New York Korean Film Festival

The largest exhibition of Korean cinema in the United States is here in New York City from August 22-31st. One of the featured films is, Hwang Jin Yi (above), which is based on a North Korean novel, and lavishly filmed with exquisite costumes and sets. Hwang Jin Yi is the latest and most sumptuous version of the famous tale of a legendary courtesan and poet from Chosøn-era Korea. Though educated and literate, Hwang Jin Yi's illegitimate birth relegates her to the role of kisaeng, a female entertainer. As the most desired courtesan of her time, Hwang Jin Yi must choose between respected life at court and her true love. Click for more information. www.koreanfilmfestival.org