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Review: “Line Walker 2” Is an Action-packed Tour Around the World
BY Richard Yu
Action takes priority over plot and drama, as Hong Kong police fight terrorists at home, in Myanmar, and in Spain.
Review: “The Divine Fury” Blends Christianity, Horror, and Action
BY Richard Yu
Park Seo-joon uses MMA skills to exorcise demons in his latest collaboration with Jason Kim Joo-hwan.
Review: “Weathering With You” Is a Giant Allegory for Climate Change
BY Richard Yu
Makoto Shinkai delivers a touching love story with dire warnings for humanity's future.
Review: “Exit” Stars SNSD’s Yoona in A Lighthearted Disaster Flick
BY Richard Yu
“Exit” gives SNSD's Yoona a big break onto the big screen—or does it?
7 Space Movies From Around the World
BY Richard Yu
America isn't the only country that makes space exploration movies—here are seven movies that'll help you learn about other countries' space aspirations.
SNSD’s Yoona Stars in Korean Disaster Flick “Exit”
BY Richard Yu
Starring Yoona of SNSD, "Exit" premieres in the US on August 2nd, 2019.
Review: “Designated Survivor: 60 Days” Is a Promising Korean Political Thriller
BY Richard Yu
Inspired by the eponymous American television series, the Korean remake carves its own path based on Korean political dynamics
Review: “Chasing the Dragon II: Wild Wild Bunch” Reminds Us That Hong Kong is Part of China
BY Richard Yu
Wong Jing's "Chasing The Dragon II" blends entertainment with relevant political undertones that'll rile some Hong Kongers, but please mainland Chinese audiences.
Review: “Still Human” Reminds Us That Everyone Has a Dream
BY Richard Yu
Not only a heartfelt and genuine portrayal of a Filipino domestic helper’s story, but also a tribute to those who refuse to stop chasing their...
8 Asian Movies Screening at Cannes 2019
BY Richard Yu
Eight promising Asian movies — by directors like Bong Joon-ho and Takashi Miike— screening at 2019's Cannes Film Festival.