Immerse yourself in Korean translated literature at the KCCUK

The Korean Cultural Centre in London has been operating a book club ever since Korea was named as the the market focus at the London Book Fair back back in 2014. Four years later and the book club is still going strong. It is a great way to get access to Korean translated literature and discuss the book with those who bear a similar interest in the culture. The book club takes place on the last Wednesday of every month and it is really easy to apply. (January and December at the months that the book club does not take … Continue reading Immerse yourself in Korean translated literature at the KCCUK

London Korean Film Festival 2015

So for the next fortnight starting today, (2nd-14th November) various cinema venues througout London will be playing host to a great selection of Korean films. The London Korean Film Festival, celebrates it’s 10th year annivesary. Fifty two films ranging from classics to blockbusters will be screened. To see what is on offer, click the following link to obtain a version of the programme. LKFF-2015-Programme Be sure to book your seats quickly before it all sells out. There are also great opportunities to meet with some of the stars: Hwang Jung-min and Moon So-ri. There are also chances to take part … Continue reading London Korean Film Festival 2015

London Korean Film Festival 2014

Unfortunately for me, I was not able to attend any of the films showing at the LKFF this year. It would have  been nice given my first time as an official Korea.net blogger rather than just an eager movie watcher and film star stalker! I had booked a holiday to India/Thailand where I am currently now! Although I am enjoying seeing the facebook and twitter feeds respectively report updates of the days gone by. Most of the coverage you can obtain from sites such as London Korean Links. Click here.  Philip has listed the movies in order they were shown at the festival … Continue reading London Korean Film Festival 2014