Special Screening | TV Series
Western Avenue (Season 1.)
Synopsis:
Sejong Production is a small Korean American film company in Koreatown, Los Angeles, dedicated to empowering immigrant and minority filmmakers. Led by director Ian, the team faces challenges as they attempt to break into the mainstream industry, often struggling to secure projects. Ian relies on his talented but diverse crew, including strict producer Eugene, free-spirited DP Kyle, straightforward AD Dain, and post-production duo Mina and Eddie. Despite failures in various projects, hope arises with a commercial for a local Korean soup restaurant, though the owner's son, Sean, vehemently opposes filming. As conflicts arise, the team confronts the harsh realities of pursuing their dreams in America.
Schedule
Nov 16, 2024 | 08:30 PM
Director
Yoo Seok Jong
Yoo Seok Jong was born in Korea, spent his adolescence in China, and has been living in the U.S. since his 30s. He originally majored in law, but began his late filmmaking career to become a film director, which was his childhood dream. Yoo Seok is known as a cinematographer for major Korean TV programs and works on Netflix and Disney Plus. His first short film in 2017 was awarded with 12 accolades and 15 nominations. Director Jong is currently producing the first CGV original work expected to release in March next year.
Credits
Director:
Yoo Seok Jong
Executive Producer:
Yoo Seok Jong
Producer:
Jongman Kim
Cinematography:
Alexander Bergman
Editing:
Yoo Seok Jong
Cast:
Jongman Kim
Ian Oh
Hayden Won
Screenwriters:
Soowan Bang
Alix Yumi Cho
Music:
Yeakun Yoo
John Hyungick Kim
90 min | Drama | 2024 | USA | English, Korean
Yoo Seok Jong
Shelly Inji Lim
Theresa Kim
Laura Im
Josh Jong
Hyesoo Cho
