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Release Date:
December 29, 2013
Original Title:
三十二
Alternate Titles:
三十二:中国幸存“慰安妇”生存现状
Genres:
Documentary
Production Countries:
China
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 43
December 1944, 24-year-old Wei Shaolan and her 1-year-old daughter were seized and sent to a Japanese camp, where Wei was forced to work as a 'comfort woman' -- a woman forced into prostitution for Japanese servicemen during World War II. Despite being physically and mentally abused, Wei unbelievably escaped the heavily guarded 'Comfort Station' pregnant, shamed, and unsure of what fate awaited her return home. This documentary presents the true legendary story of Wei Shaolan and follows her traumatic and courageous journey from forced prostitution to life today with her Japanese son. 'Real Heroes' are people who can face life bravely even after a tormented life, and Wei's story offers inspiration to those faced with seemingly hopeless adversity.
Director:
Guo Ke
Director of Photography:
Cai Tao
Producer:
Richard Wooi Heong Tan
Alison Yan Shi Tan
Writer:
Guo Ke
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