Film Lens
After Diving Bell reports on the failed rescue efforts during the Sewol ferry disaster in South Korea. It examines the political climate under President Park Geun-hye, detailing how her government attempted to control media narratives surrounding the incident. The film specifically addresses the sabotage of the documentary 'Diving Bell' at the Busan International Film Festival, highlighting the lengths to which the government went to suppress dissenting views.
The documentary presents a critical view of the intersection between politics and media during a national tragedy. It emphasizes the implications of media control on public perception and accountability, particularly in the context of the Sewol incident, which remains a significant event in South Korean history.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of media control on the Sewol disaster narrative.
- •Find out how politics influenced the Busan Film Festival.
- •Meet the families affected by the Sewol tragedy.
Did You Know
•The Sewol ferry disaster occurred in April 2014, resulting in 304 deaths.
•President Park Geun-hye's government sabotaged 'Diving Bell' in 2014.
•The documentary has a runtime of 76 minutes.
•The Busan International Film Festival was targeted for media control.
Perfect For
South Korean historyPolitical documentariesMedia control