WGBH Boston Special: Tug of War - The Story of Taiwan

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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: VHS Tape EAN: 9786305374770 Format: Color ISBN: 6305374775 Label: WGBH Boston Manufacturer: WGBH Boston Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: WGBH Boston Release Date: 2000-03-28 Running Time: 90 Studio: WGBH Boston Theatrical Release Date: 1998
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Editorial Reviews: Is Taiwan an independent nation, or is it a "breakaway province" that still belongs to China? After decades of turmoil and struggle, the issue remains undecided. Drawing on rare archival film and photographs, Tug of War: The Story of Taiwan explains why control over this bustling island 90 miles off the mainland is so pivotal to both sides... and to the world.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: teriffic footage... Comment: Thank God for PBS. This is a fantastic survey of Taiwan in the 20th century. While some would argue that it is slightly skewed toward the pro-independence side, nearly everyone would agree that the video covers many historical points and uses rare and extraordinary footage to illustrate the events. Footage of the early KMT government is particularly amazing. And then there's that extraodinary scene of the ROC delegation storming out of the United Nations. I'd call this a must-see for anyone at all interested in the the life and times of Taiwan. Customer Rating: Summary: Every Taiwanese must see this video. Comment: I had seen this film on PBS. It depicts Taiwan's history from an impartial perspectives that many Taiwanese themself are to close to understand. This film vividly filled up many blind spots of Taiwanesse history that I did not know and wanted to know. After viewing this film, I respect and cherish Taiwan's democracy even more. Customer Rating: Summary: Introduction of Taiwanese modern history Comment: This is made by PBS. For the people who are interested in but know little of Taiwan, this tape offers an easy and objective introduction of Taiwan's complicated modern history. More Reviews