The highly anticipated sci-fi film “Snowpiercer” will make its U.S. debut at the 20th LA Film Fest as the focus film of the Opening Night Gala on June 11. Directed by Bong Joon Ho, “Snowpiercer” stars Korean actors Song Kang Ho and Go An Sung, alongside Hollywood actors Chris Evans, Tilda Swinton, Jamie Bell, Octavia Spencer, and Ed Harris. Bong Joon Ho received acclaim after directing “The Host” and “Memories of Mother”, while renown director Park Chan Wook is the producer “Snowpiercer." “Snowpiercer” is a post-apocalyptic tale of the journey of people who were fortunate enough to gain a spot on the Snowpiercer, a train which provides salvation from the harsh effects of a global warming experiment that went awry.

Although, the film has been delayed in its U.S. release, “Snowpiercer” was a blockbuster in Korea. “Snowpiercer” was also well-received by audiences in France and China. “Snowpiercer” delivers commentary on the effects of global warming and the way in which society adapts to worldwide crises. Truly reflecting a global story, “Snowpiercer” was filmed within the Czech Republic, France, South Korea, and the United States. The film includes English, Korean, Japanese, and French as spoken languages and will be screened with English subtitles. “Snowpiercer” will be released in U.S. theaters on June 27.

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