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A Kim Jong-Il production : kidnap, torture, murder...making movies North Korean-style

Fischer, Paul (Documentary film producer)2016
Books, Manuscripts
Before becoming the world's most notorious dictator, Kim Jong-Il ran North Korea's film industry. He directed every film made in the country but knew they were nothing compared to Hollywood. Then he hit on the perfect solution: order the kidnapping of South Korea's most famous actress and her ex-husband, the country's most acclaimed director. In a jaw-dropping mission the couple were kidnapped, held hostage and then 'employed' to make films for the Dear Leader, including a remake of Godzilla. They gained Kim's trust - but could they escape?
Imprint:
UK : Penguin Books, 2016.
Collation:
xii, 367 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (black and white, and colour) ; 20 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:
9780241970003 (pbk)
Dewey class:
791.4'3'095193791.43
Local class:
791.43
Language:
English
BRN:
1111412
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