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The Defector: Escape from North Korea

The Defector: Escape from North Korea

Dragon smuggles North Korean defectors across borders for a living, and his latest undercover trip with Sook-Ja and Yong-hee takes an unexpected turn when they are left stranded in China. This is just the start of an extraordinary 5,000 km journey.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Defector: Escape from North Korea
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2012-06-06
  • Runtime: 71 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (4 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund, Fathom Film Group
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1588
  • Languages: English, Mandarin, Korean

Cast & Crew

Dragon

Dragon

as Himself

Sook-ja

Sook-ja

as Herself

Yong-hee

Yong-hee

as Herself

External Links

Keywords

woman directornorth korean defectornorth korea

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The Defector: Escape from North Korea is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2012-06-06.

Who are the main actors in The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The main cast includes Dragon, Sook-ja, Yong-hee, .

Where can I watch The Defector: Escape from North Korea online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Defector: Escape from North Korea is available.

Is The Defector: Escape from North Korea based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The Defector: Escape from North Korea has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 4 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The soundtrack was composed by Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund, Fathom Film Group. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Defector: Escape from North Korea filmed?

The Defector: Escape from North Korea was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

The total runtime of The Defector: Escape from North Korea is 71 minutes.

Is The Defector: Escape from North Korea suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Defector: Escape from North Korea?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Defector: Escape from North Korea.

Does The Defector: Escape from North Korea have a post-credit scene?

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