At Pittsburg Highschool, conversations are always buzzing, usually about sports or our band but recently it’s been about an animated movie, “K-pop: Demon Hunters.” It’s an upcoming movie that blends the world of pop music, action and fantasy.
The movie first drew major attention when teaser clips and concept art started circulating online. With its bright visuals and Korean theme the movie was destined to be one of the most uniquely animated movies in years.
For many students at Pittsburg High the movie represents more than just entertainment, it also shows great signs of creativity and culture.
Even students who aren’t regular K-pop listeners have found themselves drawn to the movie. One of my friends Victor Rubalcava said, “It reminds me of Spider-verse but with a different vibe.”
Some teachers at Pitt have also noticed the growing enthusiasm. In art and media classes students talk about the movie’s design and different ways of art.
The rise of k-pop itself had already made a major impact, not only at Pittsburg High, but in the whole city itself. This movie really struck a cord in a school as diverse as us and it is only bringing in more fans and more excitement to the cause.
The movie is centered around a group of glamorous K-pop singers who live a double life. In the day they perform their music, but in the night they hunt down supernatural demons. The mix of the action, animation, music, and pop star energy are what really bring this movie to life and attract attention from all around.
I think it’s cool how something from Korean culture can have such an effect and connect people around the world. Most people listen to different music and watch different shows, but when something like this comes along, it’s not surprising everyone has watched it.
