🎬 The Shanghai International Film Festival just got a splash of history with the premiere of the documentary 'The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru'! 🌊✨
Author Tony Banham, who penned the original book two decades ago, was all smiles at the film's launch. In an exclusive chat with CGTN's Zhang Meng, he shared, \"I never imagined that writing that book would end up, 20 years later, with me in Shanghai at such a fantastic event.\"
From pages to the big screen, Banham's journey is a testament to the timeless power of storytelling. 📚➡️🎥 Who would've thought that a story written 20 years ago would resonate with audiences today and get its shining moment at such a prestigious festival? 🌟
The premiere not only celebrated a pivotal historical event but also highlighted the global connections forged through cinema. Here's to stories that bridge cultures and bring us all a little closer! 🌏❤️
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Writer Tony Banham on 'The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru' documentary
cgtn.com
