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- 1969년, 중국 본토와 1.8km 거리를 두고 대치 중인 대만의 최전선 금문도에 신병 ‘파오’가 입소한다. 신체 건강의 이유로 ‘장 상사’가 이끄는 해룡특수부대 정찰대대로 차출되지만 혹독한 훈련에서 죽을 고비를 넘기고 831부대, 일명 ‘군중낙원’으로 발령받게 된다. 1951년 10만 군인의 성욕 해결이라는 명목으로 마련된 군 공창 831부대. 그곳에서 관리와 운영을 맡게 된 ‘파오’는 미스터리한 7번 방의 여인 ‘니니’와 가까워지게 된다. 모두 다른 사연, 슬픔, 비밀을 지닌 여인들과 그들을 사랑하는 군인들... 1969년, 대만 금문도 831부대 군중낙원, 모든 슬픔과 사랑이 시작된다.
Review of the Movie 'Paradise in Service'
Release Date: September 2014
Country of Origin: Taiwan
Where to Watch: Google Play Link
Kinmen Island, Taiwan, 1969. Just 1.8km from mainland China, it's the frontline of a tense standoff. New recruit 'Pao' joins the Marine Special Forces, facing grueling training and constant danger. Here, he encounters his fellow recruits, superiors, and a prostitute named 'Nini,' witnessing the diverse human landscape of war.
A scene from the movie 'Paradise of Crows'
The soldiers' resilience and mutual support amidst harsh training and perilous missions evoke a sense of heartwarming inspiration. Particularly, the friendship between Pao and his comrade 'Akai' highlights the enduring human spirit in the face of war's brutality.
The stern and resolute Sergeant Jang, the innocent and fresh Akai, and Nini, burdened by a sorrowful past, each tell a story that reveals the impact of war on individuals.
Kinmen Island's unique position as a frontline facing mainland China mirrors the divided reality of the Korean Peninsula. The film utilizes Kinmen as a setting to implicitly convey not only the horrors of war but also the divided reality of Korea.
'Paradise in Service' is a poignant depiction of human suffering during wartime. The characters' enduring humanity and diverse personalities in the face of extreme circumstances will leave a lasting impression on viewers.
Reasons to Recommend 'Paradise in Service'
- Viewers who enjoy war films
- Viewers interested in stories about human nature
- Viewers interested in Taiwanese cinema
'Paradise in Service' is more than just a war film. It offers a message of hope and resilience through the characters' unwavering spirit in the face of adversity. It also prompts reflection on the divided reality of the Korean Peninsula through the symbolic context of Kinmen Island.
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