GYOPO

Many of us have turned our attention to the political and societal upheaval in South Korea, especially while massive protests continue in Seoul.

GYOPO’s final program of the year takes a look at the conditions of women living in South Korea and Singapore, with a critical analysis of the K-beauty industry and discussion on aging, Disability and urban space.

Join Korean Seoul-based artist Minkyung Choi and Singaporean artist Weng San Sit in discussion with Elise Hu, author of FLAWLESS for a screening followed by presentations and a discussion on Saturday 12/14.

At 1pm, we will host an optional screening of“A Manual for Timeless Youth (영원한 젊음을 위한 매뉴얼),” 2024, 50 min., which has been exhibited extensively in Korea. This is a special opportunity to experience “Timeless Youth,” a collaborative project by Minkyung Choi and Weng San Sit that investigates our individual & collective aspirations for “youth” and newness. It attempts to understand the ways in which the phenomena is echoed in all aspects of our lives; from identities to our bodies to urban spaces, and in social, cultural, scientific and virtual spheres. Focusing on the Korean and Singaporean societies, ”Timeless Youth” explores this pursuit for youth and modernity and its often contentious relationship with our history and memory.

At 2pm, Minkyung Choi, Weng San Sit, and Elise Hu will present on their work and engage in a conversation.

Hu’s FLAWLESS is a journalistic exploration of the present and future of beauty through the lens of South Korea’s booming “K-beauty” industry and the culture it promotes. Elise Hu is host of TED Talks Daily and co-host of Forever 35, and host-at-large for NPR.

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