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Chinese war film 'Dongji Rescue' strikes a chord with Canadian viewers

CGTN

02:04

Since its North American premiere on Friday, the Chinese World War II film Dongji Rescue, which depicts the heroic efforts of Chinese civilians rescuing British prisoners of war captured by the Japanese army from a shipwreck, has struck an emotional chord with Canadian audiences. Local moviegoers said the film, which is adapted from a true story, helped them better understand historical facts and reflect on past mistakes.  

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