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201314mSouth Korea

A Blooming Railroad

꽃피는 철길

“A Blooming Railroad”

Synopsis

The movie starts at Nampyung Station, a small train station, on a day in May. The train from Gwangju was supposed to arrive, but it didn't. Two staffs attempt to reach out, but nobody picks up the phone. The chief tries to calm himself down, saying his family in Gwangju would be safe now. The film, without direct depiction, masterfully illustrates people's sadness and anxiety around the time of the Gwangju uprising.

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Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kim Rae-won
Screenplay & Story
Kim Rae-won
Original Title
꽃피는 철길
Country of Origin
South Korea
Spoken Languages
Korean
Runtime
14m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kim Rae-won

Screenplay & Story

Kim Rae-won

Department Leadership Roster

Kim Rae-won

Director

Kim Rae-won

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Blooming Railroad.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Blooming Railroad

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Blooming Railroad about?

The movie starts at Nampyung Station, a small train station, on a day in May. The train from Gwangju was supposed to arrive, but it didn't. Two staffs attempt to reach out, but nobody picks up the phone. The chief tries to calm himself down, saying his family in Gwangju would be safe now. The film, without direct depiction, masterfully illustrates people's sadness and anxiety around the time of the Gwangju uprising.

Who directed A Blooming Railroad?

A Blooming Railroad was directed by Kim Rae-won.

Who stars in A Blooming Railroad?

The principal cast of A Blooming Railroad includes Ki Joo-bong.

When was A Blooming Railroad released and how long is it?

A Blooming Railroad was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 14m.