Nanking

Nanking

2007 · 88 min · EN · R · 7.2 (47 votes)
Dir. Bill Guttentag, Dan Sturman · Starring Hugo Armstrong, Rosalind Chao, Stephen Dorff, John Getz, Mariel Hemingway, Michelle Krusiec

The true story of how a few brave souls saved the lives of thousands.

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The story of the rape of Nanking, one of the most tragic events in history. In 1937, the invading Japanese army murdered over 200,000 and raped tens of thousands of Chinese. In the midst of this horror, a small group of Western expatriates banded together to save 250,000. Nanking shows the tremendous impact individuals can make on the course of history.

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This documentary is a harrowing and unflinching look at one of history's darkest chapters. It balances the immense tragedy with the inspiring resilience of those who risked everything to save lives, leaving a profound and sobering impact.

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