A new Marvel Cinematic Universe release now playing in local theaters, “Black Panther” contains a car chase scene that was filmed in Busan, South Korea, in March.
Directed by Ryan Coogler and Joe Robert Cole, “Black Panther” stars Chadwick Boseman as T’Challa/Black Panther alongside Angela Bassett and Forest Whitaker. To film the chase scene, which involved over 100 cars and and 700 people, the production crew closed off Gwangali Beach in Busan at 8 p.m. They also filmed near the famous Jagalchi fish market Nampodong.
This is the second Marvel film to use South Korea as a filming location: “Avengers, Age of Ultron” was filmed in 2015 in Seoul.
The cast of “Black Panther” launched their international tour in Seoul on Feb. 5 to a large crowd that Boseman compared to a sold-out sporting event. The four main cast members all gave a photo opportunity with the trending heart sign using the thumb and index finger as popularized by K-pop celebrities.
THIS WEEK’S SYNOPSES
“Rebel”
Episodes 19-20
>> Today, 6:30 p.m.: Word spreads that the Hong gang steals from the rich to give to the poor. They are cornered by the royal constables, led by Junghak. Gildong duels with the invading Jurchens.
>> Today, 7:45 p.m.: Gilhyun is entrusted with the capture of thief Hong. Gildong is surrounded by constables, led by Gilhyun. Gildong’s men are scattered, with Um Jachi being captured.
“Oh, the Mysterious”
Episodes 37-38
>> Monday, 7:45 p.m.: Jong-sam is furious when Cheol-ki is hurt in his place. After a failed attempt at killing Jong-sam, Lee Kwang-ho schemes to eliminate him again. Prosecutor Kim holds a press conference to entrap Lee Kwang-ho.
Episodes 39-40 (finale)
>> Tuesday, 7:45 p.m.: Jong-sam and Lee Kwang-ho face off. Jong-sam tells him he wants Lee’s life. Lee Kwang-ho’s crime catches up to him. Will justice prevail?
“Splash Splash Love”
Part 1
>> Wednesday, 7:45 p.m.: Danbi avoids taking the College Scholastic Ability Test by traveling back in time to the Joseon era. She becomes the king’s eunuch and falls in love with him.
Part 2
>> Thursday, 7:45 p.m.: As Danbi inspires the king to reform the nation, she also goes through many hardships. Eventually she ends up returning to her own time, but is in for some surprises.
(Note: “Return” is pre-empted until further notice.)
“Bravo My Life”
Episodes 53-54
>> Friday, 7:45 p.m.: RaRa’s condition deteriorates rapidly. She prepares for her imminent departure. Do-na regrets not accepting her sooner. Sung-ah gets married. Do-na becomes part of the family as they come together for RaRa. Hwa-in makes peace with RaRa.
Episodes 55-56 (finale)
>> Saturday, 7:45 p.m.: Dong-woo and everyone prepare to face RaRa’s last days. RaRa basks in her family’s love. Joon-ho asks for Hye-mi’s forgiveness. The whole family comes together as a real family. Will Do-na and Bum-woo tie the knot?
Jeff Chung is general manager of KBFD TV, which televises Korean dramas with English subtitles. Reach him at 521-8066 or jeffchung@kbfd.com.