Question and Answer: You ask, Tom answers

Question: I heard you will be releasing Be Strong Geumsoon. I know it's like 150 or 160 episodes, but each episode is only a half hour. Will you release it in one set? Or in multiple sets? 

Answer: Thank you for your question. I am really excited about our upcoming release of "Be Strong Geum-Soon." I wanted to release it back in early 2006. But because of various reasons, we weren't able to make it happen. After our release of "Jumong" last year, there has been a renewed interest in Han Hye Jin (the main actress in "Be Strong Geum-Soon" and the leading lady in "Jumong"). "Be Strong Geum-Soon" is a charming "family drama" that offers a lot of comfort, hope, and laughs. "Be Strong Geum-Soon" has 163 episodes, and each episode is roughly 30 minutes in length. So our current plan is to release it in four volumes, with each volume containing about 20 - 21 hours of programming.  

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Top Star Rain Joins WMA in Hollywood
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Singer and actor Rain (Full House) is set to launch his career in the United States. He recently signed a contract with William Morris Agency in Hollywood. Rain's management agency commented it has decided to join hands with internationally renowned WMA.

The two agencies will hold a press conference at Lotte Hotel in Seoul. The press conference will be attended by officials from WMA and Warner Brothers and formally announce Rain's activities in the United States, including the opening of film 'Speed Racer' featuring Rain.

WMA boasts a 100-year-old history, helping legends such as Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe rise to stardom. It has also discovered actors, writers and directors that eventually starred in Hollywood blockbuster films including 'Spiderman 3', 'X-Men' and 'Kill Bill'. In addition, the agency produced and distributed popular TV shows including '24', 'Lost' and 'American Idol'. International stars Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, Alicia Keys and Eminem also belong to the WMA.

Actor Daniel Henney will co-star with Hugh Jackman in 'X-Men Origins: Wolverine.'

20th Century Fox Korea said Daniel Henney has been cast as 'Agent Zero' for the 'Weapon X' program. Agent Zero is a mysterious character who has the ability to control electricity.

'X-Men Origins' is a prequel to the existing X-Men films, introducing how Wolverine was created as well as exploring his violent and romantic past and his relationship with Sabretooth. The film also introduces in detail the 'Weapon X' program.

Director Gavin Hood, who received the 2005 Academy Award for Best Foreign Film for 'Tsotsi,' is directing the film which is currently being shot in New Zealand.

DVD Review: Super Rookie
"an unexpected pleasure" John Sinnott, DVD Talk

I first heard of Korean TV dramas a couple of years ago. While I've only read good things about them, I knew they often involved love triangles and unrequited emotions, which sounded too melodramatic for my tastes. When DVDTalk reviewer Jeffrey Robinson reviewed a few series and raved about them however, (including Jumong and Dae Jang Geum) I decided to see what all the fuss was about. Which brings me to Super Rookie, my first K-Drama. I was expecting a mildly enjoyable program, but this 20-episode series knocked me off my feet. Filled with well defined and fleshed out characters and one of the most engaging story lines I've seen in a while, this was an unexpected pleasure. (READ MORE)

Now Available at Scarecrow Video! 

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In the Korean TV Drama "Super Rookie", what was the name of the company that accidently gave a job to Kang Ho (Eric Mun)?

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