Hanawon (2019)

Thirty thousand North Korean defectors live in South Korea.

A compulsory stay in a Seoul facility known as Hanawon serves to prepare North Korean defectors for life under capitalism. Eight people tell of their experiences from their new lives, highlighting the challenges and prejudices that they must face in the completely different system.

Director: Romain Champalaune
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
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Music: Hakko
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hanawon about?
A compulsory stay in a Seoul facility known as Hanawon serves to prepare North Korean defectors for life under capitalism. Eight people tell of their experiences from their new lives, highlighting the challenges and prejudices that they must face in the completely different system.
Who directed Hanawon?
Hanawon was directed by Romain Champalaune.
How long is Hanawon?
Hanawon has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Hanawon?
Hanawon is a Documentary film.