Question 1

What was the scale of the battle scene recreation at Doo-Mil-Ryung?

Accepted Answer

The scene required 15,000 bullets, 3,000 extras, and 500 stunt experts, with fist fights as the main focus instead of rifles. Shooting lasted three weeks with about 50 minor accidents daily but no major ones.

Question 2

Which real battle is referenced in the film's briefing scene?

Accepted Answer

A South Korean briefing in 1951 mentions an attack on Hills 931 and 851, referencing the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge that occurred in September and October 1951.

Question 3

What box office milestone did this film achieve in South Korea?

Accepted Answer

It was the second film to sell over 10 million tickets in South Korea after breaking the highest grossing record previously set by Silmido (2003).

Question 4

What major award submission was this film?

Accepted Answer

It was South Korea's official submission for the 'Best Foreign Language Film' category at the 77th Academy Awards in 2005.

Question 5

What is the central conflict between the two brothers in the story?

Accepted Answer

When forced to fight in the Korean War, the elder brother decides to take the riskiest missions to shield his younger brother from battle.

Question 6

What massive production effort was required for the battle at Doo-Mil-Ryung?

Accepted Answer

The scene required 15,000 bullets, 3,000 extras, and 500 stunt experts, with fist fights as the main focus instead of rifles. The three-week shoot had about 50 minor accidents daily but no major ones.

Question 7

Which real battle is referenced when South Korean forces mention Hills 931 and 851?

Accepted Answer

The mention of Hills 931 and 851 refers to the Battle of Heartbreak Ridge, which occurred in September and October 1951.

Question 8

What box office milestone did this film achieve in South Korea?

Accepted Answer

It was the second film to sell over 10 million tickets in South Korea, breaking the highest grossing record previously set by Silmido (2003).

Question 9

What major award recognition did this film receive?

Accepted Answer

It was South Korea's official submission for the 'Best Foreign Language Film' category at the 77th Academy Awards in 2005.

Question 10

What is notable about the portrayal of UN and Chinese forces in the film?

Accepted Answer

No UN soldiers other than South Koreans are seen, despite their large role in the war. The Chinese, the principal Communist force after late 1950, appear only once or twice.

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