After much anticipation, viewers Australia-wide can now relax with the announcement of the film lineup that will be featured at the Korean Film Festival in Australia 2014. The Korean Film Festival in Australia aims to generate an interest in Korean cinema within the local community and raise the understanding of the aesthetics of Korean films. KOFFIA supplies the opportunity for aspiring Korean filmmakers while promoting the virtues of Korean culture and tradition, as well as aiming to develop relations with Australian artists.
The best from Hallyuwood can be found in your state on the following dates:
Sydney: August 13 – 21
Canberra: August 13 – 14
Brisbane: August 27 – September 2
Perth: September 3 – 6
Melbourne: September 9 – 16
Adelaide: September 23 – 26
The following films will spice up the silver screen during the festival; the titles provide links to their movie posters and the films are accompanied by their reviews by KOFFIA critics.
COLD EYES: “Our opening film ‘Cold Eyes’ is a state of the art crime thriller that does not let up. An exhilarating ride from start to finish.”
VENUS TALK: “This is the Korean Sex and the City. Sexy and brutally honest, the film weighs various emotional notes.”
NORA NOH: “An in-focus of Korean fashion and the woman who shaped it to be the way it is today. A film that will spark power and individualism in women all over the world.”
THE TERROR, LIVE: “Real time thriller set in the confines of a radio booth. Genius storytelling at its best.”
COMMITMENT: “There is Action. There is Drama. There is Romance. Then there is Big Bang’s T.O.P to ‘top’ it all off.”
FASTEN YOUR SEATBELT: “Ha Jung-woo‘s directorial debut is hilarious, fast-paced and down right wacky. An airplane disaster flick for all.”
THE DINNER: “Brutally honest. This family drama is one of the finest depiction of Korean contemporary society. Don’t miss the Dinner.”
ROUGH PLAY: “The rise and fall story that is full of ambition. ‘Rough Play’ delivers a triumphant narrative that is engaging and thoroughly enjoyable.”
MISS GRANNY: “There is everything to love about this film. Funny. Heart warming. Beautiful. This is the feel good movie of the year.”
HIDE AND SEEK: “The thriller of the year. A definite triumph in storytelling which will leave you on the edge of your seat.”
NEW WORLD: “Korea’s answer to the Godfather. The gangster film to end all gangster films.”
VERY ORDINARY COUPLE: “If you’ve loved before, you will love this film. A love story that is real and relevant to today’s society.”
THE SUSPECT: “The action does not let up in this exhilarating flick. The film packs in enough to let any action buff weep in joy.”
THE SATELLITE GIRL AND MILKCOW: “A beautiful concept told in the form of intriguing animation. This animated feature will touch your heart!”
THREAD OF LIES: “‘Thread of Lies’ explores relevant issues and tells a story in a chord that holds it own as a family drama flick.”
SECRETLY GREATLY: “Hearts will throb, secretly… but greatly… for this flick.”
TOP STAR: “A true exploration of fame and the lime light. We’re also proud to present our special guest Actor/Director PARK JOONG-HOON who will join us for the films Q & A.”
HOT YOUNG BLOODS: “1982. A time of Rollerblades, bootcuts and wax fads. ‘Hot Young Bloods’ is a kaliedoscopic, effervescent, compulsively soppy and enjoyable coming-of-age melodrama.”
HOPE: “Our closing film for 2014. A beautiful story that bloomed from the pits of despair. ‘Hope’ will resonate as a testament of hope for all.”
With a total of 19 feature films the Korean Film Festival in Australia is sure to satisfy the viewing needs of every type of audience. A full album of the KOFFIA film lineup, complete with movie posters, can be found here. If you want to follow KOFFIA and their updates be sure to follow the official Korean Film Festival in Australia Facebook page.
Source: KOFFIA Facebook Page
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