Rescue at Dongji

A tense, action-heavy historical drama that balances brutal wartime violence with stirring heroism and community defiance.

Directed by

Fei Zhenxiang, Guan Hu

Genres

Drama, History, War

Starring

Zhu Yilong, Leo Wu, Ni Ni

Tagline

Any Chinese can be a hero.

Overview

Inspired by the real life rescue of over 300 British soldiers in 1942, Dongji Rescue is a rousing, action-packed story of heroism on the high seas. When the Japanese warship Lisbon Maru is torpedoed off the coast of Dongji Island, the lives of over 300 British POWs on board are at risk of being claimed by the sea. Their only hope is a small group of defiant Chinese fisherman who will do anything to rescue and protect them from their captors.

How it feels

Tense, dark, earnest and uplifting. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

War, survival, justice, betrayal

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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