The funeral of Kim Jong Il

Past Insider on Instagram: "The 2011 funeral of Kim Jong-il was a masterpiece of political theater, designed to project absolute stability during a fragile transition of power. Spanning two days of sub-zero temperatures, the event was meticulously timed to ensure that the "grief" of the nation was captured from every angle by state-run cameras, reinforcing the cult of personality surrounding the Kim dynasty. follow @PastInsider for more ### The "Gang of Seven" One of the most significant moments