A State of Mind
Synopsis
Two young North Korean gymnasts prepare for an unprecedented competition in this documentary that offers a rare look into the communist society and the daily lives of North Korean families. For more than eight months, film crews follow 13-year-old Pak Hyon Sun and 11-year-old Kim Song Yun and their families as the girls train for the Mass Games, a spectacular nationalist celebration.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: IMDB (Pyongyang)
Festival / Special Debut
August 10, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Gordon
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Gordon
- Original Title
- A State of Mind
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- VeryMuchSo Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Gordon
Daniel Gordon
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Daniel Gordon
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Daniel Gordon
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What is A State of Mind about?
Two young North Korean gymnasts prepare for an unprecedented competition in this documentary that offers a rare look into the communist society and the daily lives of North Korean families. For more than eight months, film crews follow 13-year-old Pak Hyon Sun and 11-year-old Kim Song Yun and their families as the girls train for the Mass Games, a spectacular nationalist celebration.
Who directed A State of Mind?
A State of Mind was directed by Daniel Gordon.
Who stars in A State of Mind?
The principal cast of A State of Mind includes Daniel Gordon, Hyon Sun Pak, Song Yun Kim, Kim Jong-il, Kim Jong-ho.
When was A State of Mind released and how long is it?
A State of Mind was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.