Pyeongyang Neangmyeon

The documentary follows Cheoljung, the chief chef of Okryugwan in North Korea, as he navigates his past and present. Separated from his younger brother in South Korea, Cheoljung is tasked with preparing Pyongyang Naengmyeon at the 2018 Inter-Korean Panmunjom Summit. This dish holds nostalgic significance as it was once lovingly made by their mother for the family.

Clocking in at 26 minutes, the film provides a poignant look at the complexities of inter-Korean relations through the intimate act of cooking. The narrative emphasizes the emotional weight of food as a cultural connector between separated families. Collectors of documentary films will find value in its unique perspective on a significant historical moment and the personal stories that intertwine with it.