North and South
남과 북
Synopsis
Based on a radio drama, this wartime melodrama revolves around a woman caught between two men: her husband, a South Korean lieutenant, and her former lover, a North Korean officer who defects to come find her. The film portrays not only their tragic love triangle but also the empathetic bond that develops between the two men.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Kee-duk
- Screenplay & Story
- Han Woon-sa
- Original Title
- 남과 북
- Country of Origin
- South Korea
- Spoken Languages
- Korean
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Geukdong Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Kee-duk
Han Woon-sa
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Kim Kee-duk
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Han Woon-sa
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Frequently Asked Questions About North and South
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What is North and South about?
Based on a radio drama, this wartime melodrama revolves around a woman caught between two men: her husband, a South Korean lieutenant, and her former lover, a North Korean officer who defects to come find her. The film portrays not only their tragic love triangle but also the empathetic bond that develops between the two men.
Who directed North and South?
North and South was directed by Kim Kee-duk.
Who stars in North and South?
The principal cast of North and South includes Choi Mu-ryong, Shin Young-kyun, Um Aing-ran, Namkoong Won, Choi Nam-hyun.
When was North and South released and how long is it?
North and South was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.