This movie made me reconsider the faith and strength of young Iranian soldiers back in Iran-Iraq's war. When I found out that the movie was based on a true story, it made me wonder even more. It brings up such important and fundamental questions to the minds of viewers, like how could someone be so young and brave in such difficult situation? Would we ever be able to stand against tyranny while being prisoned? Could we ever make it out alive after 8 years of severe torment?

Although the story has its own flaws like any other movies, yet it is of high value to watch, putting yourself in the shoes of those 23 people.

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