December 1944, 24-year-old Wei Shaolan and her 1-year-old daughter were seized and sent to a Japanese camp, where Wei was forced to work as a 'comfort woman' -- a woman forced into prostitution for Japanese servicemen during World War II. Despite being physically and mentally abused, Wei unbelievably escaped the heavily guarded 'Comfort Station' pregnant, shamed, and unsure of what fate awaited her return home. This documentary presents the true legendary story of Wei Shaolan and follows her traumatic and courageous journey from forced prostitution to life today with her Japanese son. 'Real Heroes' are people who can face life bravely even after a tormented life, and Wei's story offers inspiration to those faced with seemingly hopeless adversity.
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Guo Ke Director · Cai Tao Cinematographer
United States release March 30, 2014 · Produced in China · Original title 三十二
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Original title
三十二
Original language
Chinese
Spoken on screen
Chinese
Release dates
China · December 29, 2013
Theatrical
United States · March 30, 2014
American Documentary Film Festival
United Kingdom
November 1, 2014 · London International Documentary Festival
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