In 1942, a torpedo struck the Lisbon Maru near China's Dongji Island, trapping 1,800 British POWs in a nightmare. As Japanese forces sealed cabins and fired on escaping prisoners, local fishermen risked everything to pull survivors from the waves. Now, this untold story dives into cinemas with Dongji Rescue – a documentary 6 years in the making. 🎥
Director Guan Hu told reporters: 'We used underwater tech to film the wreck for the first time. This isn’t just history – it’s about courage that bridges nations.' The film’s 2025 release coincides with renewed interest in Dongji Island, where memorials now honor both victims and heroes. 🌊
Fun fact? The rescue became a grassroots legend – passed down for decades before hitting the big screen. As one viewer tweeted after the trailer drop: 'History class meets Titanic meets Saving Private Ryan – but real.' 💥
Today, the island’s fishing communities still share stories of their grandparents’ bravery. As global tensions rise, Dongji Rescue reminds us: humanity shines brightest in dark times. 🤝
