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[Asia Economy Reporter Seulgina Jo] On the 25th, Christmas Day, the online video service (OTT) Wavve released a 'Christmas Recommendation' list for homebodies and others to enjoy the holiday more joyfully. Wavve monthly subscribers can use it unlimitedly without additional payment (except for individual purchase of 'Tenet'). Also, until this day, Wavve is offering 11 Christmas-related movies such as 'La La Land,' 'Carol,' and 'Her' for free.

◆ Overseas Dramas Based on Original Novels, Guaranteed Artistic Quality

1) Looking for Alaska

Do you remember the original novel of the work that rose together with the movie 'The Fault in Our Stars,' which delivered a gentle emotion? The debut novel by 'John Green,' the author of this bestseller, has been reborn as the drama 'Looking for Alaska.' John Green, a master of high-teen sensibility, presents 'Looking for Alaska.' It deals with the events that occur when the protagonist Miles, who wants to escape a boring daily life, transfers to a boarding school.

Miles falls in love with the dreamy Alaska Young but simultaneously faces an unexpected tragedy. Alaska Young's mysterious death shocks and horrifies everyone. The journey to find her reveals the inner thoughts of Miles and his friends as well as the truth Alaska Young hid.

2) Normal People

Normal People depicts teenage love plainly and as it is. The Irish drama 'Normal People' is based on the novel of the same name by emerging novelist Sally Rooney. The original work was selected as the book of the year by The New York Times and Time upon publication, becoming a million-seller, and the then 27-year-old Sally Rooney was honored as a 2018 Booker Prize nominee.

Marianne and Connell, living in a western Irish village, recognize each other at the end of their teenage years before entering university. Marianne, who has never felt warmth from people, and Connell, who has not enjoyed a rich life except for people, instinctively feel fate upon meeting. Watching their happiness makes you wish for their well-being with all your heart.

3) The Handmaid's Tale

'The Handmaid's Tale,' based on Margaret Atwood's Booker Prize-winning novel 'The Handmaid's Tale' (1985), was produced as a drama. The drama adaptation won the 2017 Primetime Emmy Awards, breaking the dominance of 'Game of Thrones,' and was nominated again for the Emmy Awards in 2020.

In a world where only women capable of pregnancy and childbirth are recognized as productive tools, the protagonist June Osborne struggles in 'Gilead,' established by far-right forces occupying the U.S. in an era of environmental disaster and near-zero birth rates. Having become the property of Commander Fred, an infertile household, June's sole reason for living is to reclaim her lost daughter. June's childbirth duties as a handmaid and her fight for survival deliver a powerful message about women's existence.

◆ Trendy Director, 'Christopher Nolan' Works

1) Inception

A work you must watch three times! You can glimpse the grand and astonishing imagination of director Christopher Nolan. The world where one can invade 'dreams,' products of the unconscious, unfolds in 'Inception.'

The protagonist Cobb is a special security agent who enters others' dreams to change their 'thoughts' and receives a request from a client. The mission is to implant a specific idea into the heir of a rival company. In his dream, where consciousness and unconsciousness collide, Cobb faces unpredictable situations and confronts his own trauma. Watching him wander through dreams offers unprecedented visual experiences.

2) Interstellar

Four years after 'Inception' in 2010, director Christopher Nolan returns on a cosmic scale. In a future where world governments have collapsed and the earth is desolate, Cooper, a father, and his colleagues embark on a journey through a newly discovered 'wormhole' to find a new home for humanity. The 'space journey' to find answers for humanity offers awe.

In the time distortion where one hour in space equals seven years on Earth, will Cooper complete his mission and reunite with his family? Over a long runtime of 169 minutes, you can feel as if you are transcending time and space and traveling through the universe.

3) Tenet (Paid · Individual Purchase)

The work at the center of controversy and masterpiece in 2020 that revitalized theaters despite COVID-19, 'Tenet,' can be comfortably enjoyed at home. Since it is said that you cannot understand it after watching once, watch it multiple times to fully grasp the world of physics. After dreams and space, now it is 'time.'

The operation leader is deployed to stop Sator, who tries to destroy the world by traveling between the present and future through 'inversion,' which reverses the flow of time. Amid tangled interests among characters who have grasped the entropy principle of inversion and boarded full-scale time travel, can they prevent World War III? If you felt Nolan's worldview was astonishing after experiencing dreams and space, we recommend challenging yourself to watch Tenet this Christmas.

◆ 2020 Releases Also Available in Your Living Room! Enjoy Without Additional Fees.

1) 1917

Sam Mendes' war film '1917,' which competed with 'Parasite' for the Academy Awards, has come to your home. It won three awards at the 92nd Academy Awards (Best Cinematography, Best Sound Mixing, Best Visual Effects) and attracted attention even before its domestic release.

