Three lives intersect as a 70-year-old Korean man, a Japanese lesbian couple, and a filmmaker confront rising hatred against LGBTQ people in South Korea.
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Three lives intersect as a 70-year-old Korean man, a Japanese lesbian couple, and a filmmaker confront rising hatred against LGBTQ people in South Korea.
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Synopsis
Lee Muk, a 70-year-old Korean known as “Mr. Pants,” lives a double life amid rising anti-LGBTQ sentiment in South Korea. A lesbian filmmaker faces hostility in a country where LGBTQ individuals often become targets. The film follows the precarious lives of Ten and Non, a Japanese lesbian couple, after the 2011 earthquake. As citizens face increasing harassment, the identities of those perpetuating hate come to light. The documentary runs for 99 minutes and was released in 2017.
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Why Watch
- Meet Lee Muk, a 70-year-old Korean LGBTQ figure.
- Find out about Ten and Non's lives post-3/11.
- See the impact of hatred on LGBTQ communities in Korea.
Did You Know
- Lee Muk is a 70-year-old Korean known as 'Mr. Pants'.
- The film features a Japanese lesbian couple, Ten and Non, after the 3/11 disaster.
- The documentary runs for 99 minutes.
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What is the duration of the documentary Troublers?
The duration of Troublers is 99 minutes.
Who are the main subjects featured in Troublers?
The main subjects include Lee Muk, a 70-year-old Korean known as 'Mr. Pants', and a Japanese lesbian couple named Ten and Non.
What societal issue does Troublers address in South Korea?
Troublers addresses the issue of hatred towards LGBTQ people in South Korea, particularly during a time of increased 'witch-hunting'.
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