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The Korea Society co-presents three Korean films at the Silk Screen: Asian American Film Festival in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The festival, which runs this year from May 11th through 20th during Asian American heritage Month, was founded to showcase the best contemporary films from Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan, India, Indonesia, and the Philippines, as well as Asian American films.  

MAY 12-20, 2012

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Saturday, May 12		9:00 The Bow
Sunday, May 13	5:00 The Front Line
Thursday, May 17		7:00 Sunny
Friday, May 18		7:00 The Bow
Sunday, May 20	3:30 The Front Line	7:30 Sunny

 

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The Bow 2011     ^

SATURDAY, MAY 12 @ 9:00 PM | Melwood Screening Room
FRIDAY, MAY 18 @ 7:00 PM | Melwood Screening Room

Set during the Manchu War of 1636 in Korea, this trilling action film follows a brother’s courage and dedication to his sister as he fends off an invading army with nothing more than his wit and a bow and arrow. With its expansive cinematography and dynamic score, the action-packed film will be sure to pierce hearts and capture the indomitable spirit of Korea.

www.silkscreenfestival.org

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The Front Line 2011     ^

SUNDAY, MAY 13 @ 5:00 PM | Harris Theater
SUNDAY, MAY 20 @ 3:30 PM | Melwood Screening Room

Set in South Korea just days before the 1953 cease fire of the Korean War, “The Front Line” is a poignant anti-war film that delves into the limitations of humanity during wartime. It forces viewers everywhere to question which should take precedence: dedication to one’s country or to one’s conscience?



www.silkscreenfestival.org

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Sunny 2010     ^

THURSDAY, MAY 17 @ 7:00 PM | Regent Square Theater
SUNDAY, MAY 20 @ 7:00 PM | Melwood Screening Room

South Korean film about a group of middle aged women going through various mid-life struggles, seeking to reunite with each other. The film goes back and forth from their 1980s high school selves, when they first became friends, and their present day selves.



www.silkscreenfestival.org

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