Nanking

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

Jul 3 2007 R 1h 30m
Biography, History, War

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.

Plot

"Nanking" tells 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 the horror, a small group of Western expatriates banded together to save 250,000 -- an act of extraordinary heroism. Bringing an event little-known outside of Asia to a global audience, "Nanking" shows the tremendous impact individuals can make on the course of history. It is a gripping account of light in the darkest of times.

Written by

Bill Guttentag, Dan Sturman, Elisabeth Bentley

Directed by

Bill Guttentag, Dan Sturman

Cast

Hugo Armstrong, Rosalind Chao, Stephen Dorff

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

HBO Documentary Films, thinkfilm

Languages

English

Awards

7 wins & 5 nominations

Trailers
NANKING Theatrical Trailer
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Average Rating
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Metascore
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