Refocus: the Films of Yim Soon-Rye

Yim Soon-rye is one of the most influential Korean female filmmakers, and this book is the first comprehensive English-language book on her films. It places her within the larger perspectives of Korean cinematic history and women's cinema and offers critical analyses of her aesthetic approach and recurring subject matter of nature, gender roles, and feminism. The book also contributes to the existing scholarship on Korean cinema and the global extent of Women's cinema.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2023
Publisher: Edinburgh University Press

Yim Soon-rye, one of the most influential Korean female filmmakers, has left an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape with her remarkable oeuvre. This comprehensive English-language book, the first of its kind, offers a deep exploration of her films and places her within the broader perspectives of Korean cinematic history and women's cinema. It is a groundbreaking work that demands attention to the work of other Korean women filmmakers, shedding light on their contributions to the industry.

In this volume, readers are treated to critical analyses of Yim's aesthetic approach, delving into the themes and motifs that recur throughout her work. The author examines the profound impact of nature, gender roles, and feminism on Yim's films, highlighting their significance in shaping her artistic vision. The book contributes to the existing scholarship on Korean cinema, expanding our understanding of its global reach and the contributions of women filmmakers.

Yim Soon-rye's journey as a filmmaker is truly remarkable. Despite the heavily male-dominated Korean cinema and film industry, she has consistently produced critically and commercially successful films, earning recognition at numerous film festivals and awards both in Korea and internationally. Her dedication to her craft is evident in the fact that she has directed over a dozen films, including shorts, the highest number achieved by any female director in Korea. Moreover, she is the only female director to have achieved a blockbuster with her film Gyoseop (2023), traditionally considered the domain of male directors.

ReFocus: The Films of Yim Soon-rye aims to provide a fresh perspective on the cinematic legacy of Yim Soon-rye. It offers critical readings of her work, placing her within the larger historical context of Korean cinema and women filmmakers worldwide. Through in-depth analysis and engaging discussions, the book.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399513067