By Naomi Wong
The use of virtual avatars is a digital trend that originated from Japan in the mid-2010s, and since 2020, has become an international online phenomenon. By 2020, there were more than 10,000 active VTubers, the majority being English and Japanese-speaking YouTubers or live streamers.
Read MoreBy Chloe Sze and Charmaine Lai
It’s not every day that a singer releases a movie made and directed by themselves. However, Eve, a popular Japanese singer, did just that.
Read MoreBy Kristen Chan
From February 24-28, the student bulletin posted a lengthy post declaring the first-ever monologue competition hosted by the Performing Arts Department.
Read MoreBy Karmen Tsai
Dance Without Borders is RCHK’s annual dance showcase. This year Dance Without Borders has added a communal element. By establishing Cantonese translated captions on their Instagram posts and audition forms, they hope to extend their platform to the local community.
Read MoreBy Naomi Wong
From a nearly bankrupt group, the South Korean boy band BTS has risen to become one of the biggest bands in the world . Its impact is felt not just in the music industry but on pressing social issues as well.
Read MoreBy Maximillian Owen-Wong
Although there were hundreds of independent and commercial films released in 2021, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences can only privilege ten with the honour of being nominated for the Best Picture award.
Read MoreBy Niall Cotton
Haruki Murakami is revered worldwide, his oeuvre is extensive, including legendary books such as Norwegian Wood, Kafka on the Shore, The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle and IQ84. His stories are intoxicating, but contain images and motifs that raise questions for some about his depiction of women.
Read MoreBy Kristen Chan
The much-hyped drama features zombies and addresses social issues , but tests audience patience with its illogicality.
Read MoreBy Mahnoor Siddiqi
Not only does ‘Hallyu’, known as the Korean wave, include K-Pop, it also has everything Korean-related: from Korean dramas to skincare, beauty and fashion. This ‘Hallyu’ wave has had a massive global impact and has completely changed how society sees South Korea.
Read MoreBy Lorraine Ng
RCHK’s annual winter concert persists in the form of an online livestream. “Viewers were entertained by musicians from Chamber Strings, String Ensemble, Mellow, Collaboration Club, and other solo performers…”
Read MoreBy Charmaine Lai
“…no group has ever taken a concept further than anyone has ever done before by creating a speculative, complex storyline to accompany each of their comebacks- except for LOONA.”
Read MoreBy Niall Cotton
An in-depth look into a modern classic novel, and how aspects of racism are used.
Read MoreBy Ian Yip
Why do companies keep remaking old shows and films, and what is the value of them?
Read MoreBy Eunie Jeong
A second Persuade-athon proves a winner.for student public speakers from across ESF.
Read MoreBy Michelle Chan
The production of The Beauty Manifesto was featured as part of the 2021 RCHK Theatre Festival.
Read MoreBy Wisley Lau
“It’s time for the holidays again! And as a Christmas tradition in The RCHK Truth, Suggestions From A Nerd is listing out some recommended books for you to read during the Yuletide break. Happy reading!”
Read MoreBy Niall Cotton
In 2015, Hanya Yanagihara wrote a book which before publishing, was criticised, however, the book has defied the expectations of both Hanya’s editor and herself.
Read MoreSince it’s release, Squid Game has become one of the biggest TV shows on the planet, being Netflix’s most watched series of all time, having over 142 million viewers within the first month of it’s release.
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