Jae-rim Han’s ‘Emergency Declaration’ Sticks the Landing

August 13, 2022August 15, 2022 Laura Sirikul

When a pilot declares an “emergency declaration,” everything is given priority to that plane as it is in the most imminent danger. All other planes are rerouted or grounded as resources are then directed to that plane until it can land safely. It is the first note to be shown in Jae-rim Han’s new film Emergency Declaration to establish the importance of this statement by the pilot.

Sci Fi, Streaming

Director Kim Jee-woon Says ‘Dr. Brain’ is Based on Science

November 3, 2021November 3, 2021 Laura Sirikul

Directed by acclaimed visionary Kim Jee-woon and based on the popular Korean webtoon Hongjacga, Dr. Brain follows a brilliant neuroscientist Sewon (Lee Sun-kyun) who suffers a personal tragedy when his family falls victim to a mysterious accident.

Fandom, Fashion, Music

BTS x McDonald’s Dropping ANOTHER New Collab TODAY

June 16, 2021June 16, 2021 Laura Sirikul

Just when you thought BTS and McDonald’s was done with their merchandise collaboration, they decided to drop a whole new collection for fans to fight over on WeVerse!

The two new collections, which one is appropriately called the “Saucy Collection” features characters hand-drawn by BTS themselves. It’s not like their BT21 characters. No. These characters are based on McDonald’s menu and are so adorable. I want them all.

Conventions, Video Games

SK Telecom Set to Participate in E3 2021 For the First Time

June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 Jamal Michel

SK Telecom (SKT) will be participating as the first ever South Korean telecom company at this year’s E3 to stake its claim in the global video game market. With its participation in the world’s biggest game exhibition, it will be presenting Anvil, Little Witch in the Woods, and NEOVERSE, and plans to actively support South Korean game markets.

Fashion, Music

The BTS x McDonald’s Collab is the Most Genius Idea Ever: How Brands are Utilizing BTS’ Global Power

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021 Laura Sirikul

With the release of BTS’ new hit song Butter, it makes sense for McDonald’s to jump at the chance of a collaboration since we know McDonald’s isn’t the healthiest option for our cholesterol. But, to have one of the biggest global phenomenons team up with a global food brand is genius marketing for McDonald’s.

Fashion, Music

The BTS Meal is Finally Here: Take a Peek at the Merch

May 26, 2021June 11, 2021 Laura Sirikul

BTS Meal Day is HERE!!!

The anticipated BTS and McDonald’s collaboration is now at your local McDonald’s. You can order the BTS Meal, which consists of a 10-piece chicken nugget meal with French fries and a drink, along with two special sauces — Cajun and Sweet Chili. Get your scrapbooks ready for the BTS labels that are placed on the meal.

Comics, Reviews

‘Made In Korea’ Review: Parents By Proxy

May 26, 2021May 26, 2021 Adonis Gonzalez

Every so often there comes a comic that manages to pique my interest almost instantly. A book that catches my eye before I’m even finished with the first panel, let alone the first page.

That’s the case with Made in Korea, a new six-issue limited series written by Jeremy Holt and George Shall.

Music, News1 Comment

McDonald’s and K-Pop Superstars Partner to Form Special BTS Meal

April 19, 2021April 19, 2021 Laura Sirikul

In what is the greatest idea that McDonald’s has ever done, besides the McRib, is finally happening. McDonald’s has announced they are teaming up with one of the biggest icons in the world — BTS.

McDonald’s are creating a one-of-a-king “tour” which kicks off on May 26 in the U.S. where fans can enjoy the BTS meal at participating restaurants worldwide. The BTS meal consists of the group’s favorite item from McDonald’s — 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, medium World Famous Fries®, medium Coke®, and for the first time ever in the U.S., Sweet Chili and Cajun dipping sauces inspired by popular recipes from McDonald’s South Korea.

