Nanking

Nanking

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

R 2007 · 88 min · ★ 7.1 · Documentary, Drama, History

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.

Directed by Bill Guttentag · Written by Bill Guttentag

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