The Lovers and the Despot (2016)
• September 22nd, 2016 • 1h 38min
Documentary, History
Overview
Hong Kong, 1978. South Korean actress Choi Eun-hee is kidnapped by North Korean operatives following orders from dictator Kim Jong-il.
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