Li Ling-Ai, a Hawaii-born producer, significantly influenced the 1941 documentary "Kukan," prompting director Robin Lung to explore her legacy and the challenges faced by women in film.
“A search for an extraordinary woman leads to a lost Oscar®-winning film”
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Li Ling-Ai, a Hawaii-born producer, significantly influenced the 1941 documentary "Kukan," prompting director Robin Lung to explore her legacy and the challenges faced by women in film.
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Li Ling-Ai, a Hawaii-born producer, played a vital role in the creation of the 1941 documentary "Kukan," which depicts China's struggles during World War II. "Finding Kukan" follows director Robin Lung as she investigates Li's contributions and the challenges she faced in a male-dominated film industry. The film premiered at the Hawaii International Film Festival on May 5, 2016, and later screened at various festivals across the United States. It emphasizes the need to recognize overlooked female voices in cinematic history.
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- Meet Li Ling-Ai, a pioneering female producer.
- See the lost Oscar-winning film Kukan.
- Find out about the impact of Kukan on WWII perception.
Did You Know
- Finding Kukan premiered on May 5, 2016, at the Hawaii International Film Festival.
- The film was screened at over 15 festivals and events across the US.
- Li Ling-Ai was a co-producer of the Oscar-winning film Kukan from 1941.
- Finding Kukan was broadcast on PBS on September 7, 2018.
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Who is the co-producer of the film Kukan?
Li Ling-Ai is the female co-producer of the film Kukan, which was released in 1941.
When did Finding Kukan premiere?
Finding Kukan had its world premiere on May 5, 2016, at the Hawaii International Film Festival.
What is the duration of the documentary Finding Kukan?
Finding Kukan has a duration of 75 minutes.
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