Animation
Indonesia,Japan
True North is a drama film directed by Eiji Han Shimizu and released in 2021. The story follows the life of a young boy named Jin (played by Justin Chon), who lives with his family in North Korea. Jin's father is a journalist who has been critical of the government, and one day he disappears without a trace. The rest of Jin's family is soon arrested and sent to a prison camp, where they face starvation, forced labor, and brutal punishments.
Jin is left alone, and he struggles to survive on his own in a country where he is constantly watched and threatened by the authorities. The film shows the harsh realities of life in North Korea, where basic freedoms are denied, and dissent is punished severely. Jin discovers a group of people who are planning to escape to China, and he decides to join them in the hope of finding his family and starting a new life.
True North is a poignant and powerful film that sheds light on the human rights abuses that are taking place in North Korea and the struggles of its people. It showcases the resilience and courage of those who are risking everything to find freedom and a better future.
