April 20, 2024
Analysis

A N. Korean fisherman “defects”: Kim Ki-duk’s “The Net”

A new film examines a N.Korean fisherman stranded in S. Korea and framed as a spy

Award-winning South Korean director Kim Ki-duk is back with his latest movie The Net, featuring charismatic actor Ryoo Seung-bum as a North Korean fisherman stranded on South Korean shores.

Having won multiple awards, including the Golden Lion at the 69th Venice International Film Festival, Kim’s latest project will be especially enjoyable for North Korea watchers, filled with socio-political references to look out for.

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