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Iris (South Korean TV Series)
''Iris'' () is a 2009 South Korean television series starring Lee Byung-hun, Kim Tae-hee, Jung Joon-ho, Kim Seung-woo, Kim So-yeon and Choi Seung-hyun. The plot revolves around two best friends from the 707th Special Mission Group recruited into a secret South Korean black ops agency known as the National Security Service. As the two friends find their loyalties tested and forge new, unlikely alliances, the journey takes them from their home country to Hungary, Japan, and China where they find themselves at the center of an international conspiracy. It aired on KBS2 from October 14 to December 17, 2009, every Wednesday and Thursday at 21:55 ( KST). With a budget in excess of , ''Iris'' along with its spin-off '' Athena: Goddess of War'', share the record for the most expensive Korean dramas ever produced. The series was a critical and commercial success, with an average viewership of over 30% in addition to ranking as the top program consistently every week after its debut. The se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Action (genre)
Action fiction is a literary genre that focuses on stories that involve high-stakes, high-energy, and fast-paced events. This genre includes a wide range of sub-genres, such as Spy fiction, spy novels, Adventure fiction, adventure stories, tales of terror and intrigue ("cloak and dagger") and Mystery fiction, mysteries. This kind of story utilizes Thriller (genre), suspense, the tension that is built up when the reader wishes to know how the Conflict (narrative), conflict between the protagonist and antagonist is going to be resolved or what the solution to the puzzle of a Thriller (genre), thriller is. Genre fiction Action fiction is a form of genre fiction whose subject matter is characterized by emphasis on exciting Action (narrative), action sequences. This does not always mean they exclude character development or story-telling. Action fiction is related to other forms of fiction, including action films, action games and analogous media in other formats such as manga and an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
KBS2
The Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) () is the national broadcaster of South Korea. Founded in February 1927, it is one of the leading South Korean television and radio broadcasters. KBS operates seven radio networks, ten television channels, and multiple Internet-exclusive services. Its flagship terrestrial television stations KBS1 broadcasts on channel 9, while KBS1 sister channel KBS2, an entertainment oriented network, broadcasts on channel 7. KBS also operates the international service KBS World, which provides television, radio, and online services in twelve different languages. History Early radio broadcasts The KBS began as Keijo Broadcasting Station (경성방송국, 京城放送局) with call sign JODK, established by the Governor-General of Korea on 16 February 1927. It became the in 1932. After Korea was liberated from Japanese rule at the end of World War II, this second radio station started using the call sign HLKA in 1947 after the Republic of Korea was grant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Jung-gil
Lee Jung-gil (born October 1, 1944) is a South Korean actor. After making his acting debut in 1967 in the stage play ''Sakhalinsk's The Sky and the Earth'', Lee has had a prolific career in Korean television and film. Filmography Television series *''Switch'' (SBS, 2018) *''Memory'' (tvN, 2016) *''My Daughter, Geum Sa-wol'' (MBC, 2015) *''The Greatest Marriage'' (TV Chosun, 2014) *''Cunning Single Lady'' (MBC, 2014) *''My Love from the Star'' (SBS, 2013) *'' Melody of Love'' (KBS2, 2013) *'' Don't Look Back: The Legend of Orpheus'' (KBS2, 2013) *'' Iris II: New Generation'' (KBS2, 2013) *''Cheer Up, Mr. Kim!'' (KBS1, 2012) *''The Chaser'' (SBS, 2012) ( cameo) *'' Angel's Choice'' (MBC, 2012) *''How Long I've Kissed'' (jTBC, 2012) *'' Scent of a Woman'' (SBS, 2011) *'' Romance Town'' (KBS2, 2011) *''Pit-a-pat, My Love'' (KBS2, 2011) *'' Athena: Goddess of War'' (SBS, 2010) *''You Don't Know Women'' (SBS, 2010) *'' Dong Yi'' (MBC, 2010) *''Don't Hesitate'' (SBS, 2009) *''Iris'' (K ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Park Chung-hee
Park Chung-hee (, ; 14 November 1917 – 26 October 1979) was a South Korean politician and army general who served as the dictator of South Korea from 1961 until his assassination in 1979; ruling as an unelected military strongman from 1961 to 1963, then as the third President of South Korea from 1963 to 1979. Before his presidency, he was the second-highest ranking officer in the South Korean army and came to power after leading a military coup in 1961, which brought an end to the interim government of the Second Republic. After serving for two years as chairman of the military junta, he was elected president in 1963, ushering in the Third Republic. During his rule, Park began a series of economic reforms that eventually led to rapid economic growth and industrialization, now known as the Miracle on the Han River, giving South Korea one of the fastest growing national economies during the 1960s and 1970s, albeit with costs to economic inequality and labor rights. This e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Covert Operation
A covert operation is a military operation intended to conceal the identity of (or allow plausible deniability by) the party that instigated the operation. Covert operations should not be confused with clandestine operations, which are performed in secret and meant to stay secret. Covert operations aim to secretly fulfill their mission objectives without anyone knowing who sponsored or carried out the operation, or in some cases, without anyone knowing that the operation has even occurred. Impact According to a 2018 study by University of Chicago political scientist Austin Carson, covert operations may have the beneficial effect of preventing escalation of disputes into full-blown wars. He argues that keeping military operations secret can limit escalation dynamics, as well as insulate leaders from domestic pressures while simultaneously allowing them communicating their interest to the adversary in keeping a war contained. He finds that covert operations are frequently detec ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Yeong-cheol (actor)
