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Deep Dive: Finding Kukan (2016)

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Finding Kukan
Finding Kukan is a feature-length documentary about Li Ling-Ai, a Chinese Hawaii-born producer who co-produced the Oscar-winning film Kukan in 1941. The film investigates her life and contributions to cinema, particularly focusing on her role in the production of Kukan, which was significant for its portrayal of China during World War II. The documentary premiered at the Hawaii International Film Festival on May 5, 2016, and was later screened at various film festivals and events across multiple cities, including DOC NYC and the Seattle International Film Festival. It was broadcast on PBS on September 7, 2018, as part of the America ReFramed series, further expanding its reach and impact.

Why Watch

  • •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.

Perfect For

Film history enthusiastsWomen in film advocatesWorld War II history buffs