Six people were killed and cannibalized by the Jijon-pa gang, leading to a high-profile investigation and death sentences in 1990s South Korea.
“Killed 6 People. Ate The Deadbody. Sentenced To Death.”
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Six people were killed and cannibalized by the Jijon-pa gang, leading to a high-profile investigation and death sentences in 1990s South Korea.
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Synopsis
Detectives involved in the Jijon-pa case recount their roles in apprehending the gangsters responsible for multiple murders in 1990s South Korea. The film shifts from crime to societal issues, recalling the Seongsu Bridge and Sampoong Department Store collapses, which resulted in significant loss of life. It also addresses the government's severe punishment of May 18 Uprising leaders and the implications of the death penalty in the legal system. Connections are drawn to the political climate of 2013, revealing ongoing challenges in contemporary Korea.
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Why Watch
- Meet detectives from the infamous Jijon-pa case.
- Find out about the Seongsu Bridge disaster.
- See the impact of the May 18 Uprising on Korea.
Did You Know
- The Jijon-pa case involved the killing of 6 people.
- The Seongsu Bridge collapsed in 1994, resulting in 32 deaths.
- The Sampoong Department Store collapsed in 1995, leading to 502 fatalities.
- The May 18 Uprising leaders faced harsh government punishments, including death sentences.
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What was the Jijon-pa case?
The Jijon-pa case involved a notorious gang in South Korea responsible for multiple murders, leading to the arrest of its members and subsequent death sentences.
What significant tragedies are discussed in Non Fiction Diary?
The documentary recalls the collapses of the Seongsu Bridge and the Sampoong Department Store, both of which were major disasters in South Korea during the 1990s.
Who directed Non Fiction Diary?
Non Fiction Diary was directed by Jung Yoon-suk.
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