Gezhi Town

What it’s about

After the fall of Nanjing, displaced people find refuge in a small town called Gezhi, which has been peaceful for several years. A group of Japanese soldiers accidentally stumbles upon the settlement. With nowhere to retreat, the residents decide to fight back. Led by a machinist, they use civilian resourcefulness to confront a trained military force.

What hooks you

Director Kong Sheng stages an uneven, desperate battle where ordinary people face a professional army. Xiao Zhan plays Mo Dexian, the machinist who leads the defense, and Peng Yuchang appears as Xiao Yan.

Who it’s for

It is worth a look for anyone who likes survival stories where resourcefulness and courage meet overwhelming odds. It will also appeal to those drawn to historical conflicts and the human cost of war.