East Asia

South Korea

Review: “Rewind, Pause, Then Play” Reminisces on the Videotape’s History in South Korea

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Japan

Review: With “Monster”, Hirokazu Kore-eda Redeems Himself By Exploring Tumultuous Youth and Misunderstandings

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Hong Kong

Review: “The Sunny Side of the Street” Scratches the Surface of Hong Kong Refugees’ Experiences

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South Korea

Review: Korean Action Thriller “Kill Boksoon” Offer Social Relevance and Emotional Undercurrents

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Hong Kong

Review: “If We Burn” Recollects Hong Kong’s 2019 Protests in a Slow Burn Manner

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Japan

Review: “One Hundred Years and Hope” Profiles the Japanese Communist Party Whilst Avoiding High Drama Or Emotionality

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Japan

Review: “Convenience Story” Paints Surreal Picture of the Creative Process Using Japanese Convenience Stores

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South Korea

Review: Disney+’s Philippine-set K-Drama “Big Bet” Gambles on a Complex Rags-to-Riches Story

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China

Review: Chinese Sci-fi Prequel “The Wandering Earth II” Offers Epicness Amidst Subdued Times

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South Korea

Review: Netflix’s “The Glory” Is a Revenge K-Drama Highlighting the Pains of School Violence

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