School for Defectors
Director: Jeremy Workman
In an industrial corner of Busan, South Korea, stands the tiny Jangdaehyun School. It is home to 20 students, all of whom are North Korea defectors. With unprecedented access to a community never seen on film, SCHOOL FOR DEFECTORS gives voice to young people whom the world might otherwise overlook—illuminating not just what they’ve endured, but who they are about to become.
In brief
School for Defectors (2026) is a documentary film. The film has not yet gathered many viewer ratings. The film runs 1h 33min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
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School for Defectors runs 93 minutes (1h 33min).
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School for Defectors was released in 2026.
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