"The Front Line" Korean Theatrical Poster
Distributor Well Go USA via Indie Wire announced today that they’ve obtained the rights to the Korean war drama The Front Line which is Korea’s submission to the Academy Award category of Best Foreign Picture. The film tells the story of the fierce struggle to establish a border between North and South Korea at the end of the Korean War and is currently a box office smash in its native country.
Doris Pfardrescher, President of Well Go USA Entertainment, said “Our mission is to bring the best in Asian film to the North American market and The Front Line is a perfect fit with our goals.” Expect a January release for the film.
Update: Well Go USA will release The Front Line in select theaters in New York, Los Angeles, and Toronto on January 20. Let’s hope the film expands to more cities from there! The Front Line is also South Korea’s official submission for Best Foreign Picture at this year’s Academy Awards. Check out Well Go USA’s official website for theater listings.
Update 2: Apple Quicktime has a high quality, English-subbed trailer for the film.
