Stephanie Ahn's 'Bedford Park' debuts at Sundance

Stephanie Ahn makes her feature directing debut with 'Bedford Park,' a tender story of two lonely Korean Americans forming an unexpected connection. The film premieres at the Sundance Film Festival. Actors Moon Choi and Son Sukku discuss the moving project in a recent interview.

'Bedford Park' marks Stephanie Ahn's first feature as a director, exploring themes of loneliness, familial burdens, and Korean American identity through the poignant narrative of two isolated individuals who connect unexpectedly. The film received positive early attention at the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, where it premiered on January 24.

A review from The Hollywood Reporter describes it as a 'delicately poignant debut,' highlighting how the protagonists navigate personal and cultural challenges. In a separate feature, stars Moon Choi and Son Sukku shared insights into the film's creation, calling it a 'moving Sundance debut.'

The project underscores emerging voices in independent cinema, focusing on authentic representations of Korean American experiences. No further production details or release plans were mentioned in the coverage.

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