Documentary Explores Untold Stories of Wartime Resilience
A new CGTN documentary, Last Daughters, delves into the harrowing yet resilient lives of women forced into sexual slavery by Japanese forces during World War II. The film focuses on survivors in the Chinese mainland and the Philippines, capturing their fading voices and the intergenerational trauma passed to descendants.
Echoes of History: From Silence to Solidarity
Through firsthand accounts and archival footage, Last Daughters reveals the systemic exploitation of so-called 'comfort women,' many of whom were teenagers when abducted. The documentary highlights their decades-long struggle for justice and recognition, while also showcasing moments of unexpected humanity amid unimaginable suffering.
A Cross-Border Lens on Shared Trauma
By weaving narratives from survivors across Asia, the film underscores war's enduring scars and the universal need for historical reckoning. Interviews with descendants illustrate how wartime atrocities continue shaping family dynamics and societal memory in the region.
