Defectors
Released 3 years ago in 2023. Defectors is a documentary film. directed by Kim Hyun-kyung. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Combining a humorous and affectionate family portrait, a historical film and a search for identity, Defectors confronts the impact of the Korean War on different generations. Through encounters with a North Korean defector, Hyun kyung Kim reflects on her separation from her loved ones — such as her whimsical mother, whom she left behind in Korea upon moving to the United States.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 26, 2023
2 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Defectors about?
Combining a humorous and affectionate family portrait, a historical film and a search for identity, Defectors confronts the impact of the Korean War on different generations. Through encounters wit...
Who directed Defectors?
Defectors was directed by Kim Hyun-kyung.
How long is Defectors?
Defectors has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Defectors released?
Defectors was released on April 26, 2023 in theaters.