Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) and Korean Cultural Centre (KCC) UK celebrate the centenary of Korean comics 'Manhwa' with a host of interrelated special exhibitions, events and film screenings.SPECIAL EXHIBITIONS
Manhwa: A Language of Unlimited Imaginations
Manhwa celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2009. This popular art form holds a long and cherished history that began with the first publication of Do-young Lee's political cartoons in "Daehan Minbo." This print newspaper was founded on June 2, 1909, and Manhwa was born along with it. Manhwa is an art form used to comment on a wide variety of topics. It can often spotlight societal injustices. Sometimes, Manhwa tells marvelous tales of dreamy romance. Other times, the art form simply uses its simplified figures and their exaggerated gestures to provide amusement and entertainment. To this day, Manhwa continues to evolve and hold a special place within the hearts and minds of Korean society.
Art Toon Art:
Art Toon Art brings together the work of twelve artists including Dong-Hwa Kim and Young-Ok Kim, whose work humorously pushes the boundaries of conventional comic book art by reinterpreting famous masterpieces. This small display is derived from the exhibition Masterpieces Meet Comics which is held annually in Korea and is based on the theme of convergence between comics and art.
Manhwa Illustrations
A small collection of work by famous graphic illustrators including Min-Woo Hyung and Kwang-Mook Lim is shown together for the first time.
EVENTS
Meet Korean Manhwa Artist Chul-Ho Park
Wednesday 20 May 6.30-7pm
Live Drawing Performance & Workshop with Manhwa Artist Chul-Ho Park
Thursday 21 May 2-3.30pm
Manhwa artist Chul-ho Park leads a live drawing workshop with London based journalist and leading authority on Asian comics Paul Gravett.
Manhwa Bang
Bang is the Korean word for room. It’s a social space where you can hang out with friends and read a wide variety of Korean Manhwa.
FILM SCREENIGS
Admission to the films is free but tickets must be booked in advance with the Korean Cultural Centre. Tel: 020 7004 2600
Hello Schoolgirl
Thursday 21 May 6pm
Venue: Multi-Purpose Hall, Korean Cultural Centre UK
Two civil workers at the local district office find love but in distinctly different directions. Written by famous Korean comic artist Pool Kang, featuring Ji-Tae Yu (Oldboy) and K-pop singer turned actor Kang (Attack on the Pin-up Boys).
South Korea 2008 Dir. Jang-Ha Ryu (English Subtitles) 113 min
The War of Flower
Friday 22 May 4pm
Venue: Cinema Hall, Korean Cultural Centre UK
Go-Ni loses his entire savings and the money that he stole from his sister in the high stakes card game known as “Hwa Tu.” Go-Ni figures out shortly after the game that he was swindled and he spends the next 6 months tracking down the person that robbed him of his money. Starring Seung-Woo Cho, Hye-Su Kim, Yun-Shik Baek.
South Korea 2006 Dir. Dong-Hun Choi (English Subtitles) 139 min
For further information or to request images please contact:
Kate Ballard (Marketing Manager)
KOCCA Europe, Direct line: 020 7016 3334
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