Life Behind Walls: North Korea
Holešovická tržnice – Hala 13, Prague
Festival of stories, courage, and life in North Korea under the creative direction of Nina Špitálníková
The multimedia festival Life Behind Walls: North Korea is created under the direction of writer and Korea specialist Nina Špitálníková, who has long documented testimonies of people fleeing totalitarianism. The organizers present it as the largest event about North Korea and North Korean refugees in the Czech Republic and across Europe.
The main immersive installation occupies 1,500 m² in Hall 13 of the Prague Market Hall. Architect Barbara Bencová creates the visual design of the festival, with portraits of North Koreans who escaped totalitarianism by Tim Franco, author of the acclaimed series Unperson. The exhibition also includes illustrations by Dana Lédl (Myokard).
At the heart of the event are authentic testimonies of North Koreans. The festival is designed for multiple generations and includes a children's zone called Tota lítá, which introduces younger visitors to the value of freedom in a playful way.
VIP tickets can be purchased here.