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DPRK: The Land Of Whispers
North Korea lies somewhere between a 1930′s Soviet Union frozen in time and a dark, futuristic vision of society… as imagined back in the 70′s.
North Korea lies somewhere between a 1930′s Soviet Union frozen in ti...
Documentary - 2013
DPRK: The Land Of Whispers
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"Land of Whispers" invites you to visit arguably the most unique and isolated travel destination in the world - not to criticize, but to observe and listen. Aside from usual highlights such as Pyongyang or Arirang, this unique one-man documentary brings you to areas such as Chongjin or Wonson, still virtually unknown to even google or wikipedia. There, I attempt to pierce through the ever-present 'national mythology' and as much as possible, I try to connect with people - such as the waitress mesmerized by tablet computers, or a tour guide cautiously fascinated by modern pop culture.
DPRK: The Land Of Whispers
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Rated:
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Runtime:
58 min
Release date:
28 Mar 2013
Country:
KR
Languages:
English, Korean
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
$0
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