Missing Korea
Missing Korea

Missing Korea

2015TV ShowEnded1 SeasonKorean

“Missing Korea” is a romantic comedy set in the fictional year of 2020 when North and South Korea have taken significant steps towards reunification. One of those steps include hosting the first-ever combined Miss Korea pageant.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jeong Yong-juGenres: Sci-Fi, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a near future where North and South Korea have reunited, a South Korean scientist, who is secretly an operative, is tasked with developing a new form of kimchi. His mission becomes complicated when he falls for a North Korean woman and uncovers a conspiracy that could jeopardize the fragile peace between the two nations.

Critical Reception

Missing Korea received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its unique premise and attempt to blend sci-fi with social commentary on Korean reunification. However, some found the pacing uneven and the humor occasionally falling flat.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original concept exploring Korean reunification through a sci-fi lens.
  • Noted for its blend of humor, drama, and political undertones.
  • Some critics found the execution and narrative less compelling than the initial idea.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented on Google. However, when available, reviews often highlight the film's thought-provoking themes and its satirical take on inter-Korean relations.

Fun Fact

The film was an independent production that aimed to spark dialogue about the complexities and potential future of a unified Korea, using a unique blend of genres to do so.

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