Review #3: Seoul Train

Seoul Train tells the stories of several refugees trying to escape the horrible environment of North Korea. Some of the refugees try to escape to China, and others try to find the safety of of the Japanese Embassy. Something great about this documentary is the fact that they followed the families step by step as they tried to find their freedom away from North Korea. It is a very personal documentary, and the audience creates a connection with them, which enhances the emotion of the documentary. I appreciate the truthfulness of the documentary as it shows how some families succeed, while others do not, and it makes us evaluate the decision of the governments, and the work that needs to be done in order to give everyone their freedom. The ending gives the audience a little hope, as it shows the work that some people are doing, which I think is a great way to end such an emotional documentary.