'1917' depicts two British soldiers delivering a ceasefire order to a trapped unit during World War I when all communication networks were destroyed by German forces. Unlike typical war film narratives, it focuses on each character to portray the horrors created by war and humanity's recovery. We hope you safely watch this masterpiece '1917' at home.

2) Okay Madam

Uhm Jung-hwa's comeback film 'Okay Madam,' the first domestic hijacking-themed movie, was released in theaters this year. If you were afraid to go to theaters due to COVID-19, enjoy it in your living room. 'Okay Madam' depicts the chaotic situation on a plane heading to Hawaii, which turns into a battlefield after boarding North Korean terrorists.

The warm-looking couple Mi-young (Uhm Jung-hwa) and Seok-hwan (Park Sung-woong), who were only known for making twisted doughnuts, reveal their hidden identities to rescue passengers. Enjoy 'Okay Madam,' filled with lovely everyday acting, refreshing action on the plane, and family love, this Christmas.

3) Honest Candidate

When you watch the political satire comedy 'Honest Candidate,' starring Rami-ran, who plays a Pinocchio whose nose grows when lying, Pinocchio immediately comes to mind. Joo Sang-sook (Rami-ran), a three-term congresswoman who achieved her position through populism, suddenly gains a 'truth mouth.' Her inner voice comes out regardless of her will, causing her to lose her greatest weapon. The political future of Joo Sang-sook, whose image as a female hero and Joan of Arc collapses in an instant, is portrayed.

Observe Joo Sang-sook's transformation as she deeply resolves to live a new life in a society that does not tolerate "I don't remember." 'Honest Candidate,' based on a Brazilian film, is recommended to add to your Christmas home movie list.

◆ Only 'Romance'! From Christmas Actor 'Hugh Grant'

1) Before Series: Before Sunrise, Before Sunset

The 'Before Series'?'Before Sunrise,' 'Before Sunset,' and 'Before Midnight'?tells the story of a man and a woman over 16 years. The lead actors actually aged with their characters, expressing love in their 20s, 30s, and 40s, delivering greater emotion.

Who would have thought that a first meeting on a train would lead to marriage? In 'Before Sunrise,' 20-somethings Jesse and Celine meet by chance on a train and spend a day talking extensively. Their day, full of longing, develops into a reunion nine years later. Though much changes over time, their unfinished story sharing the same moment continues in 'Before Sunset.' Feel the warmth of winter with the 'Before Series,' showing what it means for coincidence to become fate.

2) Music and Lyrics

A movie where a single song lyric explains the entire film, 'Music and Lyrics.' The OST “Way Back into Love” is a representative example. The tender voices of Drew Barrymore and Hugh Grant stimulate your romantic cells.

Alex (Hugh Grant), a former pop star who was most popular in the 80s, is now considered outdated. One day, a chance for a comeback arises. However, having long stopped composing and never having written lyrics, Alex falls into despair. Then he meets Sophie, who tends to his houseplants. Alex immediately recognizes her lyric-writing talent. Spend Christmas listening to their tumultuous lyric and composition journey and love-filled OST.

3) Notting Hill

What if a world-famous star suddenly appears before you and you get a chance to talk? Since it's Christmas, you might dream of such a romance. Anna Scott (Julia Roberts), the most beautiful woman on earth, meets William Thacker (Hugh Grant), who runs a travel bookshop in London's Notting Hill.

Chance becomes a thread connecting them, but as meetings continue, growing differences make progress difficult. Will William Thacker's sincere song, 'SHE,' reach Anna Scott? Set against the backdrop of Notting Hill, England, this beautiful romance makes you want to love again this Christmas.

◆ COVID-19, Social Distancing Is Essential Even on Christmas!

1) Containment (CONTAINMENT)_Overseas Drama

The drama 'Containment' perfectly matches the global COVID-19 virus situation. A virus never seen before and an even stronger enemy, 'fear,' engulf society. The epidemic, which started at a hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, spreads uncontrollably, shaking the entire U.S. An undocumented Syrian youth visits the hospital with flu symptoms and transmits a virus with a 100% fatality rate, causing death within just 48 hours.

Produced five years ago, it eerily resembles the reality of 2020, providing constant threats and warnings throughout viewing. We recommend watching it in 2021 with hopes for a return to healthy daily life.

2) Contagion (Contagion)_Movie

The movie 'Contagion' shows the essence of epidemic fear that cannot be touched or met. After returning from a business trip to Hong Kong, the protagonist Matt Damon faces extreme fear and grief as his wife dies immediately and his son dies from unknown causes. Soon, the virus spreads rapidly, and the world suffers from unknown fear.

The U.S. government, medical staff, and researchers mobilize to contain the situation, but conspiracy theories hinder progress, and the crisis does not easily subside. The film shows the process from identifying the outbreak cause to vaccine development. Watching it will repeatedly remind you of the importance of handwashing, so please take thorough disinfection and quarantine measures after viewing.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.