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South Korea's Forgotten Generation: Elderly Survival Stories
Beneath the image of South Korea's modernity and rapid economic growth, there exists a pressing social issue concerning the elderly who often find themselves isolated, lacking support, and suffering from memory loss.
A substantial number of elderly South Koreans lead challenging lives. Some are forced to resort to offering sexual services in public parks in exchange for their livelihood, a shocking reality that has been the focus of poignant documentaries.
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2020 ratings
South Korea's Forgotten Generation: Elderly Survival Stories
Beneath the image of South Korea's modernity and rapid economic growth, there exists a pressing social issue concerning the elderly who often find themselves isolated, lacking support, and suffering from memory loss.
A substantial number of elderly South Koreans lead challenging lives. Some are forced to resort to offering sexual services in public parks in exchange for their livelihood, a shocking reality that has been the focus of poignant documentaries.

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