Kim-Gun (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2019, Kim-Gun is a documentary film directed by Kang Sang-woo, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. KIM-GUN searches for the whereabouts of a young man whose identity has sparked a national controversy over the 1980 May 18 Gwangju Uprising. Starting with the vague memories of those who had crossed paths with him during that time, the film tracks down those who participated in the Uprising as “Citizen Soldiers.” It also traces KIM’s final steps, based on photographic clues found in the firearms he carried and the “Surveillance Truck No. 10” in which he rode. By identifying KIM-GUN, we believe that we can find valuable leads to resolving the ongoing controversy over May 18. Why did a nameless young man join the Uprising? Why did he take up arms? Where has he gone afterwards? It is the answers to these questions that the film seeks.
Who’s in it. Kim-Gun stars Ahn Jee-hwan, Kim goon, Ji man won and Lee chang sung, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Kim-Gun sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kim-Gun page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kim-Gun (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kim-Gun change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kim-Gun worth watching?
- Kim-Gun holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Kim-Gun?
- Kim-Gun stars Ahn Jee-hwan, Kim goon, Ji man won, Lee chang sung and Ju ok.
- When was Kim-Gun released?
- Kim-Gun was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.