A Thousand Year Journey

Summary "The traditional craft of Korean ceramics, imbued with subtle, natural colors, embodies the mystique and harmony between man and nature. From the elegant shapes and bluish cast of Goryeo Porcelains, to the Joseon White Porcelain, with their simple designs, Korean ceramics present a proud legacy, unveiling the culture's reserved and thoughtful spirit." Acclaimed independent filmmaker Michael Oblowitz presents the celebrated history of Korean ceramic production from its rudimentary beginnings, to its culmination in contemporary culture as the high tech basis for transistor boards, motherboards and micro chips that form the processing basis for Korean electronic giants such as Samsung and LG. Featuring model and actress Estella Warren, and legendary Korean actor and comedian, Johnny Yune, the journey, which begins as a primitive art form transforms into a technological behemoth, is epitomized by the five Korean master ceramicists who are the feature of the documentary. The film demonstrates their process in creating ceramic masterpieces and discusses the resurgence of the ancient art in Icheon, Korea. View more details

A Thousand Year Journey

Directed : Michael Oblowitz

Written : Lauren Bennett

Stars : Estella Warren Johnny Yune Ingyu Choi Hyanggu Lee

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Genres : History Biography Documentary

Release date : Aug 27, 2014

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site

Language : English Korean

Filming locations : Los Angeles, California, USA

Production companies : Cece Cultural Foundation of America Minus Zero Films

Summary "The traditional craft of Korean ceramics, imbued with subtle, natural colors, embodies the mystique and harmony between man and nature. From the elegant shapes and bluish cast of Goryeo Porcelains, to the Joseon White Porcelain, with their simple designs, Korean ceramics present a proud legacy, unveiling the culture's reserved and thoughtful spirit." Acclaimed independent filmmaker Michael Oblowitz presents the celebrated history of Korean ceramic production from its rudimentary beginnings, to its culmination in contemporary culture as the high tech basis for transistor boards, motherboards and micro chips that form the processing basis for Korean electronic giants such as Samsung and LG. Featuring model and actress Estella Warren, and legendary Korean actor and comedian, Johnny Yune, the journey, which begins as a primitive art form transforms into a technological behemoth, is epitomized by the five Korean master ceramicists who are the feature of the documentary. The film demonstrates their process in creating ceramic masterpieces and discusses the resurgence of the ancient art in Icheon, Korea. View more details

Details

Genres : History Biography Documentary

Release date : Aug 27, 2014

Countries of origin : United States

Official sites : Official site

Language : English Korean

Filming locations : Los Angeles, California, USA

Production companies : Cece Cultural Foundation of America Minus Zero Films

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