The Last Gateway of the Nation (2016)

Other name: 宜昌保卫战, 最后的国门, Xuan Chang Bao Wei Zhan, Zui Hou De Guo Men

Description:

"The Last Gateway of the Nation" is a gripping historical drama set in Yichang during China's War of Resistance, spanning 1938 to 1943. It begins with the harrowing Yichang Retreat in 1938, vividly depicting a nation's struggles against relentless aggression. Yichang swiftly becomes a critical strategic stronghold, a vital lifeline and a beacon of unwavering resilience.

The film meticulously showcases the spirit and sacrifices of its people and soldiers, defending this crucial territory. Through strategic defenses and fierce acts of defiance, their unyielding efforts embody the broader national struggle. The narrative culminates in the climactic Shipai War of 1943, a powerful testament to the iron will of those who held the final defensive line. This epic portrayal highlights Yichang's profound importance as the nation's last gateway, a battleground for survival.

Producer: CCTVTencent VideoiQiyiSohu TV

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2016

Genre:Action; Historical