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16th DMZ Docs(2024)

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Yongsan, Expression in 337 Way : rhea

Rhea : Candle Light Media Center in Yongsan (JANG Hokyoung, Nungcool, Dunggeuri, KIM Junho, Song I)

  • Korea
  • 2010
  • 65min
  • 15 +
  • DCP
  • color/black and white

Synopsis

On January 20, 2009, a tragic event unfolded in Yongsan, South Korea, during a redevelopment project that led to a deadly standoff on a rooftop, claiming several lives. This documentary chronicles the individuals who stood in solidarity for a year, both on and off the rooftop, honoring those who perished. As they grieve their loss and eventually move on from the site of the tragedy, the film reflects on the collective experiences of grief, hope, and resilience during this tumultuous period.

 

£ªNo subtitle English.

Review

Nestled just behind the site of the Yongsan Tragedy was a small bar named "Pub rhea." In the wake of the tragedy, this unassuming venue became a crucial hub for activists, cultural figures, and artists dedicated to supporting the ongoing struggle and preserving the memory of the event. Yongsan, Expression in 337 Ways: rhea is an omnibus project that compiles the video works of media activists from the "Candlelight Broadcasting Station rhea," based at this location. The film vividly portrays everyday life in the aftermath of the tragedy, capturing how the bereaved families and those in solidarity continue to eat, pray, and live, even amidst ongoing trauma and state violence. Beyond documenting the tragedy and its direct victims, the film includes the broader community—neighbors, clergy, and artists who played crucial roles. The "Candlelight Broadcasting Station rhea," central to the film¡¯s subtitle, serves not only as a setting but also as a subject and protagonist, underscoring its role in the narrative of resistance and remembrance. This project initiated a practice that later expanded to other significant sites and communities in need of solidarity, demonstrating the power of grassroots media in preserving important social histories. 

Director

  • Rhea : Candle Light Media Center in Yongsan (JANG Hokyoung, Nungcool, Dunggeuri, KIM Junho, Song I)

    Pub rhea, operated by the late Lee Sang-lim, who was tragically killed in the Yongsan Tragedy on January 20, 2009, became a central hub for efforts to uncover the truth behind the incident. It evolved into a vibrant cultural space, serving as a base for artists and activists striving to recontextualize the tragedy. This venue became a headquarters for numerous activists and cultural figures, and it was here that the "Candlelight Broadcasting Station rhea" took root, embodying the spirit of grassroots media and community resistance.

Credit

  • ProducerRhea