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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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GRIMES, Iowa, Oct. 31, 2012 – Film distributor 5 Points Pictures is pleased to announce the two-disc, special-edition DVD release of PUNCH will be available on February 19, 2013.
A coming-of-age story with equal parts humor and humanity, Punch features direction by LEE Han (Lover’s Concerto, Almost Love) and standout performances from YOO Ah-in (Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Antique) and KIM Yun-seok (The Thieves, The Chaser), along with KIM Sang-ho (Moss, City Hunter TV), PARK Soo-young (Architecture 101) and Jasmine LEE.
Punch was one of 2011’s surprise box-office champs – with more than 5.3 million tickets sold in South Korea – and following its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, it went on to screen at the Berlin International Film Festival, Udine Far East Film Festival, Shanghai International Film Festival, and Fantasia Film Festival, as well as throughout North America.
Based upon a best-selling young-adult novel by KIM Ryeo-ryeong, Punch was produced by UBU Film and Another Pictures. It is presented by CJ Entertainment.
5 Points Pictures’ release of PUNCH will feature an upgraded English translation of the film, plus nearly an hour and 15 minutes of translated and subtitled video extras from the South Korean limited-edition releases.
Visit www.5pointspictures.com for more information about Punch, to sign up for 5 Points Pictures’ newsletter and press release lists, or to inquire about retail opportunities.
About PUNCH
“During my second year of high school, I met the greatest opponent of my life…”
Wan-deuk (YOO Ah-in, Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Antique) is a soft-spoken rebel who has all the makings of an at-risk youth. He comes from a poor family headed by a hunchback father and a stammering uncle. He is a quiet loner, who best expresses himself with his fists. And he has no dreams for the future beyond the day he can escape the watchful eye of his meddling homeroom teacher, Dong-ju… who just happens to live right next door.
Dong-ju (KIM Yun-seok, The Thieves, The Chaser) is no ordinary educator. He speaks bluntly and seems more concerned with the world outside the classroom than school regulations. Dong-ju takes a particular interest in his young neighbor’s life. And one day, he blindsides Wan-deuk with some unexpected information: The mother Wan-deuk never knew is a Filipino immigrant, and she wants to see him…
Includes the feature film – plus over an hour of video extras – all with on/off English subtitles!
PUNCH Two-Disc Special Edition
Original Title: 완득이 / Wan-deuk Yi
Format: DVD (Region 1)
Pre-Book: 1/22/2013
Street Date: 2/19/2013
Feature Runtime: 107 minutes, exclusive of bonus material.
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Suggested Rating: 13+
Country of Origin: South Korea
Year: 2011
Audio: Korean (Dolby Digi tal 5.1)
Subtitles: On/off English subtitles and English on-screen translations
Video: 2.35:1 Anamorphic widescreen, Color
Catalog #: FPDVD1324
ISBN: 1-57032-738-6
UPC: 7-42617-1324-2-1
SRP: $29.99
Discs: 2
Case Quantity: 30
Features:
Story Before the Movie, About the Characters, “Hey You, Doh Wan-deuk!,” Music Story, deleted scenes (with on/off director commentary), poster shoot video, image gallery, original South Korean trailer, director and cast bios, and liner notes, plus 5 Points Pictures trailers.
* Cover Art: outgoing.rightstuf.com/sleeves/fpdvd1324.jpg
Punch © 2011 CJ E&M Corporation
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** Product specifications and content may be subject to change.
ABOUT 5 POINTS PICTURES
5 Points Pictures is the live-action film distribution arm of Right Stuf, Inc., a firm with 25 years of experience in marketing Asian entertainment to English-speaking audiences, via online retailer RightStuf.com and anime specialty label Nozomi Entertainment. 5 Points Pictures is dedicated to acquiring, introducing and distributing an eclectic array of live-action programming to North American audiences who demand both quality presentation and premier content. For more information, visit www.5pointspictures.com.
CONTACT:
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5 POINTS PICTURES Announces the February 2013
Special-Edition DVD Release of PUNCH
Comedic coming-of-age drama to include new English subtitles,
plus almost an hour and 15 minutes of translated video extras.
Special-Edition DVD Release of PUNCH
Comedic coming-of-age drama to include new English subtitles,
plus almost an hour and 15 minutes of translated video extras.
GRIMES, Iowa, Oct. 31, 2012 – Film distributor 5 Points Pictures is pleased to announce the two-disc, special-edition DVD release of PUNCH will be available on February 19, 2013.
