Seoul Searching (2016)

Other name: 서울 캠프 1986, Seoul Seoching

Description:

In the vibrant 1980s, "Seoul Searching" plunges into a unique summer camp experience orchestrated by the Korean government. Designed for gyopo, foreign-born teenagers, the program aimed to connect them with their motherland in Seoul. While the government's intentions were honorable, hoping to instill cultural pride and knowledge, the spirited teens had different plans for their summer.

Based on a true story from 1986, the film showcases the hilarious and rebellious clash between well-meaning authority and untamed youth. As the summer unfolds, the government's strict rules and structured activities are constantly challenged by the teenagers' quest for freedom, fun, and self-discovery. This leads to escalating antics and a growing inability to control the vibrant campers. Ultimately, the program, despite its noble origins, is canceled after just a few years, a testament to the uncontrollable energy of the gyopo.

Producer: Netflix

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 2016

Genre:Comedy; Drama; Romance; School