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Tearless
In the 1970s, the Korean government required camp town women to wear number tags and Sexually Transmitted Diseases test results on their chests at all times, pressured by the US government to lower STD rates among their soldiers. The women who were suspected to have STD were locked up in a detainment center and treated with harsh doses of penicillin that resulted in severe side effects and occasional deaths.
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Plot Summary
An Iranian man is caught in a moral dilemma when he agrees to help a young boy escape Afghanistan, only to discover the child is being trafficked. He must confront his own past and the dangerous underworld he has entered to try and save the boy.
Critical Reception
Tearless received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its tense atmosphere and compelling performances, particularly from the lead actors. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful build-up and strong lead performances.
Some reviews noted a predictable storyline and pacing issues.
The film effectively conveys the harsh realities of its subject matter.
Google audience: Audience reception for Tearless is not widely available through Google's user review system.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in Iran, aiming for an authentic depiction of the environments and social dynamics it portrays.
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