Busan-based movies compete at Cannes

Another step toward becoming a "global film city"

Cinematic City Views ⑦ Festival filmsGeumjeongsan.On May 29, films shot in Busan won awards at the 75th Cannes Film Festival. Two Korean films were in competition and three others were shown out of co...

Ahrang Kang 2022-07-01

Netflix variety show serves food and fun

A motorcycle trip to Busan for two

Cinematic City Views ⑥ The Hungry and the HairyIn December, Netflix introduced a new travel entertainment program, "The Hungry and the Hairy." Unlikely buddies "the hungry" (Jung Ji-hoon, aka Rain) an...

Ahrang Kang 2022-06-13

History unfolds Busan in historic Apple TV drama

Youn Yuh-jung stars in new epic international drama

Cinematic City Views ⑤ PachinkoThese days, a new U.S. television series, based on Min Jin Lee's novel, has captured audiences from around the world. "Pachinko" debuted on Apple TV+ March 25; new episo...

Ahrang Kang 2022-04-29

Chance encounter takes former lovers around city

Will movie magic sub-text translate to a long shot reunion?

Cinematic City Views ④ Cinema Street△Whether from 86 meters above the ocean or more than 300 meters into it, catch the perfect shot of Songdo's quiet coast.■ Happenstance and hidden memoriesRunning in...

Ahrang Kang 2022-03-31

Screen filled with sentimental seaside scenes

Coastal bookstore in "Waiting for Rain" becomes a character of its own

Cinematic City Views ③ Waiting for Rain　Alas, it's growing increasingly difficult to imagine a time without the internet and smartphones. In the past, many would send letters by mail, eagerly waiting ...

Ahrang Kang 2022-02-28

An inevitable romantic journey

Luxury course with following Song Hye-kyo

Cinematic City Views ② Now, We Are Breaking Up　A drama, which recently wrapped up, opens with the enchanting night view of the Gwangan Bridge and concludes with the departure of the Haeundae Beach Tra...

Ahrang Kang 2022-02-08

Netflix series draws spotlight on tourism city

"My Name" garners international appeal

Cinematic City Views ① My Name△Stopover or stay the night, where Ji-woo found comfort, at Mt.Cheonmasan Eco House to catch a famous Busan sunset view.These days, traveling is tough. Subsequently, many...

Ahrang Kang 2022-01-13

Priceless pictures at opulent observatory

Wide Angle on Busan: the Bunezia Sunset Observatory

Jangnim-port, a promising panoramic place with something for everyone, is home to the next observatory on our list Bunezia Sunset Observatory. As the sun sets on this eventful year, it's time to say g...

Ahrang Kang 2021-11-30

Downtown where everything's waiting

▲Bongraesan Mountain sits just outside Yeongdo's quickly expanding center, secluded from the town's bright lights.(Source: Michael Kazemi)　Next up in our series are two unique observatories in the "ol...

Ji Minkyeom 2021-11-01

Come and get to know brilliant Yeongdo

▲With the setting of the sun, Busanhangdaegyo Bridge's sparkling LED lights reflect on the waters of the East Sea.　Continuing our series, we have another two observatories, this time located on the ch...

Ji Minkyeom 2021-10-01