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Kim Jong-il Part 3: Nuclear Armed

Real Dictators

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Kim Jong-Il's Funeral

Kim Jong-il seems more secure than ever, but behind the scenes his luxury armoured train is running out of steam. In 2008, Kim disappears for 10 months without explanation. When he reappears into society, he looks frail and bewildered. Many in the West hope this funeral is a turning point in North Korea's history. After 63 years of brutal dictatorship, will the North finally open up?

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