Community Movie Day: Stories of Courage in the Pacific War

Presented by Pacific Atrocities Education
📅 Saturday, November 15, 2025
📍 Great Star Theater, San Francisco Chinatown
🚪 Doors Open: 2:30 PM & 6:30 PM
🕒 Screenings: 3:00 PM (The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru) & 7:00 PM (Cliff Walkers)

Join Pacific Atrocities Education for a special Community Movie Day exploring untold stories of World War II in the Asia-Pacific. Experience two powerful films that bring to life courage, loss, and survival during one of history’s darkest chapters.

🎞️ 3:00 PM – The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru
A gripping documentary revealing the 1942 tragedy of British POWs aboard a Japanese transport ship—and the humanity that endured through chaos and suffering.

🎞️ 7:00 PM – Cliff Walkers
From acclaimed director Zhang Yimou, this espionage thriller set in 1930s Manchukuo follows Chinese agents navigating betrayal and sacrifice under occupation.

After the evening screening, join us for an informal dinner discussion about the films and the legacy of World War II in the Pacific.
📍 Location: A nearby Chinatown restaurant (TBA)
💵 Dinner Contribution: $30 per person

This small-group gathering provides an opportunity to connect with community members, historians, and educators in an open conversation about history, memory, and film.

🎟️ RSVP is free — seats are limited, so reserve yours early!

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