„Pluto“ – The cast out planet

Film :: In our last issue we have discussed the Korean school system in detail and when we found out that the film “Pluto” with Sung June that many know from „Shut Up Flower Boy Band“ was shown at the Berlinale we could not let this opportunity slide. We are very glad that we were able to see this impressive film. We also had the chance to discuss the questions and the film with the film director, Shin Suwon.
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LED Apple

Music :: In a Korea crowded with idols there are only few groups that debut as an idol-rock band and even less accomplish to be seen as such. LED Apple already debuted in 2010, with a different member line-up. With the change of members by the end of 2011 there was a change in image as well. “Somebody Met By Chance” had the usual rock-fee to it, however the musicvideo impressedwith style, creativity and an elegant science- fiction concept.
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Stay in Memory - Pianist and composer Yiruma in Berlin

Music :: „I am not that complex“, Yiruma says in our interview, one day prior to the concert in Berlin. “I like simple things.” When talking about the talented composer and pianist “simple” means: modest, elegant, classy. In Korea Yiruma is able to fill great halls and inspires millions with his music. His music that allows people to say, that it gives them the feeling that time stands still.
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„The purpose of education is distorted“

Film :: Sung June started his career as a model however in 2011 he received the opportunity to play one of the main characters in the KBS drama “White Christmas”. Even back then did his choice of the role as Choi Ji-Hoon indicate that Sung June will never be attracted to simple and one-dimensional characters as well as shallow stories.
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White Night – one night, two men and their revealing silence

Film :: „BaekYa“ also known as „White Night“ is one ofthe films which we have chosen to watch at the Berlinale this year. The independent film follows two gay men through the night of Seoul. The film takes place during a single night. K-Colors of Koreawas given the opportunity to talk to the film director Leesong Hee-Il.
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Internship in Korea

Culture :: Nina Aschenneller was in South Korea from July to September 2012. During the first four weeks, she was able to work at the "Gil Medical Center“ in Incheon (인천) as an intern. She talked to K about her experiences and impressions.
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A-Prince

Music :: The story of A-Prince started in November 2012when the group released their first singleunder the care of New Planet Entertainment. “Hello” is said to be the official debut of the group although they have already released “You’re the only one” in July the same year prior to “Hello”. New Planet seems to put their money on international promotion which suggests itself when taking the Hallyu Wave into consideration.
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