The film
Korean Cuisine, Kimchi Diplomacy analyzes the rise of K-Food in France, revealing how South Korea leverages its gastronomy for global cultural influence. From Breton markets to Buddhist temples, the film follows those who cook, transmit, adapt, and export this culinary tradition rooted in fermentation. Kimchi, an emblematic dish, symbolizes an overt soft power strategy, balancing agro-industrial modernity with a millennial heritage. The documentary explores the behind-the-scenes of a national plan orchestrated by Seoul to entice palates, support the economy, and assert an identity. A flavorful and geopolitical immersion into the plate, where fermented flavors carry an unprecedented diplomatic ambition.
