At this year’s Cannes Film Festival, “Hope,” the new film by South Korean director Na Hong-jin, sparked a considerable reaction. Known for the crime thrillers “The Chaser” and “The Yellow Sea,” the filmmaker returned with a large-scale monster story that left audiences divided. Although the movie went home without awards, some praised it as an inventive take on creature features, a bold dismantling of familiar genre conventions, and a surprisingly sharp satire. Others criticized its excessive

The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly considering former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for the position of UN secretary-general. Orbán, widely known for his Russia-friendly views, was allegedly encouraged by the United States to enter the race. According to reports, the initiative came directly from the American side. A US State Department representative admitted that the proposal may initially sound unusual. However, based on preliminary contacts with Washington, Russia and