Running Press,U.S. Hallyuwood: The Ultimate Guide to Korean Cinema

With vivid visuals throughout, this cultural dive into Korean cinema showcases over 100 major films from classics to indies, while exploring the historical, political and cultural forces that have shaped its evolution over the past 125 years. 10,000 first printing. Illustrations. Ride the Korean wave (Hallyu) of cinema and explore the most exciting and captivating films in the world today. From smash hits like Parasite to cult favorites Oldboy, The Handmaiden, and Train to Busan, Korean cinema has revolutionized the film industry. Hallyuwood is a comprehensive, cultural dive into Korean cinema from 1900 to the present highlighting more than 100 major films from Golden Age classics to intriguing indies. Asian film expert and writer Bastian Meiresonne explores how Korean cinema found its roots and the cultural, historical, and political forces that have shaped the industry over the last 125 years. With vibrant film stills and original movies posters throughout, Hallyuwood is a celebration of the past, present, and future of Korean cinema and a gateway to everything you need to know about these unique and thrilling movies. Autorid: Bastian Meiresonne