Ghibliotheque Film Korea: The essential guide to the wonderful world of Korean cinema

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Jake Cunningham Michael Leader

Ghibliotheque Film Korea

The essential guide to the wonderful world of Korean cinema

Jake Cunningham, Michael Leader

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English

Welbeck
03 October 2023

Film theory & criticism; Individual film directors, film-makers; Film movie guides & reviews; Film & movie: styles & genres; Other Film, TV & Media

Explore the magical, mysterious world of Korean cinema, in this new book from the authors of Ghibliotheque.

From smash hits such as Parasite to cult favourites Oldboy, Okja, The Handmaiden and Train to Busan, Korean cinema is a hotbed of creative talent and the force behind the most exciting, captivating filmmaking in the world right now.

In this essential guide to the country's cinematic story, Michael Leader and Jake Cunningham - authors and hosts of the hit podcast Ghibliotheque - guide you through the must-see films from a century of Korean movies.

Exploring 30 movies, from the breakout hits to deeper cuts, hidden gems and future classics, Film Korea is a gateway to everything you need to know about the white-hot world of Korean cinema. Combining reviews and director biographies with recommended further viewing and a catalogue of beautiful film stills and movie posters, this is your one-stop guide to an incredible, captivating artform.

By: Jake Cunningham, Michael Leader
Imprint: Welbeck
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 192mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 700g
ISBN: 9781802796339
ISBN 10: 1802796339
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 03 October 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Michael Leader is a writer and broadcaster whose writing has appeared inSight he has appeared on air for the BBC World Service; and has written and voiced video essays for the BBC andLittle White Lies. He has written about film forThe i, BFI,NME and more. His first animated short film as writer and producer, made with BFI Network, will be released in 2021. He lives in London with his partner and a small dog.