K-Family Affairs (2025)

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In her first feature-length documentary, filmmaker Nam Arum turns her camera on her parents, two members of South Korea’s 386 Generation. The political activism of this generation came to a head in June 1987 with major protests that forced the authoritarian government to hold universal suffrage elections and implement key democratic reforms. Over 35 years later, the filmmaker reflects on the state of this democracy through a warm-hearted family portrait set against the backdrop of the country’s recent history. Using a personal and intimate cinematic style, Arum examines her father's adherence to conventionality as a high-ranking civil servant and her mother's fervent enthusiasm as a feminist activist. In the midst of these two contrasting dynamics, Arum seeks to discover her own role and how she can contribute to social change.

Director: Nam A-rum
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 91 min
Release Date:
Country: South Korea
Language: 한국어/조선말
Original Language: ko

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What is K-Family Affairs about?
In her first feature-length documentary, filmmaker Nam Arum turns her camera on her parents, two members of South Korea’s 386 Generation. The political activism of this generation came to a head in June 1987 with major protests that forced the authoritarian government to hold universal suffrage elections and implement key democratic reforms. Over 35 years later, the filmmaker reflects on the state of this democracy through a warm-hearted family portrait set against the backdrop of the country’s recent history. Using a personal and intimate cinematic style, Arum examines her father's adherence to conventionality as a high-ranking civil servant and her mother's fervent enthusiasm as a feminist activist. In the midst of these two contrasting dynamics, Arum seeks to discover her own role and how she can contribute to social change.
Who directed K-Family Affairs?
K-Family Affairs was directed by Nam A-rum.
How long is K-Family Affairs?
K-Family Affairs has a runtime of 1h 31m (91 minutes).
What genre is K-Family Affairs?
K-Family Affairs is a Documentary film.
Where was K-Family Affairs produced?
K-Family Affairs was produced in South Korea.