From Spring to Summer

Set during World War II, From Spring to Summer tells the story of Masha, a female Russian soldier on a critical mission. She seeks to uncover a secret Japanese base in Korea, but tragedy strikes as her companions are killed, leaving her to rely on a local fisherman for survival. Masha’s urgency to relay vital information back to her army is heightened by the impending threat of the "Sakura Plan," a biological warfare strategy by the Japanese.

This film not only showcases the action and drama typical of war narratives but also provides insight into the historical context of the era. The collaboration between North Korean and Soviet filmmakers marks it as a distinctive piece of cinema from that time. With a runtime of 93 minutes, it captures the tension and stakes faced by soldiers in wartime, particularly through the lens of a female protagonist navigating danger and isolation.