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Escape
Movie

Escape(2024)

6.4
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96Minutes

After completing his required decade of military service and being honored as a hero, a North Korean sergeant makes a sudden shocking attempt to defect to the South, risking life and limb for the chance to finally determine his own destiny.

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The Veil
Tv Show

The Veil (2021)

7.6

The Veil is a gripping TV show that follows the intense world of espionage and investigation. With a strong male lead and a caring female lead, the story revolves around the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the betrayals they face. Get ready for an action-packed adventure filled with crime, mystery, and thrilling twists.

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Doctor Stranger
Tv Show

Doctor Stranger (2014)

7.5
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Doctor Stranger is a South Korean TV show that follows the story of a skilled doctor who has a hidden identity. He gets entangled in a web of schemes, drama, and medical challenges. With an unrequited love and a father-son relationship at stake, he must navigate the complexities of his life and find a way to save his loved ones.

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Windy Mi Poong
Tv Show

Windy Mi Poong (2017)

7.5

The romance between a bright woman, Mi-Poong, who defected from North Korea and a man, Jang-Go, in Seoul who is a stickler for the rules. Conflicts also arise over a 100 billion won inheritance.

Three Days
Tv Show

Three Days (2014)

7.1

Three shots are fired and the president of South Korea suddenly goes missing from his vacation villa. Three Days is a condensed-time thriller that follows the struggles of elite Blue House bodyguard Han Tae Kyung to find and protect the president. With the aid of local police officer Yoon Bo Won and fellow Blue House guards, will Han Tae Kyung be able to save the president before it’s too late?

The Mine
Movie

The Mine(2022)

A boy steps on a landmine during a border crossing with his mother. When his mother disappears to find help, the boy follows a group of mysterious soldiers only to find himself in a terrifying situation.

The Suspect
Movie

The Suspect(2013)

6.8
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NR
137Minutes

The Suspect is a thrilling action movie about a spy who becomes the prime suspect in a murder investigation. With the help of a North Korean defector, he must clear his name and uncover a conspiracy that goes deep into the world of espionage. Filled with intense martial arts sequences and a suspenseful plot, this movie will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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From the New World
Movie

From the New World(2023)

99Minutes

After losing her son while defecting from North Korea, Myung-sun meets a fellow defector, Sin-tek, who is the leader of the Church of the Fire. Through him, Myung-sun begins to learn about the doctrines of resurrection as they settle at a small town in South Korea.

In Our Prime
Movie

In Our Prime(2022)

6.8
117Minutes

Ji-woo, an outcast in a prestigious private high school, seeks friendship and math tutoring from Hak-sung, the school's security guard. However, their relationship faces challenges when an incident occurs within the school.

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The Net
Movie

The Net(2016)

7.3
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114Minutes

The Net is a drama movie set in South Korea that revolves around the intertwined lives of a North Korean spy, a South Korean intelligence officer, and a man accused of spying. The movie explores the themes of inter-Korean relations, politics, human rights, and the struggle for freedom. It delves into the complex world of espionage and the impact it has on individuals and societies. As the characters navigate the dangerous landscape of the Korean peninsula, they are forced to confront corruption, propaganda, and the harsh realities of life under communism and capitalism. The movie culminates in a gripping climax that leaves the audience questioning the boundaries of loyalty and the price of freedom.

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My Name Is Loh Kiwan
Movie

My Name Is Loh Kiwan(2024)

6.7
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134Minutes

After defecting from North Korea, Loh Kiwan struggles to obtain refugee status in Belgium, where he encounters a dejected woman who has lost all hope.

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One Summer Night
Movie

One Summer Night(2016)

5.4
98Minutes

Caught in forbidden love, Yong Joon defects from North Korea, leaving Jae Sung behind. Years later, a reunion forces him to choose between past and present.

DirectorsKim Hun
Poongsan
Movie

Poongsan(2011)

6.5
NR
121Minutes

Poongsan is a man who helps North Korean defectors cross the border into South Korea. He endures pain and hardship while connecting with people who share a similar longing for freedom.

Propaganda
Movie

Propaganda(2012)

7.9
NR
96Minutes

Propaganda is a documentary that delves into the history of political propaganda in Western society. It examines the role of propaganda in shaping public opinion, with a particular focus on the United States and its relationship to North and South Korea. The film explores themes of capitalism, imperialism, and the socioeconomics of propaganda, offering insights into the American way of life and its impact on global politics. Through interviews, archival footage, and expert analysis, Propaganda provides a thought-provoking examination of the power of misinformation and the manipulation of public perception.

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Crossing
Movie

Crossing(2008)

7.5
107Minutes

Crossing is a gripping South Korean drama that tells the story of a North Korean defector who embarks on a dangerous journey to leave his homeland. Faced with numerous challenges and uncertainties, he must navigate the complexities of inter-Korean relations while trying to build a new life.

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Abyss
Movie

Abyss

100Minutes

The story of Lee Tae-shik, a former anti-terrorist unit who worked as a secret agent for the National Intelligence Service, struggling to find his wife Ri Seon-hee, a North Korean defector who went missing on their first anniversary of marriage.

A North Korean girl falls in love with K-Pop and defeats North Korea! A dangerous and sweet North-South romance with her favorite idol.

Eun-seo
Movie

Eun-seo(2019)

29Minutes

North Korean Refugee Eunseo has been living in South Korea for 20 years. Now she is almost South Korean. No one knows she came from North Korea. Then her mother, who has been out of contact, comes to South Korea, and gets to live with her. People get to know that Eunseo came from North Korea, and Eunseo starts to feel uncomfortable with her mother.

north korean defector

Explore a curated collection of movies and TV shows that depict the riveting stories of North Korean defectors. Discover the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of individuals who risked everything to seek freedom and a better life. Immerse yourself in captivating narratives that shed light on the complex social and political realities of North Korea and the challenges faced by its defectors.

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