021, and the clock is ticking as it moves into its third and final series on June 27. Picking up straight after the brutal cliffhanger at the end of season two, a failed rebellion, the death of a friend, and a secret betrayal are all on the cards. Fans of Korean animation and drama — or both — will be in their element. Lost In Starlight was added globally on Netflix on Friday, May 30. Seasons one and two of Squid Game are currently on Netflix in the US and UK. Season three arrives on June 27.
Pink Villa
a day ago
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- Pink Villa
Lost in Starlight X Review: Kim Tae Ri-Hong Kyung captivate audiences, fans praise 'pain and love' in voice acting
Lost in Starlight isn't just a love story—it's a cosmic collision of emotion, memory, and the music that carries us through space and time. Netflix's first-ever Korean animated original film made its worldwide debut today, May 30. The film has already drawn rave reactions across the globe. Running 1 hour and 36 minutes, Lost in Starlight is set in the year 2050. The Netflix animated series follows the quiet, heart-tugging romance between Na Young (voiced by Kim Tae Ri) and Jay (voiced by Hong Kyung). Na Young, an astronaut on the brink of a Mars mission. Jay is gentle, analog-loving musician who restores vintage sound equipment. Their worlds collide when Na Young brings in her late mother's turntable for repair. The two meet and instaly ignite a slow-burning connection. This isn't your average space saga—this is soft sci-fi wrapped in pastel tones and emotional layers. Lost is Starlight's every frame is a painting and every note tells a story. From faded vinyls to rocket launches, the animation brims with atmospheric beauty that feels almost hand-spun. The vocals transition of the actors have gained alot of praise. Since its release earlier today, Lost in Starlight has lit up online forums and social media like a meteor shower. Viewers are swooning over the film's emotional depth, poignant pacing, and stunning visuals. 'It's like Studio Ghibli meets Your Name, but with that distinct Korean soul. I cried at least three times." Another shares, 'Jay's studio scenes were so calming, like ASMR for the heart." Another fan shares, 'I want to live in that soundtrack.' Netizens are highly impressed with the vocal performances of Kim Tae Ri and Hong Kyung. Many have also praised emotional chemistry between their characters. 'This is not just a romance. It's grief, love, space, sound—all wrapped in a soft animation style,' another fan comment. Voices That Hit Home: Kim Tae Ri and Hong Kyung Shine Kim Tae Ri voices Na Young with quiet strength. She captures the astronaut's determination, grief, and courage in every word. Her performance feels grounded and emotionally rich. Hong Kyung brings depth to Jay, the gentle musician lost in his own world. His voice is calm, warm, and full of unspoken feeling. Together, their chemistry is soft but powerful. Every conversation feels intimate. Every silence says something. It's the kind of vocal pairing that lingers long after the credits roll. Director's Vision Director Han Ji Won delivers a quiet, emotionally rich story that goes beyond sci-fi. It's about human connection across distance and time. Han worked closely with the cast—Kim Tae Ri shaped Na Young's emotional core, while Hong Kyung brought Jay to life through subtle silence. Han called Jay 'real—like someone truly out there.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Jacksonville teen escapes abuse and homelessness to graduate high school
One Jacksonville teen went from being homeless to a high school graduate, escaping abuse and rebuilding her life along the way. Thanks to the helping hands of a local program, the teen found safe housing and is now back in school, working, and planning for college. At just 18, Juliana Alcantara—who goes by Jay—has already faced more than most her age. 'I was with my mom at the time, and it was just like a bit of unstable housing due to substance abuse and such, and the safest option for me was to come and stay with my brother,' Jay said. After fleeing abuse between the ages of 15 and 16, Jay moved to Jacksonville seeking safety. For a while, she found it living with her brother—until he returned to South Carolina, the very place she was trying to escape. 'And go back there I feel like in a having to relive it even more,' she said. >>> STREAM ACTION NEWS JAX LIVE <<< [DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] With nowhere else to turn, Jay found Daniel's Project Prepare at the age of 17—a local program that offers housing, life skills, and support to homeless and at-risk youth. She moved into the Independent Living Village last year, and everything began to change. 'Within like the short span. I'm now here and I have my own job and I can find my own transportation and I've been able to take up like a lot more responsibilities,' Jay said. Now at age 18, Jay graduated just last week from Fletcher High School. 'Once I was getting towards the end of school, like wow, I'm actually gonna graduate, and then like a couple days later it was like actually happening,' she said. She's now working part-time and looking ahead to college, with dreams of becoming a cosmetologist—or even a firefighter. 'And we are proud of her because she did it,' said Daniel Kids Program Director Carmella Prescott. Prescott said she's seen hundreds of teens in similar or worse situations than Jay over the past six years. '500 to 600 kids, most of them being successful, we're usually the 90% success rate because we're so intense,' she said. Nationally, more than one in four people experiencing homelessness are under age 25. 19% are children under 18, and 8% are young adults between 18 and 24, according to the 2024 Annual Homelessness Assessment Report. Jay said to always trust the timing of things—because she believes you'll always end up at the destination where you want to be. SHARE PHOTOS OF GRADUATES IN YOUR LIFE: [SIGN UP: Action News Jax Daily Headlines Newsletter]
