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Korean film has been heralded as the newest tiger of Asian cinema. In the past year, South Korea became one of the only countries in the world in which local films outsold Hollywood films, and Korean director Park Chanwook was awarded the Grand Prix at Cannes.New Korean Cinema provides a comprehensive overview of the production, circulation, and reception of this vibrant cinema, which has begun to flourish again in the past decade, following the lifting of repressive government policies. In addition to providing a cultural, historical, and social context for understanding this burgeoning cinema, the book considers the political economy of South Korea's film industry, strategies of domestic and international distribution and marketing, and the consumption of Korean films throughout the world. The volume also includes a glossary of key terms and a bibliography of works on Korean cinema.New Korean Cinema gathers prominent critics from North America, Asia, and Europe to make sense of this exploding film industry. This book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complex roles played by national and regional cinemas in a global age.
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- Q: What is 'New Korean Cinema' about? A: 'New Korean Cinema' provides a comprehensive overview of the production, circulation, and reception of Korean films, particularly highlighting the resurgence of this vibrant cinema in the past decade.
- Q: Who is the author of 'New Korean Cinema'? A: The book is authored by Chi-Yun Shin, who brings insights from prominent critics across North America, Asia, and Europe.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'New Korean Cinema' is listed as a used book in good condition, ensuring that it is still a valuable resource for readers.
- Q: How many pages does 'New Korean Cinema' have? A: 'New Korean Cinema' contains 234 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'New Korean Cinema'? A: 'New Korean Cinema' was published on September 1, 2005.
- Q: What category does 'New Korean Cinema' fall under? A: 'New Korean Cinema' is categorized under Performing Arts, focusing specifically on the film industry.
- Q: Does 'New Korean Cinema' include any additional resources? A: Yes, the book includes a glossary of key terms and a bibliography of works related to Korean cinema for further reading.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in 'New Korean Cinema'? A: The book discusses the cultural, historical, social context, and political economy of South Korea's film industry, including distribution, marketing, and global consumption of Korean films.
- Q: Is 'New Korean Cinema' suitable for beginners? A: Yes, 'New Korean Cinema' is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the complex roles of national and regional cinemas, making it suitable for both beginners and enthusiasts.
- Q: What type of binding does 'New Korean Cinema' have? A: 'New Korean Cinema' is available in paperback binding, making it a portable option for readers.