Traces of Life (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1989, Traces of Life is a drama film directed by Jo Kyong-sun, running about 122 minutes.
What it’s about. This is the story of Ji Jun, the widow of a sailor who swims out to an American warship with a mine in his hands and destroys it Kamikaze fashion during the Korean War. The sailor is a true believer in the revolution, while his wife cares more about what goes on in the household. In a change of heart, she decides to return to his farming village and work with the other beneficiaries of land reform to produce food for the revolution.
Who’s in it. Traces of Life stars Oh Mi Ran, Paek Yong-hui and Ri Won-kok.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Traces of Life has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Traces of Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Traces of Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Traces of Life (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Traces of Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Traces of Life worth watching?
- Traces of Life holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Traces of Life?
- Traces of Life stars Oh Mi Ran, Paek Yong-hui and Ri Won-kok.
- When was Traces of Life released?
- Traces of Life was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.