Mr. Soldier
It is one of the most prominent propaganda films promoting militarism unearthed by the China Film Archive in 2006. Produced as a propaganda film by the Reporting Division of the Joseon Army during the final period of the Imperial Japanese Rule, this semi-documentary captures the lives of 3 young Joseon men at the boot camp and serves as a valuable historical material. It is the last film directed by Bang Han-jun, who explored the styles of Joseon films in <Han River>.
* Booklet (44 pages, Korean and English): 「Discovery and introduction of , a drama film」(Jeong Jong-hwa), 「Duet of local color and propaganda - Life of Bang Han-jun and his films」(Han Sang-eon), 「 Explanation of the work: “How are the youths of the colony trained to become soldiers?”」(Hee Hwa-jin)
. Director: Bang Han-joon
. Year: 1944
. Running time: 100min
. Starring: Lee Geum-ryong ,Jeon Ok,Kim Il-hae,Kim Han
Subtitles: Korean, English
Laguage: Japanese
Special Feature:
- Collection of photos