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The Battalion (2015) is a Russian war movie about a special unit of female soldiers during the First World War. The movie is set in 1917, when Russia is facing the pressures of war from within and without. The protagonist is a young woman, Marina, who is called up during a time of national crisis to join the “Women's Combat Battalion” - an all-female unit designed to support soldiers and break down the gender bias of society at the time.
The movie focuses on Marina and her teammates as they battle the enemy on the front lines, while dealing with their own emotional conflicts, fears and courage. In the course of their battles, these female soldiers show great resilience and bravery, both in defense of their country and in breaking down gender limitations, proving that women can be heroes as well.
Through the experiences of Marina and her comrades, the movie explores the profound impact of war on individuals, gender and social perceptions.