Ex-Military Chinese Dad React to 'Saving Private Ryan' for the First Time | Movie Reaction

[@CineBingeReact]

We watched the movie with Chinese subtitles. i removed to edit this video since having 2 subtitles on top of eachother would be illegible.

[@katherinedinwiddie4526]

You are awesome

[@BlixTheGoblin]

There we go, i was looking for this

[@kaojinn]

George, thank you for bringing your dad along for this reaction. His insights into what it was really like for him add an extra level of depth. /salute

[@aaronburdon221]

Here is a copy of the letter sent to mrs. bixby by Abraham Lincoln Executive Mansion, Washington, Nov. 21, 1864. Dear Madam,-- I have been shown in the files of the War Department a statement of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously on the field of battle. I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. Yours, very sincerely and respectfully, A. Lincoln

[@JoeSnow84]

Did your father watch Fury? (It's about tanks)

[@Took2Much]

Mad respect to your father, George. Appreciate you sharing his reaction with us.

[@PapaEli-pz8ff]

Your father's presence and comments have been invaluable. I thank you both!

[@davidboen8189]

Props to you and your dad George, his emotional reactions made me feel this movie even more .👍👍

[@kevinmaurice6018]

x2.

[@Zieg100]

Was coming to the comments to say the exact same thing. Thanks for sharing this with us, George.

[@davidsalinas1628]

As a veteran I really appreciate your Father sharing his experience. Many thanks to you and your Dad for sharing this with us.

[@pablocointry]

"War is brutal" "Peace is the most important thing", is so powerfull to hear that from veterans, mad respect for your father!

[@manictiger]

Dictatorship and war are both pointless, but often times, the only way to get rid of dictatorship is war. One precludes the other. We need to prevent dictatorship to prevent war. We seem really bad at this.

[@marcoroman4563]

War is not pointless. Millions of people have died in war so we could enjoy the freedoms we have now. I don’t think you used the correct word.

[@tomblord12]

Single mans's ambitions of power and ability to make a nation to follow him blindly into cruelty of war is always amasing.. not saying any particular nation or west or east is better.. but resources of this planet is running low to support us even in time of peace.. using them to fight eachother is just wastefull and meaningless. Humanity should learn to work together, cos this planet is all we got. but no.. we fight for stupid reasons. everyone should watch "pale blue dot" and just think how stupid it is to fight over resources in this tiny planet

[@JackCrossSama]

I hope he sees Hacksaw Ridge, Glory and full metal jacket someday I love hearing his perspective.

[@manictiger]

@@marcoroman4563 It would be pointless if we were enlightened and evolved, but alas, we're not. We are doomed to repeat the same lessons and trials over and over again until something changes and we stop putting malevolent narcissists on the thrones of civilization.

[@somedrunkdude6804]

US Combat Veteran here. Your dad spoke some of the truest things during this video. You always remember the friends you fought with, and peace is most important. Much respect to your father.

[@andyminiman]

10:00 sounds like he was describing George H.W bush when he was the only one that eacaped

[@xblackxabyssx1983]

been 20 years and still remember the ones that were closest to me names

[@ThePowerofYeti]

Can I ask you something, just because I'm so curious? What would you respond to people saying that war is necessary for boys to become men?

[@xblackxabyssx1983]

@@ThePowerofYeti its not war itself that causes that alot of things you go through in the military make you have to toughen up and learn to control emotions that normally would get you killed in a situation and prevent your ability to respond quickly it re-writes the fight or flight for alot of people that never were really driven to have to stand up for themselves or others as in the military the only people watching your back are the guys to your left and the right

[@somedrunkdude6804]

@@ThePowerofYeti I would prefer my boys find hardship and overcome it through other sources. Becoming a man is just being able to take care of your family, and being kind, but not afraid to fight when needed. You can learn all of those lessons outside of war. War teaches you 2 things in my opinion. 1. People are willing to kill you. 2. You are willing to kill people. Those are lessons that will live with you forever, but can also be taught in a very well-run self-defense course, and a survival course. All that being said... I'm a complete hypocrite because I think the military is what turned me into the person I am today. War being a part of that. So, do I regret it? No. Do I want that to be the ceremony that my country members need to partake in to grow into who they should be? No. I'm sorry I don't have a better answer.

[@jasonpatterson8091]

Near the beginning of the movie, when you said, "Shooting people who surrendered," the scene is unexpectedly more tragic. Those men are actually shouting something like, "Don't shoot, we're not German, we're Czechs who were forced to be here!" but it's in Czech, so the guys who shot them don't understand. I don't speak Czech, but it's an easter egg that is often mentioned.

[@AlphaChinoz]

Well, they could also have been Czech-Germans (some of which were happy about the annexation of Sudetenland/German part of Czechoslovakia) who just used it as a last minute excuse in hopes of survival. An instance like this, that I do find quite tragic, is how some German Luftwaffe (air force) pilots ended up being guards at concentration camps because towards the end Germany didn't have enough planes for their pilots, and the SS guards at the camps were deemed more motivated for fighting at the frontlines. So in a matter of months, some Germans went from being pilots to guarding camps (unwillingly) and when the camps were liberated they were treated (executed/tortured) as if they were SS volunteers who had been guarding these camps the whole war. They even had their own insignia (a swastika with an extra leg/finger/line), but I doubt the Soviets or the Americans would know it meant they were last-minute replacements for the actual guards...

[@teamredshirt]

@@AlphaChinoz The "I was just following orders, I didn't want to be there" argument falls about a light-year short when used by anyone who was guarding concentration camps.

[@AnonymousVenator]

​@@teamredshirt Well tbf they couldn't really refuse without some undoubtedly harsh consequences. I don't think most people would if they were I that position.

[@bigol9223]

​@@teamredshirt It's literally the reason any military personnel do anything.

[@SBCBears]

@@teamredshirt Not really. The Czech's were coerced, the Nazi's were not. Did you know that many of the death camp staff were Jews? Again, coerced-- good persons will do a lot to save their loved ones.

[@theHardyMonster1984]

As a war vet myself when your father makes a face I know EXACTLY what he's thinking. Combat is a universal language.

