Remembering Park Cheol Soo: A Korean Filmmaking Legend When prolific Korean director Park Cheol Soo died earlier this year after being hit by a drunk driver, film fans around the world took solace in the fact that while he was gone, his amazing, truly independent masterpieces would live on forever. As huge fans of his work, the Korean Cultural Service pays tribute to this amazing man by offering up three of his most acclaimed films. Park Cheol Soo led the Korean wave throughout the late 90s, influenced by time he spent in Manhattan and the indie film scene here. Having popularized Korean cinema worldwide, he also discovered Kim Ki Duk and changed our perception of Asian film. Taken from us well before his time, Korean Movie Night celebrates the life of Park Cheol Soo starting October 1st… delivering up three films guaranteed to move you like never before. As Autumn tugs the leaves from Manhattan’s trees and the days become short, warm yourself with the memory of Park Cheol Soo and his cinematic masterpieces – brought to you for free, as always, by your friends at The Korean Cultural Service.
Posted on: Wed, 18 Sep 2013 15:11:43 +0000
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