The Marines Who Never Returned ( Dora-oji Anneun Haebyeong )(1963)

Original title: Toraoji annun haebyong 1963 1h 28m

A division of marines survive a battle with the Chinese army but find themselves stranded without contact on the wrong side of the front.

The Marines Who Never Returned is a 1963 South Korean film directed by Lee Man-hee. It tells the story of a squad of marines who take in a newly orphaned girl, Young-hui, during the Korean War. The film balances tense battle sequences with heartfelt camaraderie between the soldiers and Young-hui, showcasing the bond they form as they face increasingly dangerous odds.