How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Panel)
Quote #4
Despite my insidious questions, my guide and both my interpreters were always steadfast in their loyalty to their country and beloved leader. (4.55)
Guy accompanies this quote with an illustration of his companions all wearing “I <3 Kim” T-shirts. We have to wonder if this is all a front put on for the foreigners. What do they talk about when it’s just them in a room together? Probably not much. As we’ve seen, people are actively discouraged from discussing anything even remotely dangerous.
Quote #5
“What a great and generous man!” (7.42)
Captain Sin is excited about the International Friendship Exhibition, designed to make it seem like “the entire planet is glued to [Great Leader’s] every move” (7.41). Sin says “What a great and generous man!” We’re left to wonder, though, if he really believes this, or if it’s just what he’s programmed to say.
Quote #6
We’re invited to end the visit by paying our respects to the father of the nation who, as I’m told ahead of time to avoid any confusion, is represented by a stunningly realistic life-size wax replica. (7.45)
Wax replicas are scary enough without any help from North Korean leaders. We’re so scared we’re going to just move on now.