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Mimist

2022 1h 25m KO
Documentary
Synopsis
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A performance held in Chuncheon celebrates the 50th anniversary of the debut of the mime artist Yu Jin-gyu. The film breathlessly follows what happens before and after the performance – from rehearsals to the after party, interviews and filming. some point out that jin-gyu’s art has changed, while others try and surmise where his desires are directed. jin-gyu reflects on ‘the poetic expression of desire’ through mime and prepares to move forward.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Behind the camera

Director
Jang Gun-ho
Languages
Korean

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RUNTIME

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85 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.

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ERA

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Released 4 years ago.

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RUNTIME

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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The take

Jang Gun-ho directs. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Dialogue in Korean.

Trivia

Things worth knowing

  • 185 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.
  • 2Released 4 years ago.
  • 3Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

The technical file

Runtime
85 min · 1h 25m
Status
Released
Original language
KO

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    Release history · US

    When it landed

    • Premiere2022-08-30

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