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The Slingshot
''The Slingshot'' (; lit. "Story of a Man") is a 2009 South Korean television series starring Park Yong-ha, Park Si-yeon, Kim Kang-woo, Han Yeo-woon, Lee Phillip, and Park Ki-woong. It aired on KBS2 from April 6 to June 9, 2009 on Mondays and Tuesdays at 21:55 for 20 episodes. ''The Slingshot'' is about a wronged hero who gets himself thrown in jail, then formulates the ultimate plan for vengeance by enlisting the help of a few prison buddies to form a team, and beating the villain at his own game. It won Best Drama Series at the 2009 Seoul International Drama Awards. This was Park Yong-ha's last acting project before he committed suicide in June 2010. Plot In the blink of an eye, Kim Shin (Park Yong-ha) loses everything dear to him. His father's company goes bankrupt, his brother commits suicide, his girlfriend (Park Si-yeon) leaves him, and he himself ends up in jail for a crime he didn't commit. While in prison, Shin learns that all of this was brought about by corporation he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Action Film
Action film is a film genre in which the protagonist is thrust into a series of events that typically involve violence and physical feats. The genre tends to feature a mostly resourceful hero struggling against incredible odds, which include life-threatening situations, a dangerous villain, or a pursuit which usually concludes in victory for the hero. Advancements in computer-generated imagery (CGI) have made it cheaper and easier to create action sequences and other visual effects that required the efforts of professional stunt crews in the past. However, reactions to action films containing significant amounts of CGI have been mixed, as some films use CGI to create unrealistic, highly unbelievable events. While action has long been a recurring component in films, the "action film" genre began to develop in the 1970s along with the increase of stunts and special effects. This genre is closely associated with the thriller film, thriller and adventure film, adventure genres and ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Seoul International Drama Awards
Seoul International Drama Awards (), simply known as SDA, is an annual award ceremony based in Seoul, South Korea which honors excellence in television drama productions worldwide. Winners Grand prize (''Daesang'') Program Winners are given the "Golden Bird Prize," and runners-up the "Silver Bird Prize." Individual Outstanding Korean drama People's choice Special awards See also * List of Asian television awards * Shanghai Television Festival * International Drama Festival in Tokyo The International Drama Festival in Tokyo (国際ドラマフェスティバル in TOKYO), is an annual award show for excellence in television drama production based in Tokyo, Japan. It is organized by the International Drama Festival in Tokyo E ... References External links * {{South Korean television award shows Awards established in 2006 South Korean television awards Annual events in South Korea 2006 establishments in South Korea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tokyo Broadcasting System
formerly is a Japanese media and licensed broadcasting holding company. It is the parent company of the television network and radio network . It has a 28-affiliate television network called JNN (Japan News Network), as well as a 34-affiliate radio network called JRN (Japan Radio Network). TBS produced the game show ''Takeshi's Castle'' and has also broadcast the ''Ultra Series'' programs and '' Sasuke'' (''Ninja Warrior''), whose format would inspire similar programs outside Japan. TBS is a member of the Mitsui ''keiretsu'' and has substantial relations with The Mainichi Newspapers Co. despite the Mainichi's lack of shareholding. History * May 1951 - was founded in Kasumigaseki, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. * December 25, 1951 - KRT started radio broadcasting (1130 kHz, 50 kW, until July 1953) from Yurakucho, Chiyoda, Tokyo, and the frequency changed to 950 kHz. * April 1955 - KRT started TV broadcasting (JOKR-TV, Channel 6) from Akasaka-Hitotsukicho, M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