Horror, Movies, Reviews, Streaming

‘Alive’ Is a Banger of a Zombie Movie You Didn’t Know You Needed

September 10, 2020November 5, 2021 Jamal Michel

I am a stickler for zombie films. I just try to do right by George A. Romero, rest his soul. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead, as well as Zack Snyder’s remake, hold an incredibly important place in my zombie infested heart. I think a filmmaker who endeavors to shoot a zombie flick is only as good as the fear they can induce with scenes shot during the day. Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later should be at the top of all of our lists for the kind of anxiety inducing scenes Cillian Murphy so masterfully carried us through.

Books, Comics

A Conversation with ‘Almost American Girl’ Robin Ha

February 23, 2020February 23, 2020 Swara Salih

Moving as an adolescent, especially moving to another country, is hard. Being forced to move, and unknowingly doing so only to realize later your life has changed, is severely difficult, but can also be fortifying. Writer and cartoonist Robin Ha knows that latter experience all too well, relaying it at Washington DC’s Fantom Comics, speaking with The Nerds of Color EIC Keith Chow about her new graphic memoir, Almost American Girl, this past February 8.

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DC Comics, Hard N.O.C. Life, Movies

Hard NOC Life: ‘Birds of Prey’ and a Fantabulous Night at the Oscars

February 10, 2020February 10, 2020 Hard NOC Media

On a brand new episode of Hard NOC Life, Dominic and Keith celebrate the best DC movie ever made, Birds of Prey (that’s right, we said it!)

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Movies, Reviews

Make a Plan to Get ‘Parasite’ on Blu-ray

January 28, 2020January 29, 2020 Keith Chow

Bong Joon-Ho’s latest cinema classic, Parasite, has been dominating Awards season — starting last summer when it won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Now in time for its potential historic showing at the Academy Awards, Parasite is now available to own on blu-ray and DVD via Universal Pictures and NEON. And don’t forget we’re giving away copies of the blu-ray!

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Movies

Glory to the Holy ‘Parasite’ Blu-ray Giveaway

January 24, 2020January 24, 2020 The Nerds of Color

In the midst of a historic run through Award Season — including a win for best ensemble cast at the Screen Actors Guild Awards — Parasite finally comes to home video via Universal Pictures and NEON. And we’ve got copies of the blu-ray that we’re giving away!

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Podcasts

Southern Fried Asian: Robin Ha

July 18, 2018July 18, 2018 Southern Fried Asian

Southern Fried Asian with comic book illustrator and the creator of the bestselling graphic novel cookbook Cook Korean, Robin Ha.

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Movies, Reviews, Sci Fi1 Comment

The Happy Hour Review: Colossal is Basically White Feminism

May 9, 2017September 8, 2019 Ren Hsieh

I watch, I drink, I spit hot fire. Yup, you guessed it, spoilers ahead.

Colossal checked off a lot of boxes for what I would theoretically enjoy in a movie. Directed by Nacho Vigalondo, it is often funny, surprisingly dark, and an inventive new take on kaiju movies. I like all those things. The lead, Gloria, is easy to root for as played by star Anne Hathaway. And Jason Sudeikis impresses as Gloria’s friend and eventual foil, Oscar. For about half of the movie, I found this all very enjoyable.

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Art, Comics, It's a Draw

It’s a Draw with Natalie Kim and Robin Ha

January 28, 2014August 22, 2014 Natalie Kim

How do the best comedians and cartoonists do what they do? Check out our new twice-weekly collaboration with Natalie Kim to find out!

Today Natalie sits down and draws with her partner on the “Ching Shih: Queen of Pirates” story in Shattered: The Asian American Comics Anthology, the independent comics master Robin Ha to discuss how Alabama and Seoul, Korea are actually not that different!

Check out the episode after the jump!

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Art, Music, Strength in NUMBERS3 Comments

EXCLUSIVE: Strength in NUMBERS Featuring TASHA aka YOON MI-RAE by Jamie Noguchi

October 15, 2013February 17, 2014 The Nerds of Color

For the latest Strength in NUMBERS alternate album cover, artist Jamie Noguchi is back for a one-of-a-kind illustration of a truly global superstar who represents the Dirty South (both Texas and Korea): TASHA aka YOON MI-RAE. After the jump, download a high-resolution jpeg of the latest Strength in NUMBERS “variant” album cover. Just right-click on the image and save.

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