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shareCome join us for this in-person combination screening of the New York City premiere of the short FIRST SUMMER followed by the East Coast premiere of BEFORE THE CALL.
Following the screening will be a Q&A with director James Choi of BEFORE THE CALL. It will be moderated by AAIFF programmer Dayoung Lee.
In this program
First Summer
Directed by Heo Gayoung
When her longtime dance partner and lover Haksu suddenly dies, Yeongsun learns his 49th-day memorial falls on the same day as her granddaughter’s wedding. As she faces Haksu’s death, she slowly begins to reflect on her own life.
Before the Call
Directed by James Choi
As a global crisis escalates and Korean soldiers are sent overseas, a young man in Seoul counts down the hours to his impending military service, reflecting on identity, duty, and the choices that shape us.
Dates & Times
Village East by Angelika
August 9, 2026
4:30 pm
