Crossing poster

Crossing (2008)

7.1 โ˜…20081h 47mKO
Drama

Directed by Kim Tae-gyun

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

KO

Release

June 5, 2008

Director

Kim Tae-gyun

Official Trailer

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Overview

Yong-soo is an ex-soccer player who lives in a small coal-mine village in North Korea with his wife and young son, Joon. Although living in extreme poverty like many other families in North Korea, the family is happy just to be with each other. Then one day, Yong-soo's pregnant wife becomes critical...

Cast

Cha In-pyo

Cha In-pyo

Kim Yong-soo

Shin Myeong-cheol

Shin Myeong-cheol

Kim Joon

Joo Ah-reum

Joo Ah-reum

Mi-seon

Jeong In-gi

Jeong In-gi

Sang-cheol

Lee Young-hoo

Lee Young-hoo

Factory Manager

Kim Jae-rok

Kim Jae-rok

NGO Planner

Bae Joong-sik

Bae Joong-sik

Safety Officer

Jang So-yeon

Jang So-yeon

Do Yong-gu

Do Yong-gu

Jo Gyu-chul

Jo Gyu-chul

Limping Young Man

Oh Min-ae

Oh Min-ae

Defector

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Crossing (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Yong-soo is an ex-soccer player who lives in a small coal-mine village in North Korea with his wife and young son, Joon. Although living in extreme poverty like many other families in North Korea, the family is happy just to be with each other. Then one day, Yong-soo's pregnant wife becomes critically ill. Let alone medicine, Yong-soo can't even find food for her in North Korea. So he decides to secretly cross the border to China hoping to find the medicine for his wife.

๐Ÿ›‘ Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Crossing. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

๐Ÿ† Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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