Once Existed
50,000 residents of Kinmen faced economic uncertainty after the withdrawal of troops in 1988, having relied on soldiers for their livelihoods.
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50,000 residents of Kinmen faced economic uncertainty after the withdrawal of troops in 1988, having relied on soldiers for their livelihoods.
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Synopsis
Kinmen, a group of islands governed by Taiwan, became a strategic military base during the Cold War. Construction of fortifications began in 1958, with millions of soldiers stationed there over the years. Following the withdrawal of troops in 1988, the island's 50,000 residents faced economic challenges after years of reliance on military personnel. Today, improved cross-strait relations have led to an influx of Chinese tourists visiting the same sites that once endured heavy bombardment. The film questions the sustainability of this newfound peace.
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