Wed 26 Jul 2017 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Asia Society, 725 Park Ave. New York, NY 10021
Gook
Dir. by Justin Chon
2017. USA. 95 min. Color. English, Korean. New York Premiere.
Wednesday, July 26, 2017, 7:00 pm
Eli and Daniel, two Korean-American brothers who own a struggling women’s shoe store, have an unlikely friendship with 11-year-old Kamilla. On the first day of the 1992 Los Angeles riots, the trio must defend the store while contemplating the meaning of family and thinking about personal dreams and the future. Director Justin Chon will be in attendance.
Asian CineVision in association with Asia Society is pleased to host the 40th annual Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF). Join us on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:00 pm for the opening night of the 40th Annual Asian American International Film Festival and a Gala Reception.
The 40th Asian American International Film Festival runs from July 26 to August 5 with screenings at Asia Society and Cinema Village East.