Korean sales agency Finecut has struck a raft of rights sales on upcoming fantasy-romance “Secret: Untold Melody.”
The film, which will premiere at the upcoming Hawaii International Film Festival, tells the tale of a man whose promising piano career is cut short by a wrist injury. He returns to Korea and falls in love with a mysterious woman at his music college. While he is encouraged to revive as a genius pianist thanks to her, a hidden secret is revealed that transcends time and space.
“Secret: Untold Melody” is a remake of the 2007 Taiwanese hit movie Secret, that originally starred Jay Chou and Gwei Lun-mei.
The Korean retread is directed by Seo You-min (“Recalled”) and stars K-pop performer-turned actor Doh Kyung-soo and Won Jin-a (Netflix’s “Hellbound”).
Finecut has struck deals for Cis (with Capella Films), inflight (Encore Inflight), Japan (The Klockworx), Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei (Purple Plan), Taiwan...
The film, which will premiere at the upcoming Hawaii International Film Festival, tells the tale of a man whose promising piano career is cut short by a wrist injury. He returns to Korea and falls in love with a mysterious woman at his music college. While he is encouraged to revive as a genius pianist thanks to her, a hidden secret is revealed that transcends time and space.
“Secret: Untold Melody” is a remake of the 2007 Taiwanese hit movie Secret, that originally starred Jay Chou and Gwei Lun-mei.
The Korean retread is directed by Seo You-min (“Recalled”) and stars K-pop performer-turned actor Doh Kyung-soo and Won Jin-a (Netflix’s “Hellbound”).
Finecut has struck deals for Cis (with Capella Films), inflight (Encore Inflight), Japan (The Klockworx), Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and Brunei (Purple Plan), Taiwan...
- 10/7/2023
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
“Crocodile Rock” is one of Elton John’s most famous songs. Many love to sing along to the catchy chorus that includes an infectious “la la la” bit. However, the “la la la” section of the chorus comes from another song by Pat Boone that John borrowed.
“Crocodile Rock” was Elton John’s first No. 1 single in the U.S. Elton John | Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
Elton John was born in England and emerged as one of the country’s biggest pop stars in the early 1970s. Tracks like “Tiny Dancer”, “Your Song”, and “Rocket Man”, made him a global superstar and one of the most famous artists in the U.S. In 1972, he released “Crocodile Rock” as a single with “Elderberry Wine” as the B-side. “Crocodile Rock” was an immediate hit and became John’s first single to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard...
“Crocodile Rock” was Elton John’s first No. 1 single in the U.S. Elton John | Wally Skalij/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images
Elton John was born in England and emerged as one of the country’s biggest pop stars in the early 1970s. Tracks like “Tiny Dancer”, “Your Song”, and “Rocket Man”, made him a global superstar and one of the most famous artists in the U.S. In 1972, he released “Crocodile Rock” as a single with “Elderberry Wine” as the B-side. “Crocodile Rock” was an immediate hit and became John’s first single to reach No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard...
- 5/2/2023
- by Ross Tanenbaum
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
There is an intriguing, tempered energy to Seo Yoo-min's directorial debut, “Recalled.” It frequently keeps its audience doubting what unfolds and consistently impresses with its twists and set-pieces. Topping the box-office upon its release, this psychological thriller is one that is instantly memorable.
“Recalled” is available from Echelon Studios
After an accident which left her hospitalised and with post-traumatic memory loss, Soo-jin (Seo Ye-ji) looks to restart her life, helped by her doting husband Ji-hoon (Kim Kang-woo). He protects her at all costs, attempting to carefully restore her memories bit by bit and reintegrate her into society. However, his wife soon becomes curious towards her self-identity and what powers she may have, thanks to some chance encounters with mysterious people, former friends, and the police, sparking insecurity and worry for Ji-hoon. These new interests and beliefs are dismissed as being down to temporary delusions from a doctor, but Soo-jin is...
“Recalled” is available from Echelon Studios
After an accident which left her hospitalised and with post-traumatic memory loss, Soo-jin (Seo Ye-ji) looks to restart her life, helped by her doting husband Ji-hoon (Kim Kang-woo). He protects her at all costs, attempting to carefully restore her memories bit by bit and reintegrate her into society. However, his wife soon becomes curious towards her self-identity and what powers she may have, thanks to some chance encounters with mysterious people, former friends, and the police, sparking insecurity and worry for Ji-hoon. These new interests and beliefs are dismissed as being down to temporary delusions from a doctor, but Soo-jin is...
- 4/8/2023
- by Nathan Sartain
- AsianMoviePulse
The producers hope to lure buyers into releasing the film in the panoramic ScreenX format.
South Korean sales agency Finecut has picked up international rights to horror mystery Guimoon, a working title which translates as ‘ghost door’.
