Tuesday, 13 May 2008
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The movie Crossing
I haven't talked much about this with anyone beside my family and close friends in the past but North Korea has always been a place that my heart aches for. I think this is the case for any Korean, whether you were born in the US or not, the stories of the refugees that escape N. Korea and the living conditions of the people there are heartbreaking. I know there is a lot of work being done through various organizations for the plight of North Koreans and refugees but I think the most powerful thing I've seen in a long time is the trailer for the movie Crossing. I only saw the trailer and can only imagine how powerful the entire film will be!
This film, which will be released in Korea in June, tells the story and the plight of North Korean refugees through one family's struggle, survival and love for one another. According to my PSALT newsletter:
We cannot praise this movie enough for the truthful care and respect in telling the story of so many North Korean refugees, and the beauty and quality of the film. It's a masterpiece. You learn so much about the lives of North Koreans and the plight of North Korean refugees, but the story is so well told, and the themes so universal that you connect with the characters and cannot walk away without being deeply moved. North Korean defectors who watched this movie at a private screening could not believe how well-made it was and how closely it mirrored so many of their lives. People are saying that this movie is like what 'Diary of Anne Frank' did for Nazi Germany. We've also heard people liken the movie to 'Schindler's List' for the impact it brings to its subject of focus. We are so thankful that a movie of this quality exists and will soon be available to share with the world. Please spread the word about this 'CROSSING' -- add it to your blogs and web-postings.Official Website: http://www.crossing2008.co.kr/main/main.asp
Actor Cha In Pyo's personal 'diary' log during filming: http://www.crossing2008.co.kr/asp2/event2/The trailer is in Korean but even if you don't understand Korean, I think you can understand the pain, beauty and emotion behind this film. I will definitely be on the lookout for US showings of this movie. If anyone hears about this film playing in the NYC area please let me know. Thanks!
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Comments (10)
oh man just reading (REALLY slowly) the character quotes made me teary. sounds like it's a story that needs to be told. and on a plus side, i'm glad korea is producing more quality FILMS, and not just k-drama crap.
@haemina - me too! I know I will be an emotional wreck watching this movie but it looks so well made. I can't wait to watch it.
even though I'm not Korean but my wife and inlaws are Korean, but from the North before all the North South stuff happened. It makes me sad that my wife has family still there but can never visit. But it's crazy how the north lives in a false reality.
Watch the North fall once the great Middle Kingdom (China) has it's communist government collapse.
Oh, that does sound like a good movie!
Yay for subscribing! I repayed the gratitude. And I have yet to check out the revelife website. I went there a few days ago, but didn't really have time to check it out. I need to make time to do that!
Have a great day!
Wow, this sounds like a very good movie. Will they ever release it with subtitles, I wonder?
Thanks for the subs back! I'd like to watch this movie as well....
This movie must be touching...thanks for sharing. Nita*=)
I have not seen this movie yet, but I will give it a look on your recommendation. Praise Christ, sister.
contact me I have English version this movie.send me e-mail ychoi2@liberty.edu.
I'm praying for open door North Korea
@ychoi2 - Aww thanks so much for your offer. I actually saw this recently at my church and was amazed and touched.
What did you think of the movie?