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Kim Jong un: The Man Who Rules North Korea

202558 minPG-13

Synopsis

Kim Jong-un, North Korea's secretive leader, has consolidated power through brutal tactics and an aggressive nuclear program while promoting a controlled society in Pyongyang.

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Why Watch

  • Experience the strict regulations tourists face in North Korea.
  • See the contrast between modern architecture and pervasive propaganda.
  • Gain insight into the controlled image North Korea presents to the world.

Did You Know

  • Entering North Korea with a bible is forbidden.
  • Only 5,000 Western tourists visit North Korea each year.
  • South Koreans are not allowed to participate in tourism trips to North Korea.

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North KoreaTravel restrictionsPropaganda analysis
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is forbidden to bring into North Korea?

It is forbidden to bring a bible, books in Korean or about North Korea, and to be a journalist.

How many Western tourists visit North Korea each year?

Every year, 5,000 Western tourists visit North Korea.

What did Kim Jong-un declare about tourism in North Korea?

Kim Jong-un declared that he wants two million foreigners to visit the country each year between now and 2020.

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