Kim Yeong-cheol (born February 25, 1953) is a South Korean actor. One of his earliest appearances was in ''White Smile'' (1981). Other notable roles include playing Gung Ye in '' Emperor Wang Gun'' (2000-2002), a gangster boss in ''A Bittersweet Life'' (2005), and a NSS deputy director in ''IRIS'' (2009). Filmography Television Film Television shows Awards and nominations State honors Notes See also * Cinema of Korea The term "Cinema of Korea" (or "Korean cinema") encompasses the motion picture industries of North and South Korea. As with all aspects of Korean life during the past century, the film industry has often been at the mercy of political events, ... References External links * * * South Korean male television actors South Korean male film actors 1953 births Living people {{Korea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Republic Of Korea Army
The Republic of Korea Army (ROKA; ko, 대한민국 육군; Hanja: 大韓民國 陸軍; RR: ''Daehanminguk Yuk-gun''), also known as the ROK Army or South Korean Army, is the army of South Korea, responsible for ground-based warfare. It is the largest of the military branches of the Republic of Korea Armed Forces with 420,000 members . This size is maintained through conscription; South Korean men must complete military service (18 months for army, auxiliary police and marine, 20 months for navy and conscripted firefighter, 21 months for air force and social service, 36 months for alternative service) between the age of 18 and 35. History The modern South Korean army traces its lineage back to the Gwangmu Reform, when the Byeolgigun was established by Emperor Gojong in 1881. The 1st of every October is celebrated in South Korea as Armed Forces Day. It commemorates the day during the Korean War when units of the ROK Army first crossed the 38th Parallel, thus leading the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
New Generation
"New Generation" is the third and final single from the album '' Dog Man Star'' by Suede, released on 30 January 1995, on Nude Records. It is the first single to feature music by new guitarist Richard Oakes. Though the title track is written by Anderson and departed guitarist Bernard Butler, Oakes contributes on "Together" and "Bentswood Boys". The single reached No. 21 in the UK. The video for the title song was directed by Richard Heslop, and features the whole band playing in a crowded room surrounded by broken television sets and dilapidated furniture, while a group of children dance or sit around. "New Generation" was the only video from the "Dog Man Star" era where Richard Oakes 'mimes' Bernard Butler's guitar part. It is also notable for its sepia format. ''Music & Media'' wrote: "Brett Anderson, the Bowie of the new generation, excels with a glittering pop song. The voice is put nicely upfront in the production; horns are in the back under layers of guitar." Steve S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Movie
"The Movie" is the 54th episode of the sitcom ''Seinfeld''. It is the 14th episode of the fourth season, and first aired on January 6, 1993 on NBC. The episode revolves entirely around the characters' struggles to go to see a movie together. Plot Jerry has two stand-up acts scheduled for the same night; due to a delay in one of them, he cannot make both shows. A hopeful comedian, Buckles, hangs around to fill in when somebody drops out. Jerry agrees to lose his moment at the microphone, as he is meeting his friends to see a movie, ''CheckMate'', at 10:30. On his way to the movie theater, Jerry is grabbed by Buckles, who insists on sharing a taxicab. Buckles irritates Jerry by trying out a new comic routine. George has been chosen to buy the movie tickets. At the Paragon Theater, George joins the end of a queue. He taps the shoulder of the man in front of him, confirming that he does not have a ticket, which leads him to conclude he is in the line to purchase tickets. Elaine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
KBS Drama Awards
The KBS Drama Awards () is an awards ceremony presented by the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) for outstanding achievements in Korean dramas aired on its network. It is held annually on 31 December. The highest honor of the ceremony is the "Grand Prize" (), awarded to the best actor or actress of the year. Categories *Grand Prize (대상), ceremony's highest honor *Top Excellence in Acting Award (최우수상) *Excellence in Acting Award (우수상) *Best Supporting Actor/Actress (조연상) *Best New Actor/Actress (신인연기상) *Best Young Actor/Actress (청소년 연기상) *Best Actor/Actress in a One-Act/Special/Short Drama (단막극집상) *PD Award, given to the best actor or actress, as determined by PDs *Best Writer (작가상) *Special Award (특별상) *Achievement Award (공로상) *Popularity Award (인기상) *Netizen Award (네티즌상), given to the actor/actress with the most online votes on KBS' website *Best Couple Award (베스트 커플상), give ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Time In South Korea
South Korea has one time zone, Korea Standard Time ( UTC+09:00), which is abbreviated KST. South Korea currently does not observe daylight saving time, but experimented with it during the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. History In 1434, inventor Jang Yeong-sil developed Korea's first automatic water clock, which King Sejong adapted as Korea's standard timekeeper. It is likely that Koreans used water clocks to keep time prior to this invention, but no concrete records of them exist. In 1437, Jang Yeong-sil, with Jeong Cho, created a bowl-shaped sundial called the ''angbu ilgu'' (Hangul: 앙부일구), which King Sejong had placed in public so anyone could use it. Geographically, the western parts of Korea, including the South Korean capital city, Seoul, are UTC+08:00. In 1908, the Korean Empire adopted a standard time that was hours ahead of GMT, UTC+08:30. In 1912, during the Japanese occupation of Korea, the Governor-General of Korea changed standard time to UTC+09:00 to a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Operation
A black operation or black op is a covert or clandestine operation by a government agency, a military unit or a paramilitary organization; it can include activities by private companies or groups. Key features of a black operation are that it is secret and it is not attributable to the organization carrying it out. A single such activity may be called a black bag operation Black bag operations or black bag jobs are covert or clandestine entries into structures to obtain information for human intelligence operations. Some of the tactics, techniques, and procedures associated with black bag operations are lock p ...; that term is primarily used for covert or clandestine surreptitious entries into structures to obtain information for HUMINT, human intelligence operations. Such operations are known to have been carried out by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, Central Intelligence Agency, CIA, KGB, Mossad, Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, MI5, Australian Secret Intel ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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