Assembly
Acclaimed Chinese director Feng Xiaogang brings the little known Chinese Civil War into light with this powerful and unflinching film based on a true story. Captain Gu of the Communist Chinese Army's Ninth Company must prevent a mineral mine from being fallen to the approaching Nationalist KMT army. As Gu and his soldiers wait for their army's bugle assembly call which may never come, he must decide whether to retreat or fight to the last man. His decision and its consequences will haunt him for the rest of his life. Praised by critics worldwide "Assembly" is not only an unforgettable war epic, it is also a moving tale of honor, heroism, and sacrifice.
Year: 2007
Genre: Drama, War and Anti-War Films, Chinese Cinema, True Stories, Carmen's Favourites, Action, 2010
Country: China, Hong Kong
Director: Feng Xiaogang
Starring: Zhang Hanyu, Yuan Wenkang, Deng Chao
Duration: 118 Minutes
Rating: R16 - Contains violence.
Subtitles: Yes
7.3/10
Location in store: War
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