[@canton25]

it's weird isn't it? noticed the same....AATW

[@DoctorCataclysm]

@@canton25 AATW!

[@Briselance]

AATW? Army All The Way?

[@DoctorCataclysm]

@@Briselance Airborne All the Way. 82nd Airborne motto

[@davemingle6743]

I watched this movie it bothered me a bit but seeing some of his dad's reaction kinda hit my ptsd worst than the movie so I agree

[@VincentRiemer]

If your dad is a tank operator I think he'd (at the very least) be interested in the movie "Fury" following a single tank crew in WW2.

[@hvyduty1220]

His dad would love Fury....

[@buki29]

That movie is unrealistic

[@corporatecat230]

You can tell that you've never been in the military because you romanticize it. Veterans don't always want to watch films about war

[@West_Coast_Mainline]

Fury is awful

[@calabamian]

Seconded Fury. Surprisingly good film.

[@johnirving5949]

Even through the language barrier I could hear your father's empathy, experience, and wisdom. Reading what he said just confirmed it. Thank you and your father for this reaction!

[@openfly4u]

During the landing scenes, you could see he wasnt enjoying having to watch so much death, again...

[@DekkarJr]

yeah just makes you realize we're all the same.

[@notsoberoveranalyzer8264]

@@DekkarJr Most definitely. It’s always strange to me how similar we are, yet some claim difference. I’m willing to bet, this man could relate more with a US vet, than many of his own countrymen and vice versa. The simple fact that we can have completely different languages and cultures, yet we develop words with the very same concepts and meaning. Most people, just want to give their kids what they did not have, a good/safe place with opportunity and fairness. For hard work to be rewarded. In fact, plenty of Chinese just like Americans question their own government, get upset and frustrated with it, and the 1%ers for manipulating the population to infight. But the problem is like this: You can talk the most shit to your sibling or best friend. But if a stranger even throws a softball criticism their way, you’d go ape shit even if you just finished insulting them. People act this way with their nations too. Even though we all understand ours is not the best, that no perfect system exists. But the most important thing is for governments to continue to go through evolution. The alternative is Revolution aka War & Deaths of innocents.

[@boddaboom77]

Oh man. Im really sitting here nearly in tears listening to the dad say "doesnt matter the culture or people...war is the same for those who experience it: brutal." So true.

[@Siddhartha92]

Your Pop had me tearing up a few times... Not only did your Father return from war but he defeated the demons preventing himself from raising a fine young man. Everytime your dad said "the world needs peace" hit me so hard. You guys were great and thank you translating.

[@DerHammerSpricht]

It's always the actual veteran who want peace and the jingoistic "support our troops" civilians who think war is at all necessary.

[@robgraham5697]

The surest way to become a pacifist is to join the infantry. - Bill Maudlin

[@elijahseal3241]

@@DerHammerSpricht if a man wants peace he must be prepared for war

[@DekkarJr]

I loved how stoic his reaction was. At first I didn't think it'd be a good reaction but I watched it all the way through and I really admire how he looked at the soldiers in the film. He was also very informative with facts and stuff about how the tactics were and what was going on. The son was good at respectfully drawing it out of him as well cus you could tell he's kind of a man of few words lol xD

[@weirdtrashcinema]

This movie already makes me cry my eyes out, but reading your dad's stories man, it completely broke me. George, your dad is an incredibly strong man.

[@northwestkiwi7742]

I always tear up when the mother collapses on the porch, knowing why the officer and a priest are there.

[@ronweber1402]

@@northwestkiwi7742 Me too, every time it just crushes my heart.

[@LawNerd24]

​@@northwestkiwi7742 And, don't forget, she thinks they're there because ONE son has died.

[@Jansmaaa]

I'm from Finland and my grandfather was also a veteran so it must have had some effect on me as well. I rarely cry but saving private ryan and the band of brothers all ways make me cry. I even started watering watching this reaction.

[@flukay72]

The knife scene really disturbs me. The first time I watched it, that scene stuck with me for days.

[@boystainey]

I used to watch war movies with my dad. He served for 20 years and then I served. We were always close, but we got a lot closer when I served. I finally understood him and his service. I was rained on, froze in the snow, walked dozens and dozens of miles, went over seas twice. I was like “Pop, I get it man….” RIP Larry 02/19/2023

[@kateg7298]

My father was in the military for 32 years and I miss him for who he was .I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@Mr.Scootini]

He must be so proud of you. I’m sure he is smiling down at you right now.

[@spencermyers3964]

🫡

[@azabass]

🫡

[@IceKoldKilla]

RIP to all fallen soldiers. We are all used by the system to fight THEIR wars. Always the poor and young who fight while the rich and old stay in their mansions deciding what else to do that will only in more death. It's so sad.

[@Maderyne]

The soldiers you thought about were the Sullivan Brothers (5) who died during a sea battle. It was tragic and resulted in changing the assignments of siblings serving in that war. It was sobering to see your fathers reaction. Only those who have seen combat can really understand. I served from 72 to 76. I'm 70 yr's old, but that time still haunts me.

[@derevko]

They named a ship after them. USS The Sullivans

[@keimahane]

Also, the Elementary School on Yokosuka Navy Base in Japan is named after the Sullivan Brothers. Both of my daughters went to that school while I was in the Navy stationed in Yokosuka.

[@sinned6us]

Also a movie based on the event think it's called the fighting Sullivan's older movie like 50s

[@LarsonPetty]

Thought this was based on the Niland brothers.

[@KDad514]

As a combat vet I really got a full sense of your father's anguish while watching some of the scenes. Recovering from the sadness and sorrow of combat is very hard and some never do. Respect to your father for being so grounded and filled with empathy after his experiences in war.

[@dennisroyse8222]

Same here

[@ShyAnn291]

My grandpa was in the Army and never recovered from the sorrow and sadness, he never would talk about it. I never really understood why because my other Grandpa was in the Navy and loved telling stories, but I realized that my Grandpa in the Navy didn’t see the people that he killed unlike my Grandpa in the Army, so when I figured that out it made complete sense to me.

