Unconvicted

Author: Zhao Dongling
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: A documentary on China's claims against Japan from the perspective, broadcasted simultaneously by 30 national satellite TV stations, for the first time revealing the inner thoughts of Japanese veterans who invaded China. It's not that we refuse to turn this page; it's that they haven't turned it. A painful history, a group of aging seniors, an international lawsuit—all because: We can forgive, but we cannot forget! Broadcasted simultaneously by 30 national satellite TV stations, for the first time revealing the inner thoughts of Japanese veterans who invaded China. It's not that we refuse to turn this page; it's that they haven't turned it—Bai Jiefu. A painful history, a group of aging seniors, an international lawsuit—all because: We can forgive, but we cannot forget—Zhao Dongling.
Bai Jiefu (President of the China War of Resistance History Society): The issue of compensation claims had been a taboo in China for a while, but now it's being brought to the forefront, which holds great significance. It's not that we refuse to turn this page; it's that they haven't turned it. Such a film is worth watching.
Guo Yunde (Director of the Literature and Arts Department of People's Daily): There are people like Liu Lianren, who still fight against Japan in their 80s. They don't want money; they want dignity. There are such people, and the Chinese nation has hope. If there are more people like them, the nation will have hope.
Li Zhun (Vice President of the China Literature and Arts Federation): This film examines history from the perspective of contemporary civilization. It deeply reflects the dignity of ordinary Chinese people—the dignity of life is the highest dignity.
Chen Huanyuan (President of the China Documentary Association): Many films fail because they focus too much on reasoning rather than facts. Letting facts speak is a very prominent feature of this film.
Zheng Dongtian (Professor of the Directing Department, Beijing Film Academy): There's a sense that when narrative films stop being ethical, documentaries step in. This film is based on how people today tell this story, covering many issues modern Chinese face—how we view the world, history, and the future.
Su Xiaowei (Director of the Film and Television Department of the Propaganda Department of the Central Committee): The theme of this documentary is chosen very well. The quality and value of the film are outstanding. Through it, I feel the power of the artist.
Shi Tian (Executive Editor-in-Chief of the large-scale special documentary "War of Resistance" by China Central Television): Watching this film isn't just about emotions; it's about reflection. The film selects a point in war history—compensation claims—both looking back at the past and following the present. This is very important and worth learning from.