The “2008 New York Korean Film Festival” kicks off in Manhattan on Aug. 21 with a VIP reception.
But don’t feel left out, because BAMcinematek is bringing a piece of the fest to Fort Greene the following week. Among the films being screened at BAM are Jeong Yong-ki’s “Once Upon a Time,” pictured, which has been dubbed Korea’s answer to “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” by NYKFF organizers. “Once” screens at 7 pm on Aug. 29.
The “2008 New York Korean Film Festival” runs Aug. 29-31 at the BAM Rose Cinemas (30 Lafayette Ave. at Ashland Place in Fort Greene). Tickets are $11. For a schedule, visit koreanfilmfestival.org or call (718) 636-4100.