[@SavageHenry777]

​@@ShyAnn291 I knew a guy whose ship was hit by a kamikaze and he was not happy at all talking about it.

[@ShyAnn291]

@@SavageHenry777 I bet he wasn’t.

[@Jwine95]

Welcome home soldier. My big brother passed from injuries sustained in Iraq. I'm turning 30 now and i just enlisted myself giving up a 120,000$/ year oil and gas job because i just have that calling to be a part of something my brother was. I love you and all other vets, major respect to you. Till Valhalla CPL Wine. I miss you

[@vinniemoran7362]

Your Dad is the bomb. Every word he uttered was from the heart. Only a man who's been in the thick of things can want peace so bad. Your whole reaction was very moving to watch.

[@Phylonyous]

“Everyone I see someone bleed, I think about my friend…” that was rough to hear (read)

[@goatitisful]

Same here... what an amazingly powerful thing to convey. I hope he knows how much it meant for me to hear such a thing.

[@summergivens242]

Especially when he said Thats why we need world peace.

[@russianhorde]

It was humbling to hear your father speak so openly about his experiences. There’s a lot of talk about rivalry between China and the US today. Your father sharing his stories and his constant reminder that peace is the most important thing to maintain reminds me that even if there’s competition between the countries, both have to pursue a path that avoids war. Neither country, neither people deserve that devastation and harm.

[@burnerburner4074]

Too bad Hollywood and the MSM have created all these false narratives surrounding China and demonizing Chinese that most Americans have no idea of the history that the people have gone through and endured.

[@teresagoodman-walters7720]

Agreed❤

[@theothertonydutch]

That depends. Many resistance movements often consist of those willing to take the shots.@BugnOutLLC

[@urphakeandgey6308]

There are no winners in war. Everyone loses.

[@LIbertyorDeath419]

@@urphakeandgey6308 The bankers, politicians, and corporations are the only winners.

[@jnlaf]

As an U.S. vet myself,I have great respect for you father. We were in the service at the same time just different places..

[@t1mpani]

My own father (US Soldier, fought in Vietnam) watched this reaction with me. I’ve been given specific instructions to comment: Please pass along to your Dad, from one soldier to another, how much he appreciated this reaction. And yes, let’s keep the peace. 👍

[@cryptidian3530]

You could tell when the medic started repeating "I wanna go home, I wanna go home" it struck the father right in the heart, maybe brought back some memories.

[@maofria1452]

they stumble in the mg-42. They are lucky only one are shot. Frontal assaults are hopless against prepared defense. Realistic tatics was call support fire or flanking manouvers with automatic fire for pindown defenders.

[@Doug.Dimmadome]

You're right. People totally underestimate the terror of just being on patrol, forwarding the line and a MG42 (or a LMG in general) opens @@maofria1452

[@PaulLoh]

My dad is Chinese, and he fought in Vietnam for the US army. I myself was in the Navy. It was so good to see your father's reactions and hear some of his insight into how things were in actual combat.

[@lagrangewei]

Vietnam war was a mistake, the tragedy fact that most people don't realise is soldier don't get to choose the battlefield. never blame the soldier for the war, we are all just doing the same job, no one wish for a war. when the Vietnam war was over, Vietnam has several hundred abandoned Huey and sold the salvage right to Singapore, striped for sparepart, many were still left rusting in the jungle of Singapore, I was in the Singapore airforce when the last of the Huey still in good condition were clean up and donated to University for static display. Young as I was, I only saw them as relic of the past, but thinking back, those machines ferried alot of men to their doom, as well as help many escape from their doom. It was a machine that decide the fate of alot of men...

[@steemiepyle2608]

Except his dad didn't fight for the American Army, he's a goddamn slope headed commie.

[@steemiepyle2608]

@@lagrangewei You can blame the soldier for participating in the bloodshed. You act like there's no such thing as freewill. Typical brainwashed sheep.

[@evanboyd1541]

The Chinese invaded Vietnam in 1979 because the Vietnamese had occupied Cambodia and ousted the Khmer Rouge and Pol Pot from power.

[@Dana-ie2bh]

@@evanboyd1541 Yes, and then the Vietnamese massacred the Chinese in a battle and the Chinese ran back to China.

[@bluefalcon2958]

A lot of the anecdotes your dad told throughout the movie were eerily similar to my experiences as a US Marine in Afghanistan in 2010. Please tell him that I appreciate his willingness to react to this with you. Even though I don’t speak his language, I’d love to have a beer and cigar with him. 😊

[@mileshill7196]

As a navy vet, I’m familiar with the story of the 5 lost brothers. It was the Sullivan brothers and they all served on the same ship. That ship was sank, and all of them died, essentially ending the family line. Ultimately this lead to a change in the way the U.S. draws its recruits. In theory, a complete loss of a family’s future like that is now avoided. We also have named several ships “The Sullivans” in their honor as well. I also love the fact your father referenced the Dolittle raid, as it’s a beautiful (if somewhat rare in modern times) example of Chinese and American forces helping one another for the greater good of the world.

[@joshhencik1849]

Very much appreciate the reference to the Doolittle raid!

[@chardtomp]

The Sullivans were the most famous case but sadly there were a number of other incidents where several brothers in the same family were killed. This movie is based on a real situation although in the actual incident some of the brothers thought to be killed turned out to be prisoners.

[@thearisen7301]

They had a sister and the eldest brother did have a son, who served on the first ship named for his father & uncles, so the family line wasn't wiped out but it certainly was a huge wake up call.

[@paulybeefs8588]

​@@chardtomp The plot of Saving Private Ryan is fictional, and although the story isn't based on any particular situation there were many true stories and incidents in which entire lines of brothers were lost. In response to these situations the "sole survivor policy" was put in place in WW2 to exempt the last remaining son from military service, and in some cases locate an already enlisted last remaining son and send him home from battle.

[@DevinEMILE]

@@paulybeefs8588 I was reading that the son could actually turn the option to be discharged down and continue to serve.

[@effluviah7544]

My father is ex-military and his PTSD is too bad to watch any movies like this. Props to your father, thank you for recording your reactions for us.