Taking place in a secluded community centre rumoured to be cursed after a mysterious mass murder in 1990, the film follows a renowned paranormal investigator who lost his mother during an exorcism and three college students intrigued by the rumours who enter through the door and cross into another dimension.
Now in post-production, it is directed by Sim Deok-geun and stars Kim Kang-woo (Recalled...
South Korean sales agency Finecut has picked up international rights to horror mystery Guimoon, a working title which translates as ‘ghost door’.
Taking place in a secluded community centre rumoured to be cursed after a mysterious mass murder in 1990, the film follows a renowned paranormal investigator who lost his mother during an exorcism and three college students intrigued by the rumours who enter through the door and cross into another dimension.
Now in post-production, it is directed by Sim Deok-geun and stars Kim Kang-woo (Recalled...
- 6/23/2021
- by Jean Noh
- ScreenDaily
Jero Yun’s “Fighter” wins the award for best film of the 19th edition of Florence Korea Film Fest, with the story of Ji-na, a North Korean refugee in Seoul, who will redeem a life on the margins thanks to her passion for boxing. This concludes the festival dedicated to the cinema of South Korea, with the award ceremony in the hall at the La Compagnia cinema. It will be possible to continue to watch the shows of the festival until June 3 online, in streaming on the Più Compagnia and MyMovies.it platforms.
The film – selected among those competing in the “Korean Horizons” section – represents a perfect metaphor of tenacity, redemption and a spirit of adaptation. The vision invites to a reflection on current social equilibrium and on the historical relationship with North Korea, in an intimate and independent key, that of Jero Yun, director born in 1980, with over 10 films to...
The film – selected among those competing in the “Korean Horizons” section – represents a perfect metaphor of tenacity, redemption and a spirit of adaptation. The vision invites to a reflection on current social equilibrium and on the historical relationship with North Korea, in an intimate and independent key, that of Jero Yun, director born in 1980, with over 10 films to...
- 5/28/2021
- by Adriana Rosati
- AsianMoviePulse
There is an intriguing, tempered energy to Seo Yoo-min’s directorial debut, “Recalled.” It frequently keeps its audience doubting what unfolds and consistently impresses with its twists and set-pieces. Topping the box-office upon its release, this psychological thriller is one that is instantly memorable.
“Recalled” is Screening at the Florence Korea Film Fest
After an accident which left her hospitalised and with post-traumatic memory loss, Soo-jin (Seo Ye-ji) looks to restart her life, helped by her doting husband Ji-hoon (Kim Kang-woo). He protects her at all costs, attempting to carefully restore her memories bit by bit and reintegrate her into society. However, his wife soon becomes curious towards her self-identity and what powers she may have, thanks to some chance encounters with mysterious people, former friends, and the police, sparking insecurity and worry for Ji-hoon. These new interests and beliefs are dismissed as being down to temporary delusions from a doctor,...
“Recalled” is Screening at the Florence Korea Film Fest
After an accident which left her hospitalised and with post-traumatic memory loss, Soo-jin (Seo Ye-ji) looks to restart her life, helped by her doting husband Ji-hoon (Kim Kang-woo). He protects her at all costs, attempting to carefully restore her memories bit by bit and reintegrate her into society. However, his wife soon becomes curious towards her self-identity and what powers she may have, thanks to some chance encounters with mysterious people, former friends, and the police, sparking insecurity and worry for Ji-hoon. These new interests and beliefs are dismissed as being down to temporary delusions from a doctor,...
- 5/28/2021
- by Nathan Sartain
- AsianMoviePulse
Over 100 films, stories of women, of precarious work, portraits of contemporary Korean society, between bourgeoisie and working classes; this is the 19th edition of the Florence Korea Film Fest, the most important Italian festival dedicated to the best of cinematography of contemporary South Korea, from 21 to 28 May in Florence, live (pending the provisions regarding the health emergency) at the La Compagnia cinema and online on the Più Compagnia and Mymovies.it platforms. The event, conceived and directed by Riccardo Gelli of the Taegukgi – Toscana Korea Association, is organized with the support of the Tuscany System Foundation, the Tuscany Region, the Metropolitan City of Florence, the Municipality of Florence, Kofic – Korean Film Council.
As every year, the Programme features a rich lineup of over 100 films, including short films and documentaries. Spotlights are on the homage to Kim Ki-Duk, one of the most important filmmakers in world cinema – who recently passed away, at...
As every year, the Programme features a rich lineup of over 100 films, including short films and documentaries. Spotlights are on the homage to Kim Ki-Duk, one of the most important filmmakers in world cinema – who recently passed away, at...
- 5/20/2021
- by Adriana Rosati
- AsianMoviePulse
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