What is the plot of D.P.?

A young soldier's journey to capture deserters reveals the harsh realities of military service and systemic issues within the army.

What are the key story phases in D.P.?

The story of D.P. progresses through these phases: The Hunter's Call, The Unveiling Truth, The Moral Crossroads, The Awakening.

Name: D.P.
Genre: action-adventure, crime, drama
Released: 2021
Rating: 8

An Jun-ho begins his journey as a member of the Deserter Pursuit unit, initially enthusiastic about his duty.

Assignment to D.P. Unit — An Jun-ho assigned to desert pursuit unit Characters: An Jun-ho, Gu Ja-woon Location: Military Base
Meeting Team Members — Introduction to fellow team members Characters: An Jun-ho, Han Ho-yeol, Park Beom-gu Location: Military Barracks
First Desert Chase — Initial pursuit of a deserter Characters: An Jun-ho, Han Ho-yeol, Park Beom-gu, Oh Min-u Location: Forest Area

Through encounters with deserters, An Jun-ho discovers the harsh realities and systemic issues within the military.

Deserters' Revelation — Discovery of reasons behind desertion Characters: An Jun-ho, Lim Ji-seop, Oh Min-u Location: Abandoned Building
Moral Dilemma — Questioning the purpose of his mission Characters: An Jun-ho, Han Ho-yeol, Park Beom-gu Location: Military Barracks
Civilian Encounter — Interaction with civilian outside military context Characters: An Jun-ho, Seo-eun Location: City Area
Systemic Investigation — Investigating military abuse and corruption Characters: An Jun-ho, Seo-eun, Jang Nina Location: Civilian Area

An Jun-ho faces a crisis of conscience as he questions the morality of his mission and the military system.

Authority Confrontation — Direct confrontation with superior officer Characters: An Jun-ho, Gu Ja-woon Location: Military Office
Team Division — Team members split on moral issues Characters: An Jun-ho, Han Ho-yeol, Park Beom-gu Location: Military Base
Final Desert Pursuit — Final confrontation with main deserter Characters: An Jun-ho, Lim Ji-seop, Shin Ah-wi Location: Mountain Area

An Jun-ho confronts authority figures and undergoes a personal transformation, understanding the true cost of military service.

Personal Transformation — Final realization about military system Characters: An Jun-ho, Han Ho-yeol, Park Beom-gu, Shin Ah-wi Location: Military Base
Moral Resolution — An Jun-ho's decision about his future Characters: An Jun-ho, Gu Ja-woon Location: Military Base

The Assignment — An Jun-ho joins the Deserter Pursuit unit
- Initial Orders — Receiving assignment to D.P. unit
- Meeting Colleagues — Introduction to Han Ho-yeol and Park Beom-gu
- First Mission Briefing — Understanding the nature of desert pursuit
The Pursuits — Chasing deserters and discovering their stories
- First Chase — Initial pursuit of Oh Min-u
- Deserters' Stories — Learning reasons behind desertion
- Lim Ji-seop Case — Major confrontation with a key deserter
- Final Pursuit — Climactic chase in mountain area
The System — Uncovering military corruption and abuse
- Moral Dilemma — Questioning the purpose of his mission
- Hidden Truths — Discovering systemic issues in the military
- Civilian Connections — Interactions with Seo-eun and Jang Nina
- Authority Challenge — Direct confrontation with Gu Ja-woon
The Transformation — An Jun-ho's personal growth and moral awakening
- Team Division — Colleagues split on moral issues
- Personal Realization — Understanding the true cost of military service
- Moral Resolution — Decision about his future in the military

A young private's assignment to capture army deserters reveals the painful reality endured by each enlistee during his compulsory call of duty.