[@Justanotherconsumer]

This movie is especially hard because they did their homework. A lot of vets didn’t make it through the beach scene, too many bad memories.

[@NetanelWorthy]

I haven’t even started this past the one minute mark, but I do just want to say, I think it’s very cool to branch out a little bit, and include your father in one of these videos, and going through all the hard work of having to subtitle everything. It’s really appreciated and I think this video will be a great addition to your channel.

[@rickyyt7305]

Seconding this sentiment. Really cool and really appreciate you both sharing with us.

[@QuanNguyen-og6pq]

Not sure why this video randomly popped up in my feed, but I enjoyed it. As a Vietnamese, I'm not sure what to feel and expect from a Chinese ex military person. The reason is Vietnam and China has had so many wars in the past, and we still have conflicts and dispute till this day. But after watching the video, I could see that your dad is just a human, just like my dad, or like any other human on this planet. We all want peace and a better future for our kids.

[@buckbuchanan4902]

When you truly look at your enemy, you often see yourself. In different circumstances, your enemy could have been your best friend.

[@allychristofferson3577]

@@QuanNguyen-og6pq I am tearing up reading all of these comments, but yours made me burst into tears. I wish everyone could have this realization. It is so gut-wrenching.

[@Psergiorivera]

Your fathers stories were powerful and very impactful. The friends he made and lost, the cruelty he saw, absolutely made my heart break. I’m over here crying.

[@YuProducciones]

totally agree, its really sad.

[@G6Tarantula]

Your dad left me speechless throughout the whole video. He’s one strong man.

[@YuProducciones]

yes. agree

[@Jfiejdjdjb]

All Chinese soldiers back then were strong brave and ballsy motherfuckers, my grandfather was forced into the PLA around the same time. He took place in the battle of Laoshan against the Vietnamese. Although he was a foot soldier, a scout

[@koreancowboy42]

​@@Jfiejdjdjb I mean the chinese soldiers had to be strong due to their lack of technology and weaponry. Compared to the super powers Russia, Germany, British, U.S

[@petersonchan9250]

This is probably my favourite reaction to film ever. Speaking Cantonese myself, it was fascinating to hear your Dad's incredible heart-wrenching accounts! Thank You Sir, for sharing with us! ❤

[@thedisciple516]

wow this was Cantonese? Cool. (Assumed it was Mandarin).

[@PAWfessionalTennis]

@@thedisciple516 nah, it sounds very different than mandarin. (but obviously if you don't speak either language and haven't had much contact with them, then you won't hear the difference)

[@thedisciple516]

@@PAWfessionalTennis Yeah I know they're very different and not mutually intelligable.. just assumed it was Mandarin I guess b/c that's what a majority of Chinese people speak.

[@PAWfessionalTennis]

@@thedisciple516 yeah, it makes sense

[@fs127]

@@PAWfessionalTennis Yeah, I think mandarin is a bit harder on the ears for nonspeakers, sharper sounding anyways.

[@someguyontheinternet68]

it actually gave me chills seeing how your father at the beginning of the video was in a good mood and stuff but then as soon as the battle scene starts he just gets a cold blank expression on his face probably because this was reminding him of something he lived through

[@ZacCostilla]

I’m a 20-year veteran and even hearing your dad’s story was amazing and touching. Wishing him the best. Funny that those who served are usually the ones most averse to more war.

[@jamesalexander5623]

That is so true .... The ones who aren't are Crazy People!

[@Xtremez350]

20 yr olds are not veterans ....

[@darthsaren6519]

I was about to say that., guys who were in the army and know what weapons and war can really do , those are the guys saying peace is most important. Heard some guys with the whole Ukraine Russia conflict who sugggested NATO should just attack and I was like ...what ? are you guys nuts ?

[@17thknight]

All of us who served get it

[@unclebounce1495]

Most averse to unnecessary war. If it's necessary, they're the first to stand up. War gets a bad wrap. War itself is not bad but rather a great thing, but only if you break it apart with deeper analysis. war only occurs when good guys step up to stop bad guys. If that doesn't happen, it's nor war, it's just oppression/conquering/capitulation/genocide/whatever words you want to use for one-sided brutality and aggression. THAT's the evil part. Unnecessary aggression. War is when the defenders/good guys (not always the same) stand up to the bad guys. That's a great thing. Without war, everyone would be sheep and the world would eb owned by one tyrant.

[@joekenorer]

Your dad is holding back a lot, he reminds me of my father who served in the Pacific during WWII and again in Korea as a Ranger. My old man never slept well in all his years, he was haunted by the things he did and saw. Tell your father there is deep respect for him.

[@richardsong6172]

Thank your father from the bottom of my heart. Im Korean so it means the world to me.

[@mofo888]

I noticed this as well, the blinking was a stress response.

[@Fizzbizz]

My dad told me much of the same about my grandfather, who fought in the Winter War and the Continuation War. Although he went on to live a long and, I'd like to believe, a fulfilling life, he straight up refused to share his experiences with anyone. My father thinks this is because my grandfather didn't think anyone from his family would be able to understand the rough experiences he had in those times.

[@avlisk]

My Dad fought in the Pacific, too. He would wake up screaming from nightmares. He never spoke about his service over there. He caught a disease in the Philippines and was discharged in late 1944. He died in 1965.

[@XXdocdropXX]

Truly one of the greatest reaction videos I’ve ever seen. Your father was awesome. He instantly seemed comfortable, interested, empathetic and insightful. The language barrier was not an issue at all. Would love to see more with you guys someday.

[@brettalexander.studio]

Agree. Very good. ❤

[@hookipaboy3412]

You’re Dad is definitely a hero,it doesn’t matter if he’s Chinese or American he has experienced the horrors of War 😔and you are Blessed to still have him in your life🙏🏽Aloha from Hawaii🤙🏽

[@Tarantula_Fangs]

The part where your father shares his story about his friend, my eyes began to water. Much respect to your father, war is terrible doesn’t matter the flag of your nation.

