15
1hr 49mins

From acclaimed director Park Chan-wook, Joint Security Area is a gripping mystery set on the Korean border, unraveling fractured friendships, hidden truths, and political tension with emotional depth and suspense.

Unfortunately no Audio Description track is available for this feature.
Directors Spotlight: Park Chan-Wook
Park Chan-Wook
15
War
Contains strong language and violence
Korean

Two North Korean soldiers are killed in the border area between North and South Korea, prompting an investigation by a neutral body. The sergeant is the shooter, but the lead investigator, a Swiss-Korean woman, receives differing accounts from the two sides.

Book your tickets

Fri 2 Jan
Tue 13 Jan
Lift Out of Action

Unfortunately our lift is currently out of action and awaiting repairs. Access to all screens requires the use of stairs. If you have an upcoming booking and are concerned about access to the screen, please email our team at boxoffice@tynesidecinema.co.uk. We have step-free access to the Box Office, the Bar Cafe and Vicolo. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience.