Pasukan Garuda: I Leave My Heart In Lebanon
Pasukan Garuda: I Leave My Heart In Lebanon

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Pasukan Garuda: I Leave My Heart In Lebanon

2016
Movie
93 min
Indonesian

Garuda member contingent, Captain Satria, Lieutenant Arga, and Sergeant Gulamo, assigned to Lebanon as peacekeepers. Satria among others, should mediate disputes between Israeli soldiers by the Lebanese army, and managed to free the Spanish army of Hezbollah soldiers hostage.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Yadi SugandiGenres: War, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of a contingent of Indonesian UN peacekeepers stationed in Lebanon. Amidst the challenging and often dangerous environment of a conflict zone, these soldiers grapple with their duties, personal sacrifices, and the emotional toll of separation from their loved ones. Their mission is to maintain peace and provide humanitarian aid, but they frequently find themselves in harrowing situations that test their courage and resolve.

Critical Reception

"Pasukan Garuda: I Leave My Heart In Lebanon" was generally well-received in Indonesia, praised for its patriotic themes and depiction of the sacrifices made by Indonesian soldiers in peacekeeping missions. Critics highlighted the film's action sequences and emotional depth, although some noted that the narrative occasionally leaned towards melodrama. Audiences appreciated the film's focus on national pride and the portrayal of bravery under fire.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong patriotic message and depiction of Indonesian heroism.

  • Applauded for its action-packed sequences and emotional resonance.

  • Seen as a valuable portrayal of the challenges faced by peacekeepers.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their sentiment breakdown is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of Indonesian soldiers serving in the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.

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