A coming-of-age story with equal parts humor and humanity, Punch features direction by LEE Han (Lover’s Concerto, Almost Love) and standout performances from YOO Ah-in (Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Antique) and KIM Yun-seok (The Thieves, The Chaser), along with KIM Sang-ho (Moss, City Hunter TV), PARK Soo-young (Architecture 101) and Jasmine LEE.
Punch was one of 2011’s surprise box-office champs – with more than 5.3 million tickets sold in South Korea – and following its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, it went on to screen at the Berlin International Film Festival, Udine Far East Film Festival, Shanghai International Film Festival, and Fantasia Film Festival, as well as throughout North America.
Based upon a best-selling young-adult novel by KIM Ryeo-ryeong, Punch was produced by UBU Film and Another Pictures. It is presented by CJ Entertainment.
“both moving and challenging, offering an appealing set of
offbeat characters, sly humour and honest human drama.”
– James Mudge, BeyondHollywood.com
“I was so invested in the film’s protagonists that I was sad
to be leaving them when the credits rolled.
This is the kind of film that reminds you why
Korean cinema is so well-regarded.”
– Pierce Conran, Modern Korean Cinema
***
Best Actor: Kim Yun-seok ▪ Discovery Award: Yoo Ah-in
3rd Film of the Year Awards, Korea Film Reporters Association
***
offbeat characters, sly humour and honest human drama.”
– James Mudge, BeyondHollywood.com
“I was so invested in the film’s protagonists that I was sad
to be leaving them when the credits rolled.
This is the kind of film that reminds you why
Korean cinema is so well-regarded.”
– Pierce Conran, Modern Korean Cinema
***
Best Actor: Kim Yun-seok ▪ Discovery Award: Yoo Ah-in
3rd Film of the Year Awards, Korea Film Reporters Association
***
5 Points Pictures’ release of PUNCH will feature an upgraded English translation of the film, plus nearly an hour and 15 minutes of translated and subtitled video extras from the South Korean limited-edition releases.
Visit www.5pointspictures.com for more information about Punch, to sign up for 5 Points Pictures’ newsletter and press release lists, or to inquire about retail opportunities.
About PUNCH
“During my second year of high school, I met the greatest opponent of my life…”
Wan-deuk (YOO Ah-in, Sungkyunkwan Scandal, Antique) is a soft-spoken rebel who has all the makings of an at-risk youth. He comes from a poor family headed by a hunchback father and a stammering uncle. He is a quiet loner, who best expresses himself with his fists. And he has no dreams for the future beyond the day he can escape the watchful eye of his meddling homeroom teacher, Dong-ju… who just happens to live right next door.
Dong-ju (KIM Yun-seok, The Thieves, The Chaser) is no ordinary educator. He speaks bluntly and seems more concerned with the world outside the classroom than school regulations. Dong-ju takes a particular interest in his young neighbor’s life. And one day, he blindsides Wan-deuk with some unexpected information: The mother Wan-deuk never knew is a Filipino immigrant, and she wants to see him…
Includes the feature film – plus over an hour of video extras – all with on/off English subtitles!
PUNCH Two-Disc Special Edition
Original Title: 완득이 / Wan-deuk Yi
Format: DVD (Region 1)
Pre-Book: 1/22/2013
Street Date: 2/19/2013
Feature Runtime: 107 minutes, exclusive of bonus material.
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Suggested Rating: 13+
Country of Origin: South Korea
Year: 2011
Audio: Korean (Dolby Digi tal 5.1)
Subtitles: On/off English subtitles and English on-screen translations
Video: 2.35:1 Anamorphic widescreen, Color
Catalog #: FPDVD1324
ISBN: 1-57032-738-6
UPC: 7-42617-1324-2-1
SRP: $29.99
Discs: 2
Case Quantity: 30
Features:
Story Before the Movie, About the Characters, “Hey You, Doh Wan-deuk!,” Music Story, deleted scenes (with on/off director commentary), poster shoot video, image gallery, original South Korean trailer, director and cast bios, and liner notes, plus 5 Points Pictures trailers.
* Cover Art: outgoing.rightstuf.com/sleeves/fpdvd1324.jpg
Punch © 2011 CJ E&M Corporation
* To view this image, cut and paste the URL into your Web browser.
** Product specifications and content may be subject to change.
ABOUT 5 POINTS PICTURES
5 Points Pictures is the live-action film distribution arm of Right Stuf, Inc., a firm with 25 years of experience in marketing Asian entertainment to English-speaking audiences, via online retailer RightStuf.com and anime specialty label Nozomi Entertainment. 5 Points Pictures is dedicated to acquiring, introducing and distributing an eclectic array of live-action programming to North American audiences who demand both quality presentation and premier content. For more information, visit www.5pointspictures.com.