2009 KBS Drama Awards ...
The 2009 KBS Drama Awards () is a ceremony honoring the outstanding achievement in television on the Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) network for the year of 2009. It was held on December 31, 2009 and hosted by Tak Jae-hoon, Lee Da-hae and Kim So-yeon. Nominations and winners References External links *http://www.kbs.co.kr/drama/2009award/ {{KBS Drama Awards KBS Drama Awards KBS Drama Awards KBS Drama Awards KBS Drama Awards The KBS Drama Awards () is an awards ceremony presented by the Korean Broadcasting System The Korean Broadcasting System (KBS) () is the national broadcaster of South Korea. Founded in February 1927, it is one of the leading South Korean te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Choi Yoon-young
Choi Yoon-young (; born September 25, 1986) is a South Korean actress. She has notable roles in '' Seoyoung, My Daughter'', ''Passionate Love'', '' My Dear Cat'' and '' Designated Survivor: 60 Days'' among other works. Career After passing the 21st KBS actors' auditions in 2008, Choi began playing supporting roles in television series, notably in ''Bread, Love and Dreams'' (2010) and '' Seoyoung, My Daughter'' (2012). She then appeared twice on the big screen in 2012: in the short film "Endless Flight" in omnibus '' Horror Stories'', and the table tennis sports film '' As One''. In 2013, Choi played her first leading role in the four-episode romantic comedy series ''Like a Fairytale'', followed by ''The Greatest Thing in the World'' (a Chuseok special on single mothers and adoptees) and the melodrama ''Passionate Love''. In recent years, Choi became known among Korean telenovela audiences, having acted as the protagonist in several titles of the genre such as ''Enemies From ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Tae-im
Lee Tae-im (born September 2, 1986) is a South Korean actress. She graduated from Sunggwang Highschool and dropped out from Hanyang University, while majoring Theater and Film. She played the leading role in the series ''Don't Hesitate'' (2009), as well as supporting roles in the movies '' Days of Wrath'' (2013) and ''For the Emperor'' (2014). Controversies In March 2015, while filming the Korean TV show ''My Tutor Friend ''My Tutor Friend'' (; lit. "Tutoring a Student of the Same Age") is a 2003 South Korean romantic comedy film starring Kim Ha-neul and Kwon Sang-woo. Unglamorous Su-wan is a sophomore in college who gets hired to tutor rich troublemaker Ji-hoon, ...'' Lee Tae-im and Kim Ye-won had a fight, with Lee Tae-im reportedly swearing at Kim Ye-won. After the incident, Lee Tae-im claimed that Kim Ye-won initiated the fight by using informal speech to address her, as informal speech is considered rude to be used while addressing older people and seniors in Korean cul ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ahn Nae-sang
Ahn Nae-sang (born December 25, 1964) is a South Korean actor. He began his career on the stage, and in 1994 made his film debut in the Bong Joon-ho short film ''Baeksekin'' ("White Man" or "White-collar worker"), followed by Jang Sun-woo's ''Bad Movie'' in 1997. He has since starred in numerous films, with supporting roles in Lee Chang-dong's ''Oasis'' and ''Poetry'', and a leading role in ''Hoichori'' ("Cane"). He also appears in television series, notably ''Conspiracy in the Court'', ''First Wives' Club'', '' Three Brothers'', '' High Kick: Revenge of the Short Legged'', and ''The Light in Your Eyes''. Filmography Film Television series Web show Variety show *NSA 수사대 (jTBC, 2013) *''Delicious Story'' (SBS, 2007) Theater *''If I Am with You'' (너와 함께라면, 2012) *''A Midsummer Night's Dream'' (2009) *''Dandelion Becomes Wind'' (민들레 바람되어, 2009) *''Liar'' Awards *2017 SBS Drama Awards: Excellence Award, Actor in a Daily/Weekend Drama ('' Band ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bang Eun-hee
