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Korea Herald
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
[Graphic News] ‘Parasite' tops NYT's 100 best movies of 21st century
Korean director Bong Joon-ho's 2019 film 'Parasite' has been named the best movie of the 21st century by The New York Times. The top 100 list was compiled based on votes from 500 directors, actors and film fans. The Times praised 'Parasite' as 'delightful yet twisted, unsettling and shocking,' noting that it 'tells the story of the haves and have-nots and offers a fierce critique of neo-liberalism.' Two other Korean films also made the list: 'Oldboy' (2005) by Park Chan-wook ranked 43rd, while Bong's earlier film 'Memories of Murder' (2005) placed 99th. Korean Canadian director Celine Song's 2023 film 'Past Lives' was also included at No. 86. don@
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Despite Oscar wins and making over $30 billion at the box office, MCU boss Kevin Feige has "never been satisfied" with any Marvel movie he's released
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. There's holding yourself to a high standard and then there's Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige, who freely admits he's "never been satisfied" with any Marvel movie released on his watch. When pressed in a roundtable with Variety about Marvel's approach to filmmaking compared to James Gunn's script-first approach over at DC Studios, Feige responded, "We've never started a movie without a full script and I have never been satisfied with a script that we've had." After a beat, Feige added, "I've never been satisfied with a movie we've released.' Given the MCU's historic success since its (relatively) humble beginnings with 2008's Iron Man, that frank statement should raise some eyebrows. After all, Fantastic Four: First Steps will take Marvel Studios' box-office takings across the $32 billion mark. Feige has even found acclaim elsewhere, with Black Panther netting several Academy Awards for Best Costume Design, Best Original Score, and Best Production Design back in 2019. It was also nominated for Best Picture at the same event but lost out to Parasite. Don't expect the Marvel boss to exhaust his pursuit of perfection any time soon, either. Feige stated that he would be in the moviemaking business for decades to come – and that Marvel is a great avenue for him to keep doing that "right now." "Do I want to be making big movies for big audiences in 10 or 15 years from now? Yes, absolutely," Feige said. "That's all I want to do. Marvel's a great way to do that for me right now, but I hope to make big movies for lots of people forever.' For now, Feige has a lot on his plate in Marvel Phase 6 and beyond as the Multiverse Saga begins to wrap up. Fantastic Four: The First Steps releases in UK cinemas on July 24 and US cinemas on July 25. On the movie front, Spider-Man: Brave New Day releases next year, as does Avengers: Doomsday. Avengers: Secret Wars will follow in 2027, with Feige promising some sort of MCU "reset" to come. For more, here is everything that's happened so far on the Marvel timeline. Solve the daily Crossword
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Climate
- Express Tribune
South Korea rain death toll hits 17, with 11 missing
Cars damaged by floodwater are seen on a road along the river due to heavy rain in Gapyeong county. Photo: AFP Heavy rain in South Korea has killed at least 17 people in recent days, government records showed Sunday, while 11 remain unaccounted for in the intense downpours. South Korea typically experiences monsoon rains in July and is usually well-prepared. But this week, the country's southern regions were hit with some of the heaviest hourly rainfall on record, according to official data. There was also a dangerous deluge in the north early Sunday, with close to 170 millimetres (6.7 inches) of rain hitting Gapyeong county in Gyeonggi province, east of the capital Seoul, leaving at least two dead and five missing. The number of casualties rose throughout the day as bodies of those previously reported missing — many swept away in landslides — were recovered. A woman in her 70s was killed when her house collapsed in a landslide, while the body of a man in his 40s was found near a bridge after he drowned, Yonhap news agency reported. The total number of deaths from the five-day deluge now stands at at least 17, with 11 missing, according to interior ministry data as of Sunday evening. Most of the deaths occurred in the southern county of Sancheong, which has seen nearly 800 millimetres of rain since Wednesday. With the bodies of those who had gone missing retrieved on Sunday, the number of deaths in the rural county of 33,000 rose to 10, with four still unaccounted for. Scientists say climate change has made extreme weather events more frequent and intense around the world. In 2022, South Korea endured record-breaking rains and flooding, which killed at least 11 people. They included three people who died trapped in a Seoul basement apartment of the kind that became internationally known because of the Oscar-winning Korean film "Parasite". The government said at the time that the rainfall was the heaviest since records began, blaming climate change for the extreme weather.
