A sociology professor in Germany, Song Doo-yul, is suspected by the Korean government of being a North Korean spy, and he has been presently prohibited from entering Korea. But after 33 years in foreign lands, the professor is preparing himself to return home. The film quietly and logically explains the relationship between his life and the historical circumstances of modern Korea. The film does not brashly decide what is wrong and what is right, but rather asks the audience to reflect on the life of the professor. The lyrical camera work of the film, which seems to reflect the heart of the director, and the music by composer Yun I-sang, create an exquisite balance. During the time of division between the West and East, Berlin was often called ‘the Border City.’ The city of Seoul still remains besieged by the Red Complex. Will the professor be able to come back? And can those of us living in the last ‘Border City’ of the world welcome him back? (Hong Hyosook)