Repatriation
Originally released in 2004. Repatriation is a documentary film. directed by Kim Dong-won. With a runtime of 2h 29m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Synopsis
In 1992, political prisoners from North Korea settled in the South Korean town where filmmaker Dong-won Kim lived. Sent to South Korea as spies during the war, they spent 30 years in jail. How did they endure the many years of torture? What will become of them now that they have been released? Twelve years in the making, Repatriation is a very personal view of a country divided by an ongoing cold war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 19, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
2h 29m
149 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
Production Companies
- Indiestory
- P.U.R.N Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Repatriation about?
In 1992, political prisoners from North Korea settled in the South Korean town where filmmaker Dong-won Kim lived. Sent to South Korea as spies during the war, they spent 30 years in jail. How did ...
Who directed Repatriation?
Repatriation was directed by Kim Dong-won.
How long is Repatriation?
Repatriation has a runtime of 2 hours and 29 minutes (149 minutes total).
When was Repatriation released?
Repatriation was released on March 19, 2004 in theaters.