Gezhi Town

Gezhi Town

2025 · 122 min · ZH · 6.9 (56 votes)
Dir. Kong Sheng · Starring Xiao Zhan, Peng Yuchang, Zhou Yiran, Yin Zheng, Yang Xinming, Alan Aruna · Music Guo Sida
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A group of Chinese refugees and straggler soldiers, led by a machinist, defend their mountain town, "Gezhi," against a surprise attack by Japanese reconnaissance troops in a desperate fight using civilian ingenuity against a trained military force.

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This is a gritty, empathetic war drama that plunges you into a desperate fight for survival. It feels tense and heart-wrenching, showcasing human resilience and ingenuity against overwhelming odds. The propulsive pacing keeps you on edge, making it a powerful, thought-provoking experience.

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