[@Tarantula_Fangs]

@@kensworld81 Your arrogance is what’s ridiculous. Not all people sign up to fight for a nation, some nations force that upon It’s people. The innocent always seem to be the ones that suffer at the hands of those that hold the power.

[@Smettli]

@@Tarantula_Fangs , well said! My grandfather was in the resistance in Norway during WW2, responsible for running the underground Norwegian newspaper, and got caught by the Gestapo and sent to the concentration camp in Saxenhausen for 3 years, where he became friends with one of the young prison guards, who was forced to be there or else the nazi's would kill his family. The guard himself hated the nazi party, he just did it to keep his family alive, and I think we can all sympathize with that.

[@dorarie3167]

Very insightful contributions from your dad as a former military member. He saw the understanding of human character, and the intrinsic humanity, of the director. His sadness at the memories of his dead classmates was palpable.

[@GlassDog]

Your dad rules, first and foremost. Super grateful to receive history from him, a perspective that the average American has no hope of getting from most outlets. The story of Chinese locals trying to rescue US Airmen from Japanese controlled Zhejiang was amazing. Covered in his friend's blood as they went to the hospital from a location in the mountains was difficult, but important, to hear. "50 years later I remember all their names." "War for any people in the world feels the same....one word, brutal." Grateful for the video today.

[@lelouchvibritannia4028]

That story is called the Doolittle Raid. The Chinese civilians that tried to help the American airmen that crash landed in China were punished by the Japanese Army. Japan retaliated by murdering hundreds of thousands of Chinese civilians.

[@zacharyschneider5341]

My grandfather was a veteran from the Korean War and was ALSO a tank driver! In over 25 years, I only heard him speak of his service days twice. A big thank you to your father for sharing some of his insight and experiences. This movie is not always the easiest for veterans to watch.

[@WTDProductions]

This may be the best reaction CineBinge has ever put out. So sad that war is a universal language, but glad to hear your dad’s story and his calls for peace

[@bryanr8897]

This was profound. Thank you for sharing your father with us, George.

[@frethero19]

"War for any people in the world feels the same, one word, brutal" So much respect for your dad you can tell he really feels deep sadness when he remembers his fellow brothers.

[@nachgeben]

Your father is so soft-spoken and gentle-presently for what he's gone through. I wish I could give him a hug tbh. Thank you for sharing him with us, too.

[@clydewest2853]

Loved this reaction with your dad. His facial reactions, his insights and his stories. It just proves we all don't need to speak the same language to understand each other.

[@ZafVirex]

So much respect to your father coming on camera to share his story. His memories of his times in the military are living history. This was a special vid for sure. Thanks for letting us share in this.

[@1lottoticket]

This will probably get lost, but. As an american combat medic, this was very refreshing to see. Your fathers takes on certain scenes were spot on. I'm curious to know more about your grandfather, and possibly your fathers takes on the series "the pacific".

[@klaxonklaxon]

This is the first time I have ever heard a first hand account of the China / Vietnam war from the chinese perspective from someone who actually participated in it .The understatement and detail from your father is very impressive This was very enlightening and moving

[@iang.1676]

Thank you and especially thank you to your father. The way you almost gently led your father into speaking about his experiences in war was very moving. Combat veterans of all nations are often very reluctant to talk about their experiences. It takes the right approach to make them feel comfortable enough to do so. Thanks again.

[@CineBingeReact]

Thanks Ian! ☺️

[@jamyorday]

@@CineBingeReactcheck out Fury!

[@AldoGuerraALDO-METAL]

Watching your fathers facial expressions and seeing his hurt on his face...I think I cried more for your father than I did for the movie. I can't even imagine experiencing war. Mad respect for your dad.

[@ronaldcutshall2981]

Respect to your father from one soldier to another. I was a combat medic like your grandfather. I believe I can speak for your father and myself that we do not want war, only peace.

[@robertsmith4681]

The conversation with your dad was a real treat, very rare for "Combloc" veterans who made it to the west to discuss their experiences.

[@Rononk]

I really appreciate you bringing your dad into this, and for him to share his personal stories. I do not usually comment on videos, but thank him for sharing his experiences, and thank you George for putting the extra effort into translations and just everything gone into this.

[@JunoReactor77]

As soon as your father said he was a tank driver I thought you guys definitely need to watch "Fury" together! I think he'd have some great input and commentary for that film! Edit. Now I get to the end of the reaction and you mention Fury too! I think that's a great idea and your father is amazing!

[@banditcroco9014]

seconded!

[@arkboy3]

Ready!!

[@troyo2219]

I came here to suggest that as well.

[@coopsdogg6925]

Same here, as soon as he said he was a tank driver, I thought of Fury.

[@MilkTea101]

Fury is not a good movie. The effects may not be bad, the acting may not be bad either, but the writing is bad, like seriously bad, Saving Private Ryan or Hacksaw Ridge in terms of American movies that I watched, are movies that made me thoughtful. Fury is a glorification of a Sherman tank crew and making look the German Wehrmacht look like a toddler group.

[@ALifeThatRocks]

I am a soldier that became a Peacemaker. I’ve worked with foreign militaries from around the world including some adversaries. What I’ve observed in your dad I’ve seen elsewhere. We are all the same. We share values and love for our children, our dogs our friends. Soldiering ironically is a universal experience and I hear that in your dad. I thank you for your service and very glad we didn’t meet under different circumstances. ✌️🎸

[@taniele84]

Your father is amazing His gentleness , the dark sadness of his memories and stories, with this contrasting gentle nature and gentle soul. It always amazes me how those who have been through the most painful and most devastating heroic journeys are those with the most soft spoken, kind, passive and gentle of spirits. Goes to show the reality of courage and bravery and honor. Something Hollywood can only try to capture. As much as I love this movie, your fathers presence and the words he shared felt more real and more mind opening and thought provoking than any character Hollywood can create. I don’t know this channel This video popped up randomly But if you do anything in life, you should write a novel on your fathers life and stories and journey. I promise you, his story is one we all want to hear.

[@GermLoc]

Well Said!

[@michaelmisczuk1188]

Good idea.

