

48m(2013)
Ap-lok river flows between North Korea and China. A point along the river runs about 48 meters. There, North Koreans risk their lives by trying to cross the river. Real stories of those people who attempt to cross the river are told.
Movie: 48m
Top 10 Billed Cast
Ryoo Hwa-yeong
Hyeon Yong-joon
Chun-Duk
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