Understanding Korean American
Narratives through Cinema
By Now Production Films
Aloha and Welcome!
Explore captivating stories, music, and history that celebrate Korean heritage through films. Discover our engaging contents designed to make learning fun and meaningful, all in one place!
Collector’s Edition
Enhance your learning with our special bundle!
'Songs of Love' HD DVD + Storybook + premium OST Album
Words of Wisdom
from the Rainbow State
(2021)
A 6-part documentary series exploring early Korean immigrant history through interviews with five descendants.
“A powerful visual record of the Koreans who immigrated to Hawaiʻi in 1903... and the extraordinary legacy carried on by their descendants.”
National Archives of Korea
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Officially preserved by the National Archives of Korea
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Invited and awarded at multiple film festivals, including the 41st Hawai‘i International Film Festival, Liberty International Film Festival, Denmark International Women’s Film Festival, Stockholm City Film Festival and more.
Watch full version
[Korea & International]
Enjoy the full version on Now Production's official Youtube channel!
Songs of Love
from Hawai'i
(2024)
A musical drama film depicting the rich history of the Korean diaspora in Hawai‘i
“A brilliant symphony of history and music... more than just a film!”
Chuck ParkerㅣVP of Content, PBS Hawai'i
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Official invitations from the 43rd Hawai‘i International Film Festival, 20th Jecheon International Music & Film Festival, Portugal International Film Festival and more.
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Aired on PBS Hawai‘i (2024.09)
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Nationwide theatrical release in Korea through CGV, CJ Entertainment (2024.10)
Watch full version
[Korea]
Currently available on Youtube Korea, TVING, Watcha, Coupang Play, Wavve, Skylife, and Home Choice IPTV (KT, SK Btv, LGU+)
[International]
As of 2025, Songs of Love from Hawaiʻi is only available for viewing outside of Korea by requesting a community screenings -> request form
Stay tuned for the global release!
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*Public screening license is included in the request
Deepen your learning through public screening & director Jinyoung Lee’s lecture · workshop!
To screen our films for 10 or more people, a public screening license is required.
Start Learning Today!
Our website is designed to make your learning experience enjoyable and engaging with the following sections:
We've thoughtfully crafted a 10-lesson plan by editing two films. While we recommend following the sequence from 01 to 10, feel free to start anywhere or skip around for a shorter learning experience.
Each episode comes with a PDF handout featuring a summary, contextual information, and historical details to support your learning. These are printable for your convenience.
Test your knowledge and understanding of each lesson with the provided quiz questions.
Explore a curated list of films and books related to the Korean diaspora, offering diverse perspectives and narratives. For deeper learning, dive into these recommendations after completing a lesson.
Join our free board to share your thoughts, tips, and experiences as an educator or student. You can also upload educational materials you’ve created using this webpage for others to benefit from.