Paradise in Service (2014)

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Set in the island Kinmen, often seen as the most dangerous military base because it’s geographically close to China, "Paradise in Service" follows the adventure of a boy who serves his military service in Unit 831 from 1969 to 1972, in preparation for a war that could erupt anytime. Through an unlucky lottery draw result, Pao, a twenty-something young man from Southern Taiwan has to serve the military in the remote and perilous Kinmen. Moreover, he is assigned to the Sea Dragon (ARB), a unit noted for the toughest physical training. It never occurs to Pao, however, that the greatest challenge in his military service lies not in the Sea Dragon but in Unit 831, a special task he is later appointed to… In this peculiar assignment, Pao vows to keep his virginity against all odds.

Director: Doze Niu Cheng-Tse
Genre: Romance, Drama, History
Runtime: 133 min
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Screenplay

Music: CinCin Lee
Production: Huayi Brothers Pictures, Honto production
Country: China, Taiwan
Language: 普通话
Original Language: zh

Keywords

prostitute, brothel, 1970s, taiwan, national service, military

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Paradise in Service about?
Set in the island Kinmen, often seen as the most dangerous military base because it’s geographically close to China, "Paradise in Service" follows the adventure of a boy who serves his military service in Unit 831 from 1969 to 1972, in preparation for a war that could erupt anytime. Through an unlucky lottery draw result, Pao, a twenty-something young man from Southern Taiwan has to serve the military in the remote and perilous Kinmen. Moreover, he is assigned to the Sea Dragon (ARB), a unit noted for the toughest physical training. It never occurs to Pao, however, that the greatest challenge in his military service lies not in the Sea Dragon but in Unit 831, a special task he is later appointed to… In this peculiar assignment, Pao vows to keep his virginity against all odds.
Who directed Paradise in Service?
Paradise in Service was directed by Doze Niu Cheng-Tse.
Who stars in Paradise in Service?
Paradise in Service stars Ethan Juan, Wan Qian, Ivy Chen, Chen Jianbin, Phoebe Lin, Ke-Li Miao.
How long is Paradise in Service?
Paradise in Service has a runtime of 2h 13m (133 minutes).
What genre is Paradise in Service?
Paradise in Service is a Romance, Drama, History film.
Where was Paradise in Service produced?
Paradise in Service was produced in China, Taiwan.