Forbidden Fatherland (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2020, Forbidden Fatherland is a documentary film directed by Kim Lyang, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. A documentary that deeply focuses and visits the trauma of Korea's modern history for 70 years through the life of a father whose family was indifferent.

Who’s in it. Forbidden Fatherland stars Kim Joo-yeong as Self, Lee Gwang-ja as Self, Park Kyeong-soon as Self and Kim Kyeong-jae as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Forbidden Fatherland has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forbidden Fatherland page.

If you liked it. Fans of Forbidden Fatherland tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Forbidden Fatherland (2020)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forbidden Fatherland change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Forbidden Fatherland worth watching?
Forbidden Fatherland holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Forbidden Fatherland?
Forbidden Fatherland stars Kim Joo-yeong, Lee Gwang-ja, Park Kyeong-soon, Kim Kyeong-jae and Hong Geun-jin.
When was Forbidden Fatherland released?
Forbidden Fatherland was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.