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Harley Cameron Gets Busted Open On AEW Dynamite
Harley Cameron and Anna Jay pulled out all the stops in their no disqualification match on AEW Dynamite this week. Unfortunately, it left them both winless and bloodied. Cameron's fate was of the utmost concern amongst viewers as she appeared visibly bloody after Megan Bayne dropped her face-first onto the steel steps at ringside. Upon reaching her feet and turning back to the camera, Cameron revealed that her nose and mouth had been bloodied, with one of them likely busting open from the impact. Still, Cameron refused to be checked out by the nearby doctor and continued to fight. From there, Penelope Ford knocked Cameron off the apron, then crashed face-first into a steel chair, courtesy of a Gory Bomb from Anna Jay. When Jay tried to cover Ford, Bayne broke them up and dropped Jay onto a chair with a Fate's Descent. Following this collision, Jay immediately clutched her face, which later emerged with a bruised and slightly bloody nose as well. Advertisement Ultimately, Ford and 'The Megasus' picked up the No DQ win after laying out Cameron with a Doomsday Device. Afterward, officials helped Cameron and Jay to the back. As of now, there is no word on the extent of Jay and Cameron's potential injuries. Given the series of events, though, broken noses are possible. Catch up on everything that went down on AEW Dynamite here. RELATED: Harley Cameron Reveals What It's Like Working For Tony Khan The post Harley Cameron Gets Busted Open On AEW Dynamite appeared first on Wrestlezone.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Doctor shares 6 eye care tips to protect your vision during latest COVID-19 surge: ‘Avoid unnecessary touching'
India is witnessing a fresh surge in COVID-19 cases, with over 1,009 active infections reported across the country and states like Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi seeing a sharp uptick, including cases linked to the emerging NB.1.8.1 variant. As the virus stages a quiet comeback, new scientific evidence sheds light on a lesser-known but serious consequence: its impact on eye health. A groundbreaking study by Northwestern Medicine, published in the Journal of Imaging, has found that individuals with long COVID show a marked decrease in the density of blood vessels at the back of the eye, a potential warning sign of lasting visual damage. (Also read: Dentist reveals 5 most common brushing mistakes that could be ruining your oral health: 'Don't forget your tongue' ) As COVID resurfaces, Dr. Jay Goyal, an Eye Surgeon and Director at Surya Eye Hospital, Mumbai, shared with HT Lifestyle how the virus affects our eyes and what steps we can take to protect our vision during an outbreak. Ocular tissues can serve as a reservoir for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which can not only cause conjunctivitis but also serve as a source of infection transmission to others. Additionally, the eye and its tear drainage apparatus can track the SARS-CoV-2 from the eye into the respiratory tract of the patient. The potential ocular presence of the SARS-CoV-2 in the eye of a patient can target ACE2 receptors in the endothelium of the conjunctival vessels and use the lacrimal sac as a potential space to evade immune detection and clinical isolation. A literature search in this area gave preliminary evidence for ACE2 expression in corneal and conjunctival cells. Still, most of the other receptors to which coronaviruses bind appear to be found under the epithelia of the ocular surface. Evidence from animal studies is limited, with a single study suggesting viral particles on the eye can travel to the lung, resulting in a very mild infection. Coronavirus infection is rarely associated with conjunctivitis, with occasional cases reported in patients with confirmed Covid-19, along with isolated cases of conjunctivitis as a presenting sign. Ultimately, self-limiting conjunctivitis and conjunctival hyperemia are the most frequently reported ocular findings; several rarer entities may warrant targeted topical therapies. Despite the overall low risk of ocular transmission, eye protection is advisable in high-risk scenarios. Dr. Jay further shared some tips to protect eyes from the latest outbreak of the COVID-19 virus: 1. Practice frequent handwashing 2. Avoid unnecessary touching of the eyes while in a public place 3. If you are a working professional, screen time-related dry eye syndrome can be an aggravating factor. Make sure to take frequent screen breaks 4. If you are experiencing dry eye symptoms, consult your ophthalmologist at the earliest. 5. Flu-like illness, redness, eye discharge, and eye pain could be signs of COVID, which should not be overlooked or treated with over-the-counter medications. Seek your doctor's opinion on the best treatment approach for you. 6. Wear masks covering the nose and mouth in overcrowded and confined spaces, especially for elderly citizens or individuals with a history of kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes, respiratory and other chronic diseases. "As COVID-19 cases once again begin to climb, the spotlight must expand beyond respiratory symptoms to include its hidden effects, especially on eye health. From conjunctivitis and dry eyes to potentially long-term damage to retinal blood vessels, the virus can silently affect vision in both the short and long term," says Dr Goyal. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
