Michael Palin in North Korea (2018)

Episode Overview

Title: Episode 2 Plot: During his final week in North Korea, Michael explores several significant sites, including the Korean Demilitarized Zone—previously seen from the South Korean perspective in Full Circle with Michael Palin: Japan/Korea (1997)—the historic city of Kaesong, and the eerie international airport in the newly developed Wonsan beach resort. He also visits the Revolutionary Museum on Mount Paektu, converses with a military officer, shares a meal with a local farming family, and marks his 75th birthday alongside his guides and crew. While hiking the rugged terrain of Mount Kumgang, he encourages his female guide to share her thoughts on the world.