Kuwait Times
5 days ago
- Climate
- Kuwait Times
South Korea rain death toll hits 17, with 11 missing
A rescue member standing on a mud-covered road after a landslide hit a village in southern Sancheong county as heavy rain continued to pound the country. -- AFP SEOUL: Heavy rain in South Korea has killed at least 17 people in recent days, government records showed Sunday, while 11 remain unaccounted for in the intense downpours. South Korea typically experiences monsoon rains in July and is usually well-prepared. But this week, the country's southern regions were hit with some of the heaviest hourly rainfall on record, according to official data. There was also a dangerous deluge in the north early Sunday, with close to 170 millimeters (6.7 inches) of rain hitting Gapyeong county in Gyeonggi province, east of the capital Seoul, leaving at least two dead and five missing. The number of casualties rose throughout the day as bodies of those previously reported missing—many swept away in landslides—were recovered. A woman in her 70s was killed when her house collapsed in a landslide, while the body of a man in his 40s was found near a bridge after he drowned, Yonhap news agency reported. The total number of deaths from the five-day deluge now stands at at least 17, with 11 missing, according to interior ministry data as of Sunday evening. Most of the deaths occurred in the southern county of Sancheong, which has seen nearly 800 millimeters of rain since Wednesday. With the bodies of those who had gone missing retrieved on Sunday, the number of deaths in the rural county of 33,000 rose to 10, with four still unaccounted for. Scientists say climate change has made extreme weather events more frequent and intense around the world. In 2022, South Korea endured record-breaking rains and flooding, which killed at least 11 people. They included three people who died trapped in a Seoul basement apartment of the kind that became internationally known because of the Oscar-winning Korean film 'Parasite'. The government said at the time that the rainfall was the heaviest since records began, blaming climate change for the extreme weather. — AFP
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bae Seong-woo makes dramatic comeback to 'SNL Korea' after 5-year drunk driving hiatus; says 'I'm really nervous and anxious'
South Korean actor Bae Seong-woo has finally returned to the variety show scene after serving a 5-year self-imposed exile following his drunk driving controversy . The 50-year-old actor, known for his performances in films like "Parasite" and "The Handmaiden," appeared on Coupang Play 's " SNL Korea Season 7" on May 24th. Dressed in a sharp black suit, he bowed deeply to the audience - a gesture that immediately conveyed his remorse and gratitude. The moment was incredibly emotional as Bae covered his face with his hands, smiled sheepishly, and visibly teared up. When host Shin Dong-yup asked about his feelings regarding the warm reception from the audience, Bae opened up about his vulnerable state of mind. "I thought I'd be okay since I started with musicals and did a lot of theater work, but seeing everyone directly made me choke up. I'm really nervous and anxious," he admitted, showing his genuine, unguarded side to the public for the first time in years. SNL Korea The 2020 Incident That Changed Everything Bae's self-imposed exile began with a drunk driving incident in November 2020. After drinks with friends in Seoul's Gangnam district, he was caught at a police checkpoint with a blood alcohol level above 0.08% - the legal limit for license revocation in South Korea. The incident forced him to leave the popular SBS drama "Fly Dragon" midway through production, with his role being taken over by actor Jung Woo-sung. In January 2021, he was fined 7 million Korean won for violating traffic laws. South Korea's Strict Drunk Driving Laws South Korea has implemented some of the world's strictest drunk driving regulations. The blood alcohol limit for license suspension is just 0.03% - equivalent to about one shot of soju or a single beer. For license revocation, the threshold is 0.08%, and drivers with 0.2% or higher face imprisonment of 2-5 years or fines of 10-20 million won. The " Yoon Chang-ho Law ," implemented in 2019 after a university student's death in a drunk driving accident, has been remarkably effective. Statistics show that drunk driving fatalities dropped by 65% in just two months after its implementation, with overall drunk driving accidents falling by 37.2%. This compares to India's legal limits of 0.03% for two-wheelers and 0.08% for four-wheelers, though enforcement consistency varies across states. India records over 150,000 road accident deaths annually, with alcohol being identified as a significant contributing factor. Celebrity Accountability in Korean Society Korean society holds celebrities to exceptionally high moral standards, viewing them as public figures with significant social responsibility. This cultural expectation means that celebrity DUI cases often result in career-ending consequences, regardless of the legal penalties. Recent incidents involving other Korean celebrities illustrate this pattern. BTS member Suga registered a blood alcohol level of 0.227% in his recent case, while trot singer Kim Ho-joong faced additional charges for a hit-and-run incident. These cases demonstrate that fame offers no protection from consequences in Korean society. The Korean public's reaction extends beyond legal violations to perceived betrayal of public trust. Celebrities are expected to be role models, especially given their influence on younger fans who follow K-pop and K-dramas globally, including millions of Indian youth. The Long Road to Redemption Bae's gradual return began in May 2024 when he attended a press conference for the drama "The 8 Show," followed by his appearance in the Disney+ series "Lighting Shop." However, his variety show appearance has sparked mixed reactions among Korean audiences. Some view his return as appropriate after serving his time and showing genuine remorse, while others criticize it as "image laundering." Critics worry that the comedic format of variety shows might trivialize his past mistakes and diminish the seriousness of drunk driving as a crime. This debate reflects broader cultural questions about forgiveness and second chances. Korean society typically demands longer periods of reflection and public penance compared to many other countries, including India, where celebrity controversies often have shorter recovery periods.
