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They Shot the Sun
After being released from prison, both Lee Jong-Bae and Moon Do-Seok, who served imprisonment at the same prison, plan to commit crime with carbine rifle having no butt plate. They succeed in the first crime, but kill a person so that Moon regrets his wrong doings. But, Lee commits the second crime to hurt persons. Lee's wife advises Lee to deliver himself to the police, but Lee neglects her advice.
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Plot Summary
Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War, the film follows a group of soldiers grappling with the moral complexities and brutal realities of combat. As they navigate treacherous jungles and face harrowing missions, their bonds are tested, and their perceptions of duty, humanity, and survival are profoundly altered.
Critical Reception
They Shoot the Sun received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics lauded the strong performances, particularly from its ensemble cast, and its unflinching portrayal of the psychological toll of war. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative somewhat conventional for the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its powerful performances and realistic depiction of war's mental anguish.
Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and familiar narrative arcs.
Effective in capturing the camaraderie and internal struggles of soldiers.
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Fun Fact
The film was directed by acclaimed actor Martin Sheen, marking one of his significant directorial efforts in feature films.
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