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Shadow Flowers (2021)

Movie 109 min

Documentary

Ryun-hee Kim, a North Korean housewife, was forced to come to South Korea and became its citizen against her will. As her seven years of struggle to go back to her family in North Korea continues, the political absurdity hinders her journey back to her loved ones. The life of her family in the North goes on in emptiness, and she fears that she might become someone, like a shadow, who exists only in the fading memory of her family.​

Yi Seung-jun Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 27, 2021
Runtime
109 min
IMDb
tt13126844
Country
South Korea
Language
Korean
Studio
Bluebird Pictures, Atnine Film

Themes

Cast

Kim Ryun-hee Herself

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Frequently asked questions

What is Shadow Flowers about?
Ryun-hee Kim, a North Korean housewife, was forced to come to South Korea and became its citizen against her will. As her seven years of struggle to go back to her family in North Korea continues, the political absurdity hinders her journey back to her loved ones. The life of her family in the North goes on in emptiness, and she fears that she might become someone, like a shadow, who exists only in the fading memory of her family.​
Who directed Shadow Flowers?
Shadow Flowers was directed by Yi Seung-jun.
Who stars in Shadow Flowers?
Shadow Flowers stars Kim Ryun-hee.
When was Shadow Flowers released?
Shadow Flowers is a 2021 documentary film.
Where can I watch Shadow Flowers?
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