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64 minGdocumentary

Synopsis

Seven musicians visit Cinema Gwangju, the first theater in the Honam region, to express their perspectives on "Gwangju-ness" through music and conversation.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • See Cinema Gwangju's rich history since 1935.
  • Meet Gonne Choi and her seven musicians.
  • Find out about Park Tae-gyu's unique movie posters.

Did You Know

  • Cinema Gwangju opened in 1935 and is the first theater in the Honam-region.
  • Gonne Choi invites seven musicians to share their views on 'Gwangju-ness'.
  • Park Tae-gyu has been hand-painting movie posters since the 1990s.

Perfect For

Film history enthusiastsLocal Gwangju cultureArt and music lovers
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cinema Gwangju?

Cinema Gwangju is the first theater in the Honam-region and the only theater that opened in 1935.

Who is Gonne Choi?

Gonne Choi is a musician who invites seven musicians to share their perspective on 'Gwangju-ness' in the documentary.

What does Park Tae-gyu do?

Park Tae-gyu is a painter who has been hand-painting movie posters from the 1990s until today.

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