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School for Defectors

School for Defectors

2026•1h 33m•Documentary

In an industrial corner of Busan, South Korea, stands the tiny Jangdaehyun School. It is home to 20 students, all of whom are North Korea defectors. With unprecedented access to a community never seen on film, SCHOOL FOR DEFECTORS gives voice to young people whom the world might otherwise overlook—illuminating not just what they’ve endured, but who they are about to become.

Jeremy Workman · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime1h 33m
LanguageEN
Release DateMar 5, 2026

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