[@Hyxtrem]

You're right and it also show us the stupidity we can say and do during Peace periods. People fighting over so tiny details when... in fact, only lives matter. I made a pilgrimage to Hiroshima. Since the day I sounded the tocsin of the monument dedicated to the childrens of Hiroshima, I'm crying at every nuclear bomb imagery. I absolutly loved his father sharing his story with us. You can sense a very profound pain which will never go away.

[@kensworld81]

you don't know enough about the human experience to even comment on it. It does matter which flaf is fought for only a coward thinks otherwise.

[@taniele84]

@@kensworld81 You’re not as cool as you think you are

[@HystericalHyena24]

This was a wonderful idea, George! I hope we get to see more familial reactions in the future. Please thank your father for all of us for sharing his experiences.

[@toddmarryatt443]

My dad was canadian airborne. My grandfather was a paratrooper who died in WWII by sniper fire while out hunting for food with one of my great uncles. My uncle survived but messed up for a good while, mentally. My mother remembers that if she had to wake him up, she would poke him with a stick. He would explode out of bed with violence in his heart. I never heard a war story from either of them. My uncle was a sweet kind old man who had a good woman to help him. I really appreciate your father talking about his experiences.

[@michlo3393]

I was a tank driver in Iraq. Everything your father said is true. I only had a pistol as well, our main weapons were the crew served M249 and M2 mounted on the turret and the M240C on the Co-Ax and of course, the 120mm main gun. Our tank was our universe, we would stay buttoned up (hatches closed) for days, each time we'd open up for fresh air we would be on the lookout for grenades lobbed into our turret. The rule was: try and catch whatever was thrown in and throw it back out. Don't let it land inside the turret. One time our loader was wounded and a mechanic took his place, we stopped and opened hatches and someone tossed a satchel charge into our turret. It landed in his lap, instead of throwing it back out he tried to escape and when it blew it killed him. When friends ask what I did, I tell them I was "too drunk to remember" but I remember moments like this, I remember running over Iraqi vehicles that got into our convoy because we weren't allowed to stop and they did. I remember using the main gun to knock down buildings our infantry couldn't clear. I remember using the Co-Ax to kill enemies on the street, sometimes civilians got caught in the crossfire. I remember driving down allyways too tight that we couldn't traverse the turret. I remember Republican Guard T-72's hiding around corners waiting to shoot us. They were easy, the hard part was telling friend from foe on the streets. I also remember chain-smoking cigarettes to mask the smell of 4 guys living inside a 120 degree hull of a tank for weeks at a time.

[@samholdsworth420]

You had a Cadillac compared to this man's experience in a pinto lol. 😊

[@michlo3393]

@@samholdsworth420 It's all semantics, and unlike an Abrams, a Cadillac can and will start every time ;)

[@BoxerRick]

I was with 4/64 armor in DS. We weren't allowed to smoke on our tank. Though in my first 3 years as a driver, I did smoke a joint while driving at NTC in California and when I was Stationed in Germany. Nobody even noticed since we were unbuttoned. I was driving a M60A3 then. I never was a loader. I went straight to gunner when we got the first M1s

[@davidyoungblood7887]

I believe that was the best reaction video I have ever seen. Thank you for having your father in the review. The meaning was much deeper when you have someone there who has actually experienced war. I also thank your father for his life stories and insight.

[@chrissmith7584]

Great reaction and incredibly noble of your father to put himself in a vulnerable position in front of thousands. Loved his personal insight and would honestly love to see him in more reactions with you.

[@cynthiaoconnor7185]

My dad served in Korea. My daughter and I saw this movie with him. I had grown up watching war films at drive-ins with my family but this movie stands out. Afterwards, we passed a man in his 80s leaning against a wall, crying silently. My father said this movie was the only one to portray war realistically.

[@teresagoodman-walters7720]

My father served in Korea as well. ❤

[@LarsonPetty]

​@@teresagoodman-walters7720Mine, too. 25th Infantry Div WW2, Korea, Vietnam. Just passed this past May.

[@BubblyRainbows]

My dad served in the Marines in the Middle East, and my Grandpa was drafted in Vietnam. This movie is the only war movie my dad has ever watched with me, and he sat through it like a statue. Neither my dad nor Grandpa will talk about their experiences. I give your dad mad respect for being willing to go on camera on the internet and share his knowledge and experiences. I would absolutely be all in for another reaction with your dad as guest reactor, even if I did miss Simone.

[@tambourinesmusicmachine]

Stuff like this is important. Hearing the stories of those who have served in war, hearing straight from their lips how pointless war is. Your father's stories broke my heart to hear.

[@tylerbramhall6596]

Please tell your Dad “Thank You” from all of us. Taking the time to watch this and share his stories is very much appreciated. ❤

[@darcenex14]

The story your dad mentioned about the US Airmen who attacked Tokyo and had to divert to China is known as the Doolittle Raid. This is another amazing, yet heartbreaking story.

[@LrngMn]

Americans have no idea the amount of Chinese civilians killed by the Japanese in retaliation for the Raid.

[@yargnad]

That story alone would be great for a movie or documentary.

[@CoolKidReeceZ]

it is featured in the movie Pearl Harbor@@yargnad

[@danny9511]

It was also in Midway, the movie. I totally recommend checking it out. Its probably one of the most accurate history film. @@yargnad

[@MsCathrynC]

Please thank your father for sharing with us. As a Vietnam veteran, still suffering PTSD and a lifetime of separation from family and friends, I found his words familiar and his hope for peace comforting. It’s good to know that other people throughout the world that have been in combat understand what is really important. There may be hope for all of us yet.

[@teresagoodman-walters7720]

Thank you for your service. My father and brothers were vets. My father served in Korea. My brothers during Desert Storm. God bless you and keep you. ❤

[@sergio765410]

Welcome home, brother. Thank you. Semper Fidelis.

[@Jwine95]

Welcome home soldier. I know times wasn't the same because my grandpa was in nam, But I just want you to know I love you, and your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

[@jedimindtrix2142]

Yep China went into Nam not long after we got out. It didn't go too well for them either. In fact that was the last time the Chinese military saw live combat.

