Deep Dive: Kim's Video (2023)
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Kim's Video is a 2023 documentary that focuses on the history of Kim's Video and Music, particularly its reacquisition and restoration to New York City after being in Salemi, Italy. The film includes clips from both mainstream and rarely-seen films that are part of Kim's collection, alongside archival footage and interviews with former employees, such as Alex Ross Perry.
Directed by David Redmon and Ashley Sabin, the film runs for 89 minutes and features a diverse cast including Kim Yong-man and Isabel Gillies. It presents a narrative that intertwines the store's past with the cultural significance of its video collection, emphasizing the importance of cinema as a record of existence.
Why Watch
- •See clips from rare films in Kim's collection.
- •Meet former employees sharing their experiences.
- •Find out about the store's unique history.
Did You Know
•71% of 63 critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave positive reviews.
•The film received a Metacritic score of 59 out of 100 from 12 critics.
•The documentary features interviews with former employees like Alex Ross Perry.
•Kim's Video was restored to New York City after being in Salemi, Italy.
Perfect For
Film enthusiastsDocumentary loversCollectors of rare media