Abstract
ABSTRACT With the advent of South Korea’s first liberal regime in 1998, division films transitioned from propaganda to commercial cinema, epitomized by the blockbuster Shiri (1999). Blending melodrama and action, Shiri reflects the evolving inter-Korean relations of the post-Cold War era, particularly under the Sunshine Policy. This article analyzes how Shiri uses genre conventions to depict the complex realities of North–South tensions, while also exploring the film’s cultural impact as a symbol of changing political dynamics. Through a mixed-genre approach, the study argues that Shiri marks a significant shift in South Korean cinema, balancing historical realism with melodramatic fantasy. The film's success highlights a new era of freedom in South Korean media, where the portrayal of national division could be both commercially viable and ideologically nuanced.
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