[@joshdavis3743]

I've watched several of these movies with your dad. You can tell when he gets emotional because he blinks a lot, and blinks real hard so he doesn't cry. Much stronger man than I.

[@melissavukelic4138]

This reaction was so incredibly moving and impactful. When your Dad spoke about his memories of his time at war, those he fought beside and those lost, I could see how the imagery of the movie seemed to transport him back to that time. Thank you for doing this reaction, and much respect and appreciation to your Father for sharing his experience.

[@slyFoxx365]

As a vet, I really appreciate hearing his real world experience. Incredible stories.. I'm happy you had the thought to involve your dad in this. Much respect to him!

[@rastashaman9139]

My grandpa had 5 brothers and all were sent to Vietnam, some state official had to send a letter to my great-grandma not to send her last son which was my grandfather. By some miracle from god all 5 brothers made it home to their families. This movie always reminds me of them.

[@youtubeviewer7122]

Best part of this Video was hearing your father's opinion and stories. I also admire how he kept reiterating that we need to keep the peace. I totally agree with him. It was so refreshing to me hearing him say this over and over again. I respect that. Great video.

[@Foulm710]

This was really good. Your dad seems like a good, wise man, and his thoughts and experiences was a great addition. Anyone who goes through the horror of war and comes out with a peaceful soul and outlook should be admired. I'd definitely like to see more with him if he's up for it. Also, this edit must have been much more work than usual, so thanks for the translations

[@kylelee3576]

This was such a treat George, thank you. Your dad seems like such a thoroughly decent man, and seeing his knowledge and especially his wisdom alongside his visceral reaction to what’s happening in the movie was just wonderful. Thank you for sharing your dad with us, and please let him know we’d love him back any time.

[@shreknet]

This rules. This was one of the most satisfying reaction videos I've seen in a long while George thank you. Your father had very important insights into the realities of war, I thank him for sharing them too.

[@TheMugenmunster]

Your dad seems like the guy that has a lot of lessons to teach not just in oh crap situations but everyday life lessons. Good guy.

[@mindime1499]

Oh George, thank your dad for all of us. I would watch more reactions with your dad. This was a treasure

[@katwebbxo]

Thank you to your dad for sharing his stories with all of us. So much respect for what he's been through. 💖

[@STOCKHOLM07]

Normally on reactions I stop when the movie is over. I could've listened to him keep going for another hour.

[@AngeloBarovierSD]

​@@STOCKHOLM07 Same.

[@madeincda]

I can't believe how much I learned from your father just in this short reaction. I appreciate him taking the time to reflect on his service. Thank you for sharing your stories, sir. This needs to be a regular thing!

[@timshepherd4626]

Watching your father and his reaction was amazing! He is very wise and very strong. When I watched this in the theatre I hate to admit it but I cried, more than once, and I'm not even military. He is very strong to see this without a tear. Thank you and nothing but love and respect for his service!!

[@Elijah31011]

I need to watch more of you and your father. This is an incredible perspective. As US Army for over 20 years I honestly don’t see who anyone fought for, I just see someone who did exactly what I did and I have a deep respect. Thank you for bringing him in for this.

[@DekkarJr]

Would be amazing to see his reaction to Fury him having drove tanks. My dad drove tanks during Vietnam too, he was a Captain in the 1st cavalry ( i think? maybe it was the first armored xD i can't remember and i find military classifications srsly confusing lol xD ). He never got sent over thank god but my uncles brother did and he was a helicopter pilot and has INSANE stories about flying through enemy fire and landing beyond enemy lines trying to exfiltrate men from the area before the air force bombed the shit out of it. Some figures say we lost like 20% of our men in vietnam to friendly fire because of the strategies at the time of engaging the enemy and then trying to draw them back into a target area and then bomb the shit out of it :3

[@jamesb4700]

I loved your father's reaction. It's refreshing to see another vet react to movies like this. I would love to see him react to FURY, seeing that he was a tank driver. Also, "WE WERE SOLDIERS". Finally, Band of Brothers, i would ABSOLUTELY LOVE his perspective on this series, which was inspired by this movie.

[@tabo01]

soldiers have more in common with another country's soldiers than they do with their countries politicians.

[@tavish4699]

id preferre him to watch some US made korean or vietnam era war movie so he could debunk it would do good to most of you americans

[@Dagger_323]

@@tavish4699 Lol there is far more propaganda in WWII movies than in Korea or especially Vietnam movies (which is a war that countless Americans protested at the time and still to this day disagree with). It would be far better to have someone who actually knows truth debunk WWII depictions than any of what you mentioned, since that's where America and the Allies are glorified the most predominantly.

[@tavish4699]

@@Dagger_323 it would still do you some good to finally realize you guys where the baddies in the mentioned wars

[@Dagger_323]

@@tavish4699 many of us have already been aware of that. It's not exactly unpopular in America to believe we were wrong in Korea and Vietnam. It is _extremely_ unpopular in both America and most of the world to believe we were wrong in _both_ World Wars. Hyper-focusing on Korea and Vietnam does virtually nothing to reveal who the _real_ enemy is. That's where WWII is particularly relevant. You can continue to point the finger at America as the "bad guys" all you want while the sneering hook-noses, the ones who've _really_ been pulling the strings, continue to manipulate and subvert to get their way. At the end of the day your rhetoric is futile and accomplishes nothing unless you're willing to identify who that enemy is.

[@DonHG32]

There were two elderly ladies sitting in front of me when I saw this film and after the main battle sequence at the start of the film, one lady turned to the other and said "My Kevin couldn't watch this." That one sentence really brought home to me what the young men who stormed the beaches must have gone through and the trauma that followed them all the days of their lives.

[@jerodast]

Not surprising this is one of your most watched and liked videos. The movie is hall of fame excellent, but more importantly your dad's weariness and wisdom about his time, and war in general, is just as moving as the movie. Thank you so much to both of you. No idea about accuracy of your translation but it definitely felt very smooth to connect the film, his thoughts and reactions, and his subtitled words - great job.

[@Chuck-PK]

My dad was in the Hungarian Army in the early 50s before the Revolution. He always said, "Never serve in a tank, you don't expect it but it's the worst, most vulnerable position to be in on a battlefield ever except for submarines."

