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  • 25+ Korean Dramas & Movies from Netflix You’d Wanna Watch This 2023

    Through the years, Netflix has delivered some of the K-dramas and movies that became fan favorites, streaming titles like Crash Landing On You and It’s Okay Not to Be Okay and rolling out originals such as the hit thriller Squid Game and the zombie series Kingdom.

    This 2023, Netflix will continue to release a diverse lineup of Korean TV series and films including new content, as well as new seasons for Korean titles that we’ve grown to love! Below are the K-dramas and movies you’d want to watch out for on Netflix this year!

    JUNG_E (Film)

    Streaming on January 20
    Directed by Yeon Sang-ho
    Written by Yeon Sang-ho
    Starring Kang Soo-youn, Kim Hyun-joo, Ryu Kyung-soo 

    In a desolated Earth that has become inhabitable due to climate change, the legendary mercenary JUNG_E has been cloned into a robot in order to protect the remaining humans.

    Love to Hate You (Series)

    Streaming on February 10
    Directed by Kim Jeong-kwon
    Written by Choi Soo-young
    Starring Kim Ok-vin, Yoo Teo, Kim Ji-hun, Go Won-hee

    This romantic comedy follows a woman who hates losing to men and a man who has a deep mistrust of women. When these two individuals get involved in a hostile encounter, they would share a journey that would turn their beliefs upside down and lead them to romance.

    Unlocked (Film)

    Streaming on February 17
    Directed by Kim Tae Joon
    Written by Kim Tae Joon
    Cast Yim Si Wan, Chun Woo Hee, Kim Hie Won

    A woman’s life is upended after she loses her phone, and a hacker uses all of her information to commit horrible crimes.

    Unlocked
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    The Glory Part 2 (Series)

    Streaming in March
    Directed by An Gil-ho
    Written by Kim Eun-sook
    Starring Song Hye-kyo, Lee Do-hyun, Lim Ji-yeon, Yeom Hye-ran, Park Sung-hoon, Jung Sung-il 

    The new revenge thriller The Glory resumes, following a woman who was a victim of school violence, and has dedicated herself to executing a meticulous web of vengeance against the people who have wronged her.

    Kill Boksoon (Film)

    Streaming on Q1 of 2023
    Directed by Byun Sung-hyun
    Written by Byun Sung-hyun
    Casting Jeon Do-yeon, Sul Kyung-gu, Kim Si-a, Esom, Koo Kyo-hwan, etc.

    Boksoon, a mother of a teenage daughter lives a double life as a professional killer at the top-tier killing agency MK.

    Kill Boksoon
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Bloodhounds (Series)

    Streaming on Q2 of 2023
    Directed by Kim Joo-hwan
    Written by Kim Joo-hwan
    Starring Woo Do-hwan, Lee Sang-yi, Park Sung-woong, Heo Jun-ho

    Two young people who first meet each other in a boxing match must work together to survive the vicious world of loan sharks.

    Bloodhounds
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Celebrity (Series)

    Streaming on Q2 of 2023
    Directed by Kim Cheol-kyu
    Written by Kim Yi-young
    Starring Park Gyu-young, Kang Min-hyuk, Lee Dong-gun, Jun Hyo-seong

    Seo A-ri becomes a celebrity overnight and discovers the reality behind the glamorous and competitive world of fame.

    Celebrity
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Queenmaker (Series)

    Streaming on Q2 of 2023
    Directed by Oh Jin-seok
    Written by Moon Ji-young
    Starring Kim Hee-ae, Moon So-ri, Ryu Soo-young, Seo Yi-sook

    Queenmaker follows the PR genius Hwang Do-hee, who must use her talents to get the human rights lawyer Oh Kyung-sook elected as the mayor of Seoul.

    Queenmaker
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    Black Knight (Series)

    Streaming on Q2 of 2023
    Directed by Cho Ui-seok
    Written by Cho Ui-seok
    Starring Kim Woo-bin, Song Seung-heon, Kang You-seok, Esom 

    This series is set in 2071 where people wear respirator masks to breathe due to extreme air pollution. It follows the legendary deliveryman “5-8” and the refugee Sa-wol who dreams of following 5-8’s footsteps.

