Search and Seizure: The Rise of Insurrection

Search and Seizure: The Rise of Insurrection 2025 Directed by Kim Yong-jin 압수수색: 내란의 시작

The film follows the 2023 raid by the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office on investigative outlet Newstapa. Director Kim Yongjin, its former head, traces a pattern of political prosecutions against critical journalists—from reports on Yoon Suk-yeol to Cho Kuk and Kim Keon-hee. Combining on-site footage, journalist testimonies, and legal records, the film reveals how special funds were used to pressure the media, silence dissent, and manipulate public opinion. It is a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggle to protect press freedom and democratic values in South Korea.

Country South Korea

Production Country South Korea

Language Korean

Spoken Language Korean

Gnere Documentary

Production Company Newstapa

Release Date 23 April 2025

111 mins