Bang Eun-hee (born Bang Min-seo on May 7, 1967) is a South Korean actress. Bang made her acting debut in 1988, and rose to fame after being cast as the lead actress in Im Kwon-taek's ''General's Son'' (1990). She has starred in films and television dramas such as ''The Day a Pig Fell into the Well'' (1996), '' No. 3'' (1997), ''3PM Paradise Bath House'' (1997), ''Shadows of an Old Love'' (1998), ''Legend of Hyang Dan'' (2007), ''Daebak Life'' (2008), and '' All My Love'' (2010). Bang married Kim Nam-hee, founder and CEO of NH Media NH Media (also known as NHemg) (, NH stands for Nam Hee) is a South Korean entertainment agency founded in 1998 by Kim Nam-hee. In May 2016, Signal Entertainment Group acquired 50% of the company. Former artists * UN (2000–2005) * Paran (2 ..., on September 9, 2010. As of 2016, she is now represented by the agency. Filmography Film Television series Radio program Theater Awards and nominations References External ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Byung-joon
Lee Byung-joon (; born January 27, 1964) is a South Korean actor. Active in film, television and theater since 1985, Lee is best known for his supporting roles in ''A Bloody Aria'' (2006), '' Highway Star'' (2007), and ''Eye for an Eye'' (2008). On TV, he appeared in the sitcoms ''Kokkiri (Elephant)'' (2008), ''Oh My God'' (2011) and ''Salamander Guru and The Shadows'' (2012), as well as the dramas '' Secret Garden'' (2010) and ''Dream High'' (2011). Filmography Film *''The Eternal Empire'' (1995) *''Sunset Into the Neon Lights'' (1995) *''Mugoonghwa - Korean National Flower'' (1995) *''Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005) '' *''A Bloody Aria'' (2006) *''Dasepo Naughty Girls'' (2006) *''Good Night'' (short film, 2007) *'' Highway Star'' (2007) *''Eye for an Eye'' (2008) *''City of Fathers'' (2009) ( cameo) *'' Le Grand Chef 2: Kimchi Battle'' (2010) *''Man of Vendetta'' (2010) *''Earth Rep Rolling Stars'' (animated, 2011) *''Perfect Game'' (2011) ( cameo) *'' Never Ending Story'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Choi Ji-na
Choi Ji-na (born May 17, 1975) is a South Korean actress. She made her acting debut in 1995, and became best known as a supporting actress in television dramas, notably ''My Rosy Life'' (2005), ''A Happy Woman'' (2008), and '' My Too Perfect Sons'' (2009). In 2005, Choi received a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Korean Film Awards for her portrayal of a shaman in ''Blood Rain Blood rain is a phenomenon where blood is perceived to fall from the sky in the form of rain. Blood Rain may also refer to: * ''Blood Rain'' (film), a 2005 thriller film * ''Blood Rain'' (novel), a 1999 crime novel See also *''BloodRayne'', a ...''. Filmography Television series Film Theater Awards and nominations References External links * * * * 1975 births Living people South Korean television actresses South Korean film actresses South Korean stage actresses Place of birth missing (living people) {{Korea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Mi-kyung
Kim Mi-kyung (born October 14, 1963) is a South Korean actress. She is most active as a supporting actress in television dramas. Kim has been a member of the ''Yeonwoo Mudae'' theater company since 1985. Filmography Television series Web series Film Theater Awards and nominations References External links * Kim Mi-kyungat Popeye Entertainment * * * 1963 births Living people South Korean television actresses South Korean film actresses {{Korea-actor-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kim Roi-ha
Kim Roi-ha (born November 15, 1965) is a South Korean actor. Notable roles include a detective in ''Memories of Murder'' (2003), and a gangster in ''A Bittersweet Life'' (2005). Kim won Best Actor at the 2001 Dong-A Theatre Awards for his portrayal of Yeonsangun of Joseon in the stage play ''Yi''. He reprised the role in 2010. Personal life Kim married actress Park Yoon-kyung on September 10, 2006 at the Park Eul-bok Embroidery Museum in Ui-dong, Seoul. Filmography Film *'' Default'' (2018) *'' The Stone'' (2014) *''Monster'' (2014) *''Doomsday Book'' (2012) *''Hindsight'' (2011) *''A Little Pond'' (2010) *''Where is Jung Seung-pil'' (2009) *''Dachimawa Lee'' (2008) *''Life Is Cool'' (2008) ( cameo) *''Radio Dayz'' (2008) *'' Wide Awake'' (2007) *''Magang Hotel'' (2007) *'' The Host'' (2006) *''Detective Mr. Gong'' (2006) *''Forbidden Quest'' (2006) *''A Bittersweet Life'' (2005) *''Father and Son: The Story of Mencius'' (2004) *''Memories of Murder'' (2003) *''Sa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
