Gook

August 15th, 2017







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Gook

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Release Year: 2017

Rating: 7.7/10 ( voted)

Critic's Score: /100

Director: Justin Chon

Stars: Simone Baker, Justin Chon, Curtiss Cook Jr.

Storyline
Eli and Daniel, two Korean American brothers, own a struggling shoe store and have an unlikely friendship with Kamilla, a street wise 11-year-old African American girl. Kamilla ditches school, Eli stresses about the store, and Daniel tries to have a good time. It's just another typical day at the store until the Rodney King verdict is read and riots break out. With the chaos moving towards them, the trio is forced to defend the store while contemplating the future of their own personal dreams and the true meaning of family.

Cast:
Simone Baker - Kamilla
Justin Chon - Eli
Curtiss Cook Jr. - Keith
David So - Daniel
Kirlew 'bliss' Vilbon - Bliss
Chris Jai Alex - Ray
Domenique Batiste - Customer
Ignacio Bautista - Vato 2
Teaira T. Bryant - Shoe Store Customer
Sang Chon - Mr. Kim
Jeff Corbett - Doctor
Terence Dickson - Rioter 2
Cesar Garcia - Cesar
Xzavier Gray - Tagger 2
Sharyn Grose - Kamilla's Mom

Taglines: A heartfelt film exploring families and relationships between Korean and African American communities set during the LA Riots



Details

Official Website: Official Facebook

Country: USA

Language: English

Release Date: 3 Jan 2017

Filming Locations: Los Angeles, California, USA

Technical Specs

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Did You Know?

Trivia:
Executive producer, Jin Young Lee, was on the premiere of Dear Genevieve of HGTV. See more »





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