Asian Invasion
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Asian Invasion is a three-part mini-series presented by Jonathan Ross which aired on BBC Four in January 2006. Focusing on East Asian cinema, the series looked at some of the most famous films, actors and directors in Japan, Korea and Hong Kong.
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
2006 – 2006
Premiered: Tue, Jan 10, 2006
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Season 1, Episode 3: “Korea”
Many critics consider Korean cinema to be the most exciting in the world today. Among the directors Jonathan meets are Park Chan-wook, whose film Oldboy won the Grand Prix at Cannes in 2004. He also looks at an extremely odd little monster movie produced by North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il who kidnapped the film's director from South Korea to make his dream project. FEATURED FILMS Park Chan-wook * Oldboy (2003, Tartan) * Sympathy for Mr Vengeance (2002, Tartan) * Joint Security Area (2000, Tartan) * Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005, Tartan) Kim Ki-duk * The Bow (Tartan) * Samaritan Girl (2004, Tartan) * 3-Iron (2004, Optimum Releasing) * Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter... and Spring (2003, Tartan) * Bad Guy (2001, Tartan) * The Isle (2000, Tartan) Kang Je-gyu * Shiri (1999, Tartan) * Brotherhood (2004, Premier Asia) Kong Su-chang * R-Point (2004, Tartan) Jonathan's Other Picks * My Sassy Girl (2001, Miro Vision, Korea) * Attack the Gas Station! (1999, Miro Vision, Korea) * Nowhere to Hide (Tartan) * Pulgasari (1985, Kim Jong-Il/So Ronery Productions)
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What is Asian Invasion about?
Asian Invasion is a three-part mini-series presented by Jonathan Ross which aired on BBC Four in January 2006. Focusing on East Asian cinema, the series looked at some of the most famous films, actors and directors in Japan, Korea and Hong Kong.
How many seasons does Asian Invasion have?
Asian Invasion comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Asian Invasion?
Key cast members in Asian Invasion include Jonathan Ross.
Who created or directed Asian Invasion?
Asian Invasion was developed and directed by Not specified.