电影与中日历史争议 - Film and Sino-Japanese Historical Controversy [HSK 4]
06 September 2025

电影与中日历史争议 - Film and Sino-Japanese Historical Controversy [HSK 4]

Chinese Short Dialogue | 听中文会话 | 中国語会話を聴く

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The release of 'Nanjing Photo Studio' sparked different reactions and discussions in both countries about history.

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《English Translation》

刘娜: Have you heard? The recently released Chinese film 'Nanjing Photo Studio' has stirred up a lot of controversy.
优子: I saw it in the news. It’s about the Nanjing Massacre, right?
刘娜: Yes. The film was made based on historical materials, and many Chinese people feel it reminds everyone not to forget history.
优子: In Japan, some people worry that the film will strengthen anti-Japanese sentiment and even affect the safety of Japanese living in China.
刘娜: I understand. This actually reflects the different feelings and concerns of China and Japan toward that period of history.
优子: Yes, I also hope people can discuss history, but not let emotions turn into attacks on each other.
刘娜: Exactly. There’s a Chinese idiom: '以史为鉴', meaning to learn from history and avoid repeating the same mistakes.
优子: I hope everyone can learn more about peace from history, not new hatred.