The Paper.cn:

Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression is a major event for our country this year. Based on past experience, we typically release a range of outstanding literary and artistic works to commemorate such important occasions. Mr. Hu, could you share what kinds of works the public can expect to see this year? Thank you.

Hu Heping:

Thank you for your question. Let me give you a little preview in advance. Literature and art are the clarion call of the times and best reflect the spirit of an era. Eighty years ago, after 14 years of arduous and heroic struggle, the Chinese people defeated the brutal Japanese militarist invaders and secured a great victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. During this period, many outstanding works of art and literature emerged, inspiring people's fighting spirit and boosting national morale. Many of these works have stood the test of time and become classics. For example, our national anthem, "March of the Volunteers," was born amid the flames of the War of Resistance, inspiring countless sons and daughters of the Chinese nation to rise up and fight back. Another well-known piece, the "Yellow River Cantata," also gave voice to the heroic and unyielding spirit of the Chinese nation. We will broadcast and screen classic wartime literary and artistic works, allowing people to relive that history marked by blood and fire.

This year, we will also create and launch a series of films, dramas, music, dance, and artworks centered on the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. Many of these works are currently at a crucial stage of development. I will highlight a few examples from various fields. In film and television, we will release the movie "Mountains and Rivers as Witness," which depicts the hardships of 14 years of war of resistance, and "Dongji Rescue," which highlights the heroic deeds of Chinese fishermen. We are also producing the TV series "Our Homeland" and the documentary "Victory 1945." On stage, we are producing the Peking opera "Struggles in an Ancient City" and the stage play "Looking for Doolittle." We will also present a series of performances featuring outstanding stage works. In publishing, we will release works such as "Mao Zedong: Banner of the War of Resistance" and "A New History of the Second World War" and will organize a wide range of themed reading activities. I will stop here for now. Thank you.