[@Coyote27981]

It depends on which war. In WW2 they had the best survivability rate. But after modern weapons came along... Yeah its not a nice place to be in the big slow target. Armor is not as effective as it used to be.

[@GK-cb3vc]

@@Coyote27981 Submarine is waaaay worse imo. Navy was also preety bad in WWI and WWII, nowdays they are the safest branch.

[@Coyote27981]

@@GK-cb3vc Navy has better survivability now, cause they havent fought a peer state in almost 80 years...

[@neurofiedyamato8763]

Depends on the specific military and conflict. But US tankers didn't suffer very high casualties. Infantry is the worst in pretty much all conflicts. Its the most exhausting, the most vulnerable, and see the worst side of humanity face to face. As far as combat arms is concerned, artillery is probably the safest. Navy and air force depends if you are fighting against peer adversaries or not.

[@A.French]

It was amazing to see your father's point of view with his experience in the military.

[@thethesaxman23]

Great reaction! Language barrier wasn’t an issue at all. I particularly liked all the additional context your dad was able to add from his own experiences and his knowledge of WWII

[@jimo680]

Thanks for doing that with your dad. II'm a vet; and, hearing your dad helped me heal a bit myself. Thanks and God Bless to you both. Well done.

[@windihari]

Your father's face...every time one of the young men cries for his mom...he understands. No words.

[@jamesdulak3108]

An older Chinese veteran's take on American war movies like this is extremely interesting, one of the cooler Saving Private Ryan reactions out there for sure.

[@patm5594]

Thank you for introducing your dad . He seems like such a wise man. I could see the pain that war left in him. I hope he gets to do another movie with you

[@marshalmichelney-bc8qn]

My grandfather fought in the Korean War. He always talked about the Chinese soldiers that would throw grenades in the back of retreating American ambulances. He was very upset and traumatized by that. But hearing your father talk brought me peace. He was just a kid himself on the other side of it. Your father is a good man. He’s seen much. I would love to hear more of his stories. He has much to tell. Much love, and best wishes ✌🏻👍🏼

[@saintsataniko2116]

Your dad had a lot of great insights into what it's like being in the military, and also about Spielberg's deep understanding of human behavior and emotions. My own dad was in the Marines when he was young and I wish I had gotten to watch this movie with him before he passed away. But it would have been hard because this damn movie always makes me cry.

[@kirbyesque]

This film is so deeply moving, but hearing your dad’s reflections on the brutality of war, and of his experiences was another level of humanity. My dad was drafted by the US Army to fight in Vietnam in 1968, and rarely spoke of his experiences- I watched this film with him when it came out, and he opened up a little. His conclusions are the same as your dad’s; peace is the most important thing.

[@chasesmith9681]

Extreme respects to your dad to put himself out there infront of the world. And it was awesome to hear his knowledge and stories. Older Vets have the best and saddest stories. Edit: It wpuld be awesome to see more of him for more war movies and to hear more of his stories honestly we need to preserve older vets stories they are part of history of the human race as a whole. No matter the side or nation they all fought for their homes,families and something they believed in. (Also i'm terribly sorry for your fathers loss of his war buddy.)

[@VincentNajger1]

There are some amazing veteran channels on KZbin dedicated to recording the stories of all the old vets before they pass. There's the American Veterans Center and Voices of History (VoH has been recording the memories of veterans well before KZbin. He posts recordings that he made 20 years ago of WW2, Korea and Vietnam vets that are no longer with us, as well as recording the recollections of everyone from the top brass down to the grunts in the trenches...great channel)

[@aardvarkbiscuit2677]

When I was in primary school I used to regularly get sent to the principals office. He would sit and tell me his war stories from the pacific theatre. I suspect it was cathartic to him to unload some of his pain.

[@kennethsponburg6415]

Your dad is so cool. Intelligent, wise, humble, and understands better than most the horrors of war. You couldn't ask for a better father.

[@followthetrawler2800]

Beautiful in the most tragic way. The story about being with his friend going to the far off hospital and seeing your father relive it was crushing. Thank you to him and yourselves for doing this.

[@BlackRoseImmortal]

You dad's heartfelt insight was everything in this video.

[@tigahstyle]

I saw this in the theater in Santa Fe with a bunch of old vets in the audience. It was heart-wrenching.

[@bluecomet1109]

did they leave the theatre or stay until the end, I heard a story that some vets stayed for the entire movie and at the end credits all you could hear was weeping and sobbing from the vets

[@InsightsAbroad]

Your dad is a real gentleman. I am proud of our service men and women around the world. May they be a voice of mercy while others TALK about starting wars

[@strongallalong89]

Videos like this - including your father who’s a Chinese war veteran - are what remind me that we’re all a human family, and most of us just want to live in peace and be with our loved ones. I wish our governments would do the same.

[@Sigma1_969]

I really feel your father's pain and I can see the anguish in his face, I'm also ex military...and I can tell you from experience, we "NEVER" forget our fallen comrades.. like your father and his before him, losing your brother or sister in battle is a lifelong nightmare we never get over.... Bless your father for his service and may peace enter his dreams and vanquish the the visions he still has.

[@samhui9433]

As a former army guy myself, is really enlightening to hear your dad's insights and experiences on combat and war, particularly from the Chinese army's perspective. There's very little information on the sino-viet conflicts in the english speaking world too so he truly offers an incredible "boots on the ground" perspective. You should find a way to record the memories someday! My grandfather who passed away recently fought in WWII and the civil war that followed in China. Mostly due to the language barrier (I was never fluent in Cantonese) I was never really able to ask him about his time and what he went through back then in detail. It is, well, not a regret since I couldn't really make it happen but just something that I wished I could have done. He also loved watching war movies as well and your video with your dad reminded me of my times with my grandfather. Thankyou for sharing this with us.

[@YuriLongarms]

Hui is dick in Russian

[@ryancitrin5219]

Unlimited respect for your father. There is nothing like listening to someone who has had a lifetime of experience. Very particular experiences as well. Wish you two the best.