    Blackl Knight
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

    A Time Called You (Series)

    Streaming on Q3 of 2023
    Directed by Kim Jin-won
    Written by Choi Hyo-bi
    Starring Ahn Hyo-seop, Jeon Yeo-been, Kang Hoon 

    Jun-hee whose boyfriend passed away a year ago, travels back in time to 1998 and meets Si-heon, a guy who looks identical to her boyfriend.

    A Time Called You
    Photo courtesy of Netflix

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  • 10 Shows and Films Coming to Netflix This January 2023

    Since its arrival here in the Philippines, Netflix has been continuously bringing us great content to stream on our favorite devices. Whether it’s a compelling drama with interesting characters, a thrilling title that keeps us on the edge of our seats, comedies that give us our much-needed dose of laughter, or just anything that keeps us entertained on the couch or on the go, we surely can count on the streaming service’s rich library of shows and movies.

    If you’re always on the lookout for Netflix’s latest releases, then look no further! We’ve listed down ten shows and films to anticipate and add to your watchlist this month of January!

    The Way of the House Husband, Season 2 (Series)

    January 1 | Stream it here

    The comedy anime series is back to follow the legendary former yakuza Tatsu as he lives the life of a househusband.

    The Way of the Househusband

    Kaleidoscope (Series)

    January 1 | Stream it here

    A mastermind and his crew attempt to pull off a $7 billion heist, but the plan is compromised by greed and betrayal.

    Sitsit (Film)

    January 6

    This 2-part movie follows an aging photographer who uses a potion to turn into a young and handsome man to attract the woman he likes, and a woman who adopts a stray dog that transforms into an aswang.

    The Pale Blue Eye (Film)

    January 6 | Stream it here

    Starring Christian Bale, this new film follows a detective who hires Edgar Allan Poe to help solve a gruesome murder.

    Vikings: Valhalla, Season 2 (Series)

    January 12 | Stream it here

    Freydis, Leif, and Harald scatter to places beyond the fjords of Scandinavia in search of more power and more territories to conquer.

    That ‘90s Show (Series)

    January 19 | Stream it here

    It’s 1995, and Eric and Donna’s daughter, Leia Forman, visits her grandparents at Point Place and meets the new generation of kids in the neighborhood.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOpoPPIRtdQ

    Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre (Series)

    January 19 | Stream it here

    This animated horror series tells some of the most disturbing and bizarre tales from the horror manga master Junji Ito.

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    Record of Ragnarok, Season 2 (Series)

    January 26 | Stream it here

    In the second season of Record of Ragnarok, the battle between gods and the remarkable humans in our history resumes to decide the fate of humanity. In the next round, Jack the Ripper faces the righteous god Heracles.

    You People (Film)

    January 27 | Stream it here

    This comedy film starring Jonah Hill and Eddie Murphy, follows a couple who must face society’s expectations and seek their families’ approval.

    Lockwood & Co. (Series)

    January 27 | Stream it here

    A girl who has psychic abilities teams up with two gifted teenage boys to fight ghosts in London.

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  • 10 Award-Winning Filipino Movies on Netflix You Should Have Watched by Now

    Through recent years, Netflix‘s library of Filipino movies has grown significantly, with the streaming giant even helping local filmmakers to produce and put out their films for audiences in the Philippines and beyond. As such, the platform now has a great selection of movies across different genres. But if your choice of what films to watch is highly influenced by their awards and critics’ reviews, then this list is for you!

