Jeju Island's history is explored through director Lee Eun-hee's recounting of her mother's experiences during the 1948 Jeju April 3 Incident and its lasting impact on family and identity.
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Jeju Island's history is explored through director Lee Eun-hee's recounting of her mother's experiences during the 1948 Jeju April 3 Incident and its lasting impact on family and identity.
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Synopsis
On Jeju Island, South Korea, director Lee Eun-hee recounts her mother’s experiences during the Jeju April 3 Incident of 1948. The film focuses on the trauma that shaped family relationships and personal identity. It reflects on the struggle to maintain fading memories in a divided Korea. Lee draws connections between her mother’s story and national history, echoing themes from her earlier work, "Dear Pyongyang." The documentary runs for 118 minutes and features interviews and personal narratives.
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Why Watch
- Meet survivors of the Jeju April 3 Incident.
- Find out how trauma shapes family identity.
- See the impact of a divided Korea on personal stories.
Did You Know
- The Jeju April 3 Incident occurred in 1948, affecting thousands.
- Director Lee Eun-hee's previous film is 'Dear Pyongyang.'
- The film has a duration of 118 minutes.
- The production involved collaboration between Japan and South Korea.
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What historical event is the backdrop of 'Soup and Ideology'?
The Jeju April 3 Incident of 1948 serves as the backdrop for 'Soup and Ideology'.
Who directed the documentary 'Soup and Ideology'?
Lee Eun-hee directed the documentary 'Soup and Ideology'.
What are the production countries for 'Soup and Ideology'?
The production countries for 'Soup and Ideology' are Japan and South Korea.
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