The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema (2005)
Original title: Les renaissances du cinéma coréen
The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema is a 2005 French-language documentary movie directed by Hubert Niogret, with a running time of 1h 2m. It stars Park Chan-wook, Hong Sang-soo and Im Sang-soo.
South Korean cinema is in the throes of a creative explosion where mavericks are encouraged and masters are venerated. But from where has this phenomenon emerged? What is the culture that has yielded this range of filmmakers? With The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema, French critic, writer and documentarian Hubert Niogret provides a broad overview but, nevertheless, an excellent entry point into this unique type of national cinema that still remains a mystery for many people. The product of a troubled social and political history, Korean cinema sports an identity that is unique in much modern film. Niogret's documentary tells of the country's cinematic history - the ups along with the downs - and gives further voice to the artists striving to express their concerns, fears and aspirations.
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What is The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema about?
South Korean cinema is in the throes of a creative explosion where mavericks are encouraged and masters are venerated. But from where has this phenomenon emerged? What is the culture that has yielded this range of filmmakers? With The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema, French critic, writer and documentarian Hubert Niogret provides a broad overview but, nevertheless, an excellent entry point into this unique type of national cinema that still remains a mystery for many people. The product of a troubled social and political history, Korean cinema sports an identity that is unique in much modern film. Niogret's documentary tells of the country's cinematic history - the ups along with the downs - and gives further voice to the artists striving to express their concerns, fears and aspirations.
When was The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema released?
The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema was released on 7 October 2005.
How long is The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema?
The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema runs 1h 2m.
Who made The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema?
The Nine Lives of Korean Cinema was directed by Hubert Niogret.