    We’ve rounded up the Filipino movies on Netflix that have received positive praises and recognition from award-giving bodies. Check them out below:

    Pan De Salawal (The Sweet Taste of Salted Bread and Undies)

    Aside from winning four awards at the Cinemalaya Film Festival 2018, Pan De Salawal also won the Best Film and Best Screenplay awards in the Low Budget Category of Spain’s Calella Film Festival. It tells the story of the homeless girl Aguy who wears underwear over her head, and her newfound friend, the baker Sal who suffers from a kidney ailment. Watch Pan De Salawal on Netflix.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2XNSWSK1ZuA

    Fan Girl

    Antoinette Jadaone’s Fan Girl swept 9 awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival 2020, including the Best Picture, Best Director, Best Lead Actor, and Best Lead Actress awards. Starring Charlie Dizon and Paulo Avelino, the film revolves around a teenage girl who gets to spend a night with her celebrity crush, but would soon discover the dark reality behind the revered star. Watch Fan Girl on Netflix.

    Lola Igna

    Lola Igna bagged four awards at the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019, including Best Film and Best Screenplay. The movie tells the story of the 118-year-old, grumpy old woman Igna who suddenly becomes a celebrity when she becomes eligible for the record of being “The Oldest Living Grandmother in the World.” This also brings her closer to her great-great-grandchild, softening her grumpy facade. Watch Lola Igna on Netflix.

    Pamilya Ordinaryo (Ordinary People)

    Aside from bagging multiple awards at the Cinemalaya Film Festival 2016, including Best Film, Best Actress, and Best Director, the film also went on to receive a Gawad Urian Award as well as more prizes overseas. The film follows a dirt-poor, teenage couple in Manila who desperately scours the gritty city to find their kidnapped baby. Watch Pamilya Ordinary on Netflix.

    BuyBust

    BuyBust won Best Picture and three more prizes at the 2019 Gawad Urian Awards. Erik Matti’s action flick with social commentary follows the PDEA agent Nina Manigan and her squad as they go on a mission to infiltrate the heart of Manila’s dangerous slums and capture a high-profile drug lord. But the mission goes south and Nina finds herself in a bloody fight for survival against brutal drug gangs and bloodthirsty citizens seeking for vengeance. Watch BuyBust on Netflix.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33XZIrH2Hk8

    Birdshot

    Mikhail Red’s Birdshot won the Critics’ Choice Award at the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2017, and also took home prizes from the Tokyo International Film Festival and ASEAN Film Awards. The film follows the teenage farm girl who mistakenly shoots down an endangered Philippine Eagle. As authorities investigate the incident, a more horrific crime comes to light. Watch Birdshot on Netflix.

    Hintayan Ng Langit (Heaven’s Waiting)

    Taking home two awards at the QCinema International Film Festival back in 2018, Hintayan ng Langit stars the late Eddie Garcia opposite Gina Pareño. Set in purgatory which looks just like a hotel, the film follows Lisang who had been overstaying there for years because of her bad behavior. Soon, her ex-boyfriend finally arrives, annoying her as they were forced to share a room together. Watch Hintayan ng Langit on Netflix.

    Kalel, 15

    This film bagged awards from the Asian Film Festival 2020, Gawad Urian Awards 2020, FAMAS Awards 2019, and more. It tells the story of Kalel, a teenage Catholic boy who has a troubled parentage. When he is diagnosed with HIV, Kalel’s world proceeds to fall apart when his mother leaves him while his sister stays with her junkie boyfriend. He then meets with his father, who gives him money so he could live on his own, but Kalel had other plans. Watch Kalel, 15 on Netflix.

    Iska

    Iska bagged awards at the 2019 Cinemalaya festival, as well as prizes from multiple local and international award-giving bodies. The film follows Iska, an employee at one of UP’s photocopying centers, who faces the challenges of life head-on to provide for her autistic grandson. Watch Iska on Netflix.

    Kung Paano Hinihintay and Dapithapon (Waiting for Sunset)

    This film swept five awards at the Cinemalaya Film Festival in 2018 including Best Film and Best Screenplay. The movie is about an old unmarried couple, whose monotonous lives are shaken when the woman’s estranged husband reaches out, asking for forgiveness and reconciliation. Watch Kung Paano Hinihintay and Dapithapon on Netflix.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLZ07NWc2rs

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