Youth in the Flames of War (2023)

Other name: 战火中的青春, 我們的西南聯大, 我和我的西南联大, 我们的西南联大, 戰火中的青春, Wo He Wo De Xi Nan Lian Da, Zhan Huo Zhong De Qing Chun, Wo Men De Xi Nan Lian Da, The National Southwestern University and Us, The National Southwest Associated University And Us, Our Southwest General Universi

Description:

Youth in the Flames of War immerses viewers in China's harrowing period from 1937 to 1946, as the Second Sino-Japanese War ignites a nation. This powerful drama centers on a group of brave young students, whose unwavering courage and deep-seated convictions drive them to save their country against all odds. Unafraid of bullets, guns, and immense hardships, these resilient scholars hold steadfast in their beliefs. Their academic world transforms during this historic moment when Tsinghua University, Peking University, and Nankai University temporarily merge in Kunming, forming the National Southwestern Associated University, Lianda. As war rages, these brilliant young scholars and intellectuals rise to fight a different kind of battle—one waged through the transformative power of literacy and knowledge. The film celebrates their indomitable spirit, showcasing how their dedication to education became a potent form of resistance and a beacon of hope for a nation besieged. Their collective struggle highlights the extraordinary resolve of youth in the face of conflict, proving that intellect and determination can forge an unyielding path to salvation.

Episodes: 39

Duration: 45 min.

Producer: iQiyiYoukuJSTV

Director: Go Yik Chun [高翊浚]

Country: Chinese

Status: Completed

Released: 2023

Genre:Historical; Military; Romance; War