From smash hits like to cult favorites , and , Korean cinema has revolutionized the film industry. is a comprehensive, cultural dive into Korean cinema from 1900 to the present highlighting more than 100 major films from Golden Age classics to intriguing indies. Asian film expert and writer Bastian Meiresonne explores how Korean cinema found its roots and the cultural, historical, and political forces that have shaped the industry over the last 125 years.   With vibrant film stills and original movies posters throughout, is a celebration of the past, present, and future of Korean cinema and a gateway to everything you need to know about these unique and thrilling movies.