Again, the Korean obsession with Bier raises its head. Previously, we see the exotic nature of the German language and ‘culture’ in Korean.
First, Bier. Exotic, stylish, and German
The Language of Love
Or perhaps the unfortunate use of Nazi soldiers in an authorized Mac Store
Finally, today, we see North Korean catch up with a new TV Bier Ad. A true North Korean Lager, “make it a part of your daily life” they say! (Actually, they bought a factory in England and shipped it over, but Lager is a German word, right?)
There are a number of interesting commonalities between Germany and Korea. Of course there is the love for (and stereotypes of) pickled cabbage. Both countries were (and one is still) divided. And as a photographer, I’ve noticed that Korea is churning out some fantastic optics (for example Samyang 14mm and 85mm). If I ever make it to Korea, I really hope to visit this place: http://www.minimallyminimal.com/journal/2010/12/10/seoul-12-platoon-kunsthalle.html
I’ve really enjoyed your blog, hope to see more posts.