The release of 'Nanjing Photo Studio' sparked different reactions and discussions in both countries about history.Download the app here:Chinese Short Dialogue | WebsiteChinese Short Dialogue | App StoreChinese Short Dialogue | Google PlayAvailable in 8 languages on the app:Learn Chinese | 중국어 배우기 | 中国語を学ぶ | Изучать китайский язык | Học tiếng Trung | Belajar bahasa Mandarin | Aprender chino | تعلم اللغة الصينية 《English Translation》刘娜: Have you heard? The recently released Chinese film 'Nanjing Photo Studio' has stirred up a lot of controversy.优子: I saw it in the news. It’s about the Nanjing Massacre, right?刘娜: Yes. The film was made based on historical materials, and many Chinese people feel it reminds everyone not to forget history.优子: In Japan, some people worry that the film will strengthen anti-Japanese sentiment and even affect the safety of Japanese living in China.刘娜: I understand. This actually reflects the different feelings and concerns of China and Japan toward that period of history.优子: Yes, I also hope people can discuss history, but not let emotions turn into attacks on each other.刘娜: Exactly. There’s a Chinese idiom: '以史为鉴', meaning to learn from history and avoid repeating the same mistakes.优子: I hope everyone can learn more about peace from history, not new hatred.

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