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The penultimate act crescendos as the firefighters decide to release water from the tanks, a move fraught with the potential for further disaster. Young-Ki’s poignant sacrifice encapsulates the film's emotional core as he detonates explosives to ultimately save the remaining survivors.
In the aftermath, those who make it alive reflect on their experiences amidst loss and survival. Dae-Ho finds solace in reuniting with his daughter and Yoon-Hee while Ae-Ja is joyfully reunited with her son. Yet the cost of survival is felt acutely, as illustrated by the heart-wrenching moment when Young-Ki’s sacrifice shatters the spirits of his team and family.
Conclusion