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 The Barbie doll, first created in the 1950s by Mattel's Ruth and Elliot Handler couple, has become an icon for nearly 70 years. Its appearance is a signature feature of Barbie dolls, with long blonde hair, blue eyes, and a slim waist. The doll's popularity has grown over time, with various versions being released since then, including the astronaut Barbie in 1961, black Barbie in 1980, and Andy Warhol's pop art Barbie in 1986.

'Barbie' movie stills that have been officially released. Warner Brothers Korea Co., Ltd. provided the image.

The movie 'Barbie', directed by Greta Gerwig, will be released in Korea on the 19th. The film follows Margot Robbie, who lives in 'Barbie Land' where she can become anything she wants, discovering a crack in the portal connected to the real world, and 'Ken' (Ryan Gosling) and an unexpected journey to solve it. 

The movie also stars Ryan Gosling, who has shown three-dimensional acting in movies like 'Babylon', 'Suicide Squad', and 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'.

The Barbie doll has faced numerous controversies since its birth in 1958, with the appearance of a typical Barbie being an unrealistic figure of 50kg and 36-18-33 for a 175cm tall adult. This has led to criticism for causing social problems at the time. 

In 'Talking Barbie', the character Ken, played by Ryan Gosling, was established in the early 1960s by the publication of a novel with a Barbie doll as the main character.

However, there have been films that have changed the appearance of Barbie dolls to match the current trend. For example, 'Toy Story 3' revealed the full-fledged existence of Barbie dolls, with Barbie dolls appearing as independent characters alongside Ken. 

The story revolves around Andy, who accidentally sends all his toys, including Woody and Buzz, to Sunnyside, where they are gathered and ruled by a tyrant named Lasso.

In 'Barbie,' director Greta Gerwig has drawn women who have expanded themselves without conforming to the framework of the world through her films 'Lady Bird' (2018) and 'Little Women' (2020). Christine, the main character, shows an attitude of trying to live as a lady bird that she built herself.

Greta Gerwig expressed her desire to portray "Barbie in many ways" through 'Barbie', highlighting the process of Barbie going from Barbie Land, a recreation of the 1950s, to the real world due to a cracked portal. 

The film's portrayal of Barbie in the real world is expected to be reborn with the touch of Greta Gerwig.

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'Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning PART ONE', directed by Christopher Macquarie, has recorded the highest pre-order rate of 56.7% two days before its release.

 The movie has exceeded the sales of 'Mission: Impossible: Fallout' and 'Top Gun: Maverick', and has exceeded the period reservations of Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3'. The film also has a 99% Rotten Tomato Freshness Index, showing a reverse run from the previous 98%. 

The film is a precarious confrontation between tasks and missions, focusing on the fate of the team as 'Ethan Hunt' and the IMF team face a mysterious enemy. The film is expected to revive the theater district and open the door to the summer theater district.

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 One Man, a chase mystery film based on Keiichiro Hirano's novel, is set to release in Korea on August 30. 

The film follows the false life of 'X', a man whose identity is unclear when it is revealed that his deceased husband's name and past belonged to someone else. Director Kei Ishikawa, known for his debut film 'Wuhaenglog: Record of a Fool' (2019), is responsible for directing. 

The film has received rave reviews for its immersive story, brilliant performances, and high-quality directing. It has swept eight categories, including the Best Picture Award at the Japanese Academy Awards, and maintains a 100% freshness index on Rotten Tomatoes.

The launch poster features a mysterious man and a well-made suspense with chilling questions about love and identity. 

The film has received positive reviews from overseas reviewers, including "Introspection on the ambiguous boundary between love and death, truth and lies."

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 The movie 'Barbie', set to release on July 19th, is set to embody the signature color of pink in 'Barbie Land', a world where everything is done and the perfect 'Barbie' living in it. 

Barbie will be available on July 19 (Image credit: Warner Bros. Seoul Co., Ltd.

Director Greta Gerwig and art director Sarah Greenwood spent significant time researching and examining pink elements to create a colorful and beautifully crafted film. The set and production were executed with the best production crew, emphasizing the importance of a happy atmosphere in the film. 

The use of stage-only paint, including fluorescent pink and pale pastel pink, was also used to create a unique feeling and visuals. Pink paint was used for props and structures, including costumes, slides, kitchens, and dressing rooms.

The movie's delicate directing and the use of pink tones create a world beyond imagination, with 'Barbie' discovering a crack in the portal connected to the real world and 'Ken' solving it. The film depicts the unfolding story while going on an unexpected journey. 

The movie is scheduled to be released in Korea on July 19th.

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Choi Seung-hyun, who left Big Bang, has transitioned from retirement to acting by appearing in the "Squid Game" sequel on Netflix.

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The movie stars Park Kyu-young, Cho Yuri, Kang Ae-sim, Lee David, Lee Jin-wook, Choi Seung-hyun, Noh Jae-won, and Won Jian and had the largest cumulative viewership in Netflix history.

 In addition to making his music industry debut in 2006, Choi Seung-hyun also pursued acting, making appearances in dramas like "I Am Sam" and "Iris" as well as movies like "Into the Fire," "Alumni," and "Tazza: Hand of God." 

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He was found guilty of using marijuana four times while working as a conscripted police officer in 2017 and received a sentence of 10 months in jail and two years on probation. 

Later, he finished his employment as a social worker.

Choi Seung-hyun, who left Big Bang last year, has turned into a businessman and participated in the first civilian lunar flight project, 'Dieo Moon.' 

He recently posted a video of himself working on a beat, revealing an image of an album. He also appeared on the VIP premiere of the movie "Emergency Declaration" starring Lee Byung-hun last year, which has been interpreted as a comeback signal.

 Choi Seung-hyun's comeback as an actor marks the first in nine years since the 2014 movie 'Tazza: Hand of God' and the 2017 Chinese drama 'Ah Sang, Ah Annie'. He has been taking unpredictable steps, such as becoming a singer, a wine entrepreneur, joining a private flight project, working on an album, and returning as an actor. 

His career has been characterized by a free spirit, but it seems to have changed in front of 'Squid Game 2'.

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 Sin City 3 has surpassed 10 million viewers, marking a significant milestone in box office history.

 The action thriller series follows the crime eradication of irreplaceable monster detective Ma Seok-do (Ma Dong-seok), who has only reached 10 million viewers in a row with 'Along with the Gods' and 'Criminal City'. Ma Dong-seok, who led three films as a pillar of 'Criminal City,' expressed his gratitude for the production team, staff, actors, investment, publicity, and marketing. 

He expressed his desire to present a more developed Crime City series to give energy and joy to those struggling in their respective positions. Lee Jun-hyeok, who played the main villain in 'Criminal City 3,' expressed gratitude for the passion of the 10 million audience, fans, neighbors, Ma Dong-seok, the director, and other actors.

Lee Jun-hyeok expressed his desire to share memories of movies with many people and wish he could be with the movie-loving audience again at the theater.

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