Documentary 'Kim Jang-ha, the Adult' re-released in April amid public support
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Published 2025.04.09. 16:25 | Updated 2025.04.09. 16:25
The award-winning and much-talked-about documentary , which is recognized as the most beautiful human documentary of our time, created a buzz since 4th and is set to welcome audiences through 'special meetings' at CGV and independent art theaters.
A miraculous story of an 'adult' that has unfolded for over 60 years in one city. The human documentary , which inspires a desire to become better individuals, will be re-released in April thanks to the support of audiences.
Since 4th, a scene in the film , featuring acting Constitutional Court Chief Justice Moon Hyung-bae speaking as a 'Kim Jang-ha scholarship student,' has become a hot topic. After passing the bar exam, Kim Jang-ha advised him, 'I only gave you what you have in this society, so if you think you need to repay it, repay it to society.' The view count of this clip has surged explosively on the Cinema Dal YouTube channel and various communities, generating a heated word of mouth, and it is expected to continue the special meetings at CGV nationwide, supported by enthusiastic audience responses. It is expected to expand screenings to independent theaters across the country, a very unusual occurrence for Korean independent films returning to theaters after 1 year and 6 months since its release. This reflects the fervent response of the public longing for a new spring that heralds change.
The film is known as the movie version of the documentary 'Kim Jang-ha' by MBC Gyeongnam, which won the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards TV Documentary Prize. It tells the story of Kim Jang-ha, a herbalist and philanthropist who worked in the Jinju area for 60 years, and journalist Kim Joo-wan, who contributed to local media throughout his life. Following its airing by MBC Gyeongnam at the end of 2022 and subsequent online release, it garnered recognition as a 'must-see documentary' attracting 30,000 viewers, telling 'the story of a true adult of our time.' The re-release poster features the copy, 'I wanted to meet you and become a better person,' indicating that our time's human documentary will provide healing and touching moments for audiences tired from a busy and harsh society through the life of Kim Jang-ha, who has consistently demonstrated kindness and altruism.
'What does a 'true adult' whom many admire and love look like?' The human documentary , which aims to reveal this to society through the mission of a local journalist, is set for a re-release in April supported by audiences.
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