Viasat World Picks Up Docudrama Scars of Nanking

Jiangsu Broadcasting Corporation (JSBC) has signed a deal at NATPE Budapest International with Viasat World for the rights to air the docudrama Scars of Nanking on Viasat History.

Scars of Nanking follows as American missionaries struggle to save Chinese civilians from slaughter and rape at the hands of Japanese invaders and smuggle out evidence of the infamous Nanking Massacre of 1937. It spotlights the Americans who played a key role in bringing evidence of the Nanking Massacre to the rest of the world.

Seniha Tunaboylu, head of content and acquisitions at Viasat World, commented: “Our Viasat History audience is very loyal and discerning, and we are committed to bringing them more of the world-class, acclaimed content that they crave. With this deal, our important partnership with JSBC continues to deepen. Scars of Nanking is a fantastic addition to our programme lineup for July, and we can’t wait to see how it performs on the channel.”

Li Sheng, the VP of Jiangu Broadcasting Corporation, said: “The Nanking Massacre is a very important historical event during World War II. I believe the screening of Scars of Nanking on Viasat History will let more European audiences know about the forgotten holocaust. It is also a great pleasure for JSBC and Viasat World to partner, bringing world-class content to a bigger audience.”