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The Lovers and the Despot

The Lovers and the Despot

2016Documentary
Synopsis
After their glamorous romance ends, a famous director and actress are kidnapped by movie-obsessed dictator Kim Jong-il. Forced to play along with a bizarre filmmaking project, they get a second chance at love but only one chance at escape.
Cast
Choi Eun-hee, Paul Courtenay Hyu
Genres
Documentary

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