Lights, camera, history! 🎞️ This week, the evocative film Dead to Rights hit North American big screens with a powerful reminder of the 1937 Nanjing Massacre on the Chinese mainland—one of WWII’s darkest chapters. Co-hosted by CGTN America, the Los Angeles premiere gathered filmmakers, cultural figures, and historians to spark reflection and dialogue.
This year also marks the 80th anniversary of victory in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, adding weight to every scene.
Where to watch: First released in Australia and New Zealand on August 7, Dead to Rights opens in over 250 cinemas across the U.S. on August 15, with more than 20,000 screenings planned. Soon, audiences in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Russia, the ROK, Malaysia, Singapore, and beyond will have their chance to see it.
Whether you’re a film buff, history geek, or just curious, Dead to Rights offers a gripping, honest look at a pivotal moment in world history. Let’s watch, share, and learn together. 💬
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CGTN America co-hosts Dead to Rights premiere in Los Angeles
cgtn.com