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Under the Sun 2016

This intimate documentary follows 8-year-old Zin-mi as she prepares to join the Korean Children's Union in Pyongyang. Through the lens of a camera, we witness her family’s participation in the country's patriotic rituals and their efforts to portray an “ideal” image. The film offers a revealing look at daily life in North Korea, showcasing a blend of solemn moments and quiet displays of human connection, while subtly exploring the pressures of conformity.

This intimate documentary follows 8-year-old Zin-mi as she prepares to join the Korean Children's Union in Pyongyang. Through the lens of a camera, we witness her family’s participation in the country's patriotic rituals and their efforts to portray an “ideal” image. The film offers a revealing look at daily life in North Korea, showcasing a blend of solemn moments and quiet displays of human connection, while subtly exploring the pressures of conformity.

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Under the Sun does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Metacritic

81

Metascore

6.6

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

94%

TOMATOMETER

review

70%

User Score

TMDB

72

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User Score

Movie Insider

4.50/5

From 2 fan ratings

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32nd Film Independent Spirit Awards 2017

Nomination

Best Documentary Feature

72nd Academy Awards 2000

Nomination

Foreign Language Film

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Under The Sun Official Trailer (2015)

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