The Art of Fighting: Martial Arts & Violence in East Asian Cinema

Co-presenter: Jennifer M. Yoo
Last presented at: Connecticon 2023

Program description:
From the weightless grace of the flying swords of wuxia (Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, 2000) to the gritty violence of Korean revenge films (Oldboy, 2003), depictions of fighting vary greatly across the genres of East Asian cinema. Whether you’re a film enthusiast, an action lover, or just curious about East Asian culture/history, you will get a “kick” out of this panel!

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Japanese Folklore: A Field Guide to Yokai

Co-presenter: Jennifer M. Yoo
Last presented at: Connecticon 2023

Program description:
Ever wondered what a tengu really is, or how to survive an encounter with a kappa? Find out the answers here! Join us as we explore the supernatural side of Japan, its monstrous creatures and demons, its strange stories and superstitions, as well as its continued influence on popular culture.

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Japanese Folklore: Yuurei, Hauntings, Urban Legends

Co-presenter: Jennifer M. Yoo
Last presented at: Connecticon 2023

Program description:
From the traditional ghosts that have set the foundations of Japanese horror to the more recent hauntings and superstitions of modern Japan, join us as we explore a darker, more macabre side to Japanese folklore.

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Shamans, Goblins, Ghosts: An Introduction to Korean Folklore

Co-presenter: Jennifer M. Yoo
Last presented at: Connecticon 2023

Program description:
From shamans and gods to goblins and ghosts, Korea is rich with folkloric history that is prevalent even in modern day. Come learn about how a king became a dragon, what exactly a Korean goblin (dokkaebi) is, and why there are 1 million fortune-tellers and shamans in South Korea.

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