Korean animation 'Bad Girl: Run Hani' to hit theaters this October

The beloved Korean TV animation “Run Hani” will make its big-screen debut this October with its first official theatrical release “Bad Girl: Run Hani” (tentative title), marking the 40th anniversary of the original series. On Wednesday, the film’s distributor NEW said the animated feature based on cartoonist Lee Jin-joo's original comic "Run Hani” will be released in cinemas nationwide. The company also unveiled a special poster inspired by the Taegeukgi (national flag of Korea) in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Liberation Day, which falls on Friday. The image features the characters Aeri and Hani running boldly against the Korean national flag, symbolizing both nostalgia for a timeless story and pride in the nation’s history. The original comic and TV series follow Hani, a talented sprinter from a troubled background, whose strong will drives her forward alongside her devoted teacher and rival Aeri. In a twist that sets it apart from the original, the upcoming film places Aeri in the central role, NEW said. The narrative promises to reveal Aeri’s backstory andWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei Korea Times