N. Korean Defector Watching 'Transformers', 'CSI': Doctor

The North Korean soldier who dramatically defected through the demilitarised zone has been captivated by American crime dramas and sci-fi thrillers since he woke up in a South Korean hospital, his doctor said Wednesday

Seoul, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 22nd Nov, 2017 ) :The North Korean soldier who dramatically defected through the demilitarised zone has been captivated by American crime dramas and sci-fi thrillers since he woke up in a South Korean hospital, his doctor said Wednesday.

The 24-year-old solider, identified only by his surname, Oh, has watched Hollywood hits like robot action flick "Transformers" and forensic whodunnit "CSI", and can't get enough of K-Pop. "We began turning on the television and playing music for him since yesterday" to help with his recovery, doctor Lee Cook-Jong told reporters.

Footage that emerged Wednesday showed his former comrades opening fire at him as he raced on foot over the painted line that divides the two countries.

He was shot at least four times in his daring bid, and was found by South Korean troops slumped in a pile of leaves just south of the border.

After being dragged to safety, he was airlifted to hospital, where he underwent two rounds of emergency surgery. Lee said he has so far avoided asking his patient personal questions, but glimpses of life in the hermit state emerged as they watched "Transformers" together.

"When he saw Jason Statham drive really fast, he told me that he used to drive," Lee said, suggesting it may have been connected to his role in the North Korean military. Movies and pop music dominate their conversations, Lee said, stressing that his patient "really likes girl bands"