The Juche Idea
Mar 31, 2008 · 1h 2m
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Jim FinnOverview
Jim Finn, follows a South Korean video artist in North Korea who hopes to revitalize Juche cinema, somewhat inspired by a true story of a South Korean filmmaker kidnapped in the 70s to make the North Korean film industry better. This experimental satire that examines what happens when a South Korean filmmaker sojourns into communist North Korea to breathe new life into that country's flagging, propaganda-driven movie industry. Believing that cinema can prop up North Korea's Juche Idea of self-reliance, mad dictator Kim Jong-Il pulls out all the stops to help the young émigré produce appropriate films.
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What is The Juche Idea about?
Jim Finn, follows a South Korean video artist in North Korea who hopes to revitalize Juche cinema, somewhat inspired by a true story of a South Korean filmmaker kidnapped in the 70s to make the North Korean film industry better. This experimental satire that examines what happens when a South Korean filmmaker sojourns into communist North Korea to breathe new life into that country's flagging…
When was The Juche Idea released?
The Juche Idea was released on March 31, 2008.
Where can I watch The Juche Idea?
The Juche Idea is streaming on OVID and DocAlliance Films in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on DocAlliance Films. Availability data from JustWatch.
How long is The Juche Idea?
The Juche Idea runs 1 hour 2 minutes (62 minutes).
Who directed The Juche Idea?
The Juche Idea was directed by Jim Finn.
Who is in the cast of The Juche Idea?
The cast of The Juche Idea includes Jung Yoon Lee (Yoon Jung), Daniela Kostova (Russian Woman), Sung Kim (North Korean Man) and Oleg Mavromatti (Russian Man).
Is The Juche Idea on Netflix?
No, The Juche Idea is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on OVID and DocAlliance Films instead.