The Korean Wave 2006 - Korean Cultural Service

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The New York Times introduced many Korean films with deep
insights prior to their theatrical releases in the U.S. For example,
with “The Host” and “The King and the Clown”. The Times not
Mo v i e s only explained the films but also examined the Korean society.
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2006 is the year when The New York Times started to highlight
Korean Popstars along with Korean Classical Musicians. Prior to
2006, The New York Times articles mainly focused on Classical
Musicians of Korea.
2006 was a milestone year for contemporary Korean artists, a
couple of whom received remarkably positive attention from the
f i n eAr t American press for exhibitions held in New York.
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The New York Times covered various aspects of the graceful
movements in traditional to contemporary Korean dance. Also The
New York Times reviewed favorably the works of Korean female
playwrights, whose works spotlight the life of Korean-Americans and
their cultural deviations in the U.S.
The New York Times has focused on the rising popularity
of Korean food, reviewing numerous Korean cuisines, from
traditional styles of seasonal dishes to modern foods that can be
Fo o d tasted in New York.
Since January of 2006, The New York Times has published
numerous in-depth articles focusing on the influence and diversity
&Mo r e of Korean culture and “Hallyu” or “Korean Wave” in Asia.
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