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Witness to a Massacre: Nanjing 1937 is a gripping documentary film that explores one of the most horrifying cases of brutality and violence in human history that took place during Japan's invasion of China in the 1930s. Produced by MagellanTV, this show takes the viewers on a journey through time to witness firsthand s of the events that unfolded during the fall of Nanjing. 5x394i

The show begins by setting the historical context of the time period, explaining the causes of the Sino-Japanese War and the Japanese army's motive for attacking Nanjing. Through rare archival footage and photographs, the viewers are given a glimpse of what life was like for the Chinese citizens in Nanjing, a prosperous and modern city that was soon to be reduced to rubble.

As the Japanese forces begin their invasion, the horrors that would come to define the Nanjing Massacre began to unfold. The show features interviews with survivors of the massacre, including Chinese civilians, American missionaries, and European diplomats, who recount their harrowing experiences of rape, torture, and murder at the hands of the Japanese army.

One survivor, Yang Xizhen, recalls how his entire family was slaughtered before his eyes, and he was left to die in a pile of corpses. Another survivor, Minnie Vautrin, an American missionary, details how she and her companions tried to protect women and children from being raped and killed by Japanese soldiers, only to find that they were powerless to stop the carnage.

Throughout the documentary, Witness to a Massacre: Nanjing 1937 does a masterful job of weaving together the individual stories of survivors to form a comprehensive narrative of the atrocities committed by the Japanese army. The show also sheds light on the role of the international community in the aftermath of the massacre, revealing how rescuers and journalists worked tirelessly to document the events and bring the perpetrators to justice.

Director Lucy van Beek has crafted a compelling visual masterpiece, interspersing archival footage with modern-day footage of Nanjing to show the lasting impact of the massacre on the city and its people. With haunting music and stunning imagery, she poignantly brings to life the horror of what happened in Nanjing in 1937.

Overall, Witness to a Massacre: Nanjing 1937 is an unforgettable journey into a dark chapter of human history. Through the eyes of survivors and eyewitnesses, the viewers are transported back to a time of unimaginable suffering and cruelty, and shown the resilience and bravery of those who survived. This powerful documentary is a must-watch for anyone interested in learning about the Nanjing Massacre and the atrocities committed during World War II in Asia.

Witness to a Massacre: Nanjing 1937 is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between August 19, 2016 and on MagellanTV; Magellan TV