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Traces of Life
Traces of Life
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Traces of Life

Original Title: Saeng-ŭi Hŭnjŏk

1989
2h 2m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1989

Runtime

2h 2m

Storyline

This is the story of Ji Jun, the widow of a sailor who swims out to an American warship with a mine in his hands and destroys it Kamikaze fashion during the Korean War. The sailor is a true believer in the revolution, while his wife cares more about what goes on in the household. In a change of heart, she decides to return to his farming village and work with the other beneficiaries of land reform to produce food for the revolution.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
2h 2m
Jan 30, 1989
Languages
Korean
Director
Jo Kyong-sun
Production
Korean Film
Korean Film
Production Countries
North Korea

Top Cast

3 Cast Members

Mi Ran Oh

Mi Ran Oh

Paek Yong-hui

Ri Won-kok

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