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In the Absence

  • 20182018
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In the Absence (2018)
  • Documentary
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Documents the sinking of a South Korean Ferry. As a result of the ineptitude of the first response to the emerging situation, hundreds of people, mostly children lost their lives.Documents the sinking of a South Korean Ferry. As a result of the ineptitude of the first response to the emerging situation, hundreds of people, mostly children lost their lives.Documents the sinking of a South Korean Ferry. As a result of the ineptitude of the first response to the emerging situation, hundreds of people, mostly children lost their lives.
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  • Director
    • Seung-jun Yi
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    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 3 wins & 3 nominations total

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    Documents the sinking of a South Korean Ferry. As a result of the ineptitude of the first response to the emerging situation, hundreds of people, mostly children lost their lives.
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    Unbelievable
    A must see. One of the best documentaries made. Gripping and intense. Why unbelievable: government officials just standing by, only talking and showing no leadership and initiative in such a dramatic event. In contrary, a deep bow and salute to the civilian divers and parents.
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      • November 9, 2018 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • South Korea
      • United States
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      • Korean
    • Also known as
      • Bujaeui gieok
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      • 416 Documenting Group
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