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By Lynnette Nicholas
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Refreshing, transparent peek behind the scenes with BTS.
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Bring the Soul: The Movie
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Kids say that the movie provides an entertaining and inspirational look into the lives of BTS, showcasing their struggles and triumphs, but it's more enjoyable for existing fans who are familiar with the group's background. Many reviews emphasize its themes of self-love and the emotional connection it fosters, making it suitable for both children and dedicated fans, though some viewers note challenges with audience behavior during screenings.
- entertaining for fans
- inspirational themes
- suitable for kids
- emotional connection
- audience behavior
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What's the Story?
BRING THE SOUL: THE MOVIE is the third film featuring K-pop superstars BTS; it follows on 2018's record-breaking Burn the Stage: The Movie and 2019's Love Yourself in Seoul, which brought fans together to celebrate the most sought-after concert of 2018. This documentary highlights the experiences of bandmates RM, Jin, SUGA, J-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook as they travel internationally. It's designed to give fans around the world an intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the lives of this very successful boy band, which has inspired millions of fans across the globe.
Is It Any Good?
This documentary embraces the idea that music has the power to inspire, unite, and mobilize people around the globe. While BTS's legions of fans are inspired by the band's inspirational messages and unique fashion sense, the film also subtly raises issues of sexual identity, gender fluidity, and validation through celebrity. The bandmates' transparency is refreshing and admirable -- it's coupled with their inspiring compassion toward their fans.
That said, if you're not a BTS superfan, the film may get redundant after a while. It weaves together footage of them in each city they visit on tour -- and, toward the end, it gets somewhat monotonous to watch obsessed fans and famous musicians talk about themselves. But it's quite interesting to see how preteens, teens, and even young adults are influenced by BTS. While Bring the Soul: The Movie depicts the positive way in which the group uses their influence, it also shows how vulnerable young fans are when it comes to the notion of celebrity.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about BTS's global influence. How does the band use that influence to help others? How do BTS members demonstrate integrity in their actions toward themselves and others?
The documentary shows the benefits of teamwork. In what ways does BTS work as a team?
The members of the band are very honest and transparent with one another. How does open, honest communication lead to positive outcomes in the documentary?
How does BTS use their platform to showcase empathy?
Movie Details
- In theaters : August 7, 2019
- On DVD or streaming : September 10, 2023
- Cast : RM , Jin , Suga , J-Hope , Jimin , V , Jung Kook , BTS
- Director : Jun-Soo Park
- Inclusion Information : Asian Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : Trafalgar Releasing
- Genre : Documentary
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- Character Strengths : Communication , Empathy , Perseverance , Teamwork
- Run time : 103 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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