Biographical Film Showcases the Life of Nankai’s “School Father” Yan Xiu

A special screening event for the biographical film “Yan Xiu, a Teacher of a Generation” was held in Beijing on Teachers’ Day. The film tells the story of‍ Yan Xiu, a renowned⁣ educator in the late Qing Dynasty, who played a‍ pivotal role in shaping the country’s educational landscape.

The film’s creation ‌spanned over⁤ a decade,⁤ with the production team ⁣meticulously ⁢examining historical materials to ​bring Yan Xiu’s story to life. The ​movie depicts Yan Xiu’s‌ unwavering ‌dedication⁢ to educational reform, which he believed was crucial ‍in saving the nation from ‌turmoil.

Director Hong Baosheng emphasized the timelessness of Yan ⁤Xiu’s ideas,⁢ stating, “As ‍a great educator, Yan Xiu proposed ‘don’t​ aspire​ to be an official, but a patriot,’ and formulated ‌a new educational policy of ‘advocating public ⁤spirit, martial arts and⁣ practicality.’‍ His ideas remain relevant even after more than 120 years.”

During the post-screening interaction, a Nankai alumnus ⁤expressed his deep admiration‌ for Yan Xiu’s ⁣patriotism, saying, “Patriotism is Nankai’s ⁤tradition, and Nankai’s patriotic spirit originated from ‌Mr. Yan Xiu. In the film, Mr.⁤ Yan Xiu’s selfless actions, such as protecting patriotic students ⁣arrested⁤ during the May ⁢Fourth Movement and establishing the ‘Fan Sun Scholarship’ to​ support Zhou ⁤Enlai’s study in France, demonstrate his unwavering commitment to‌ China’s rejuvenation.”

The film is a testament ⁤to Yan Xiu’s enduring legacy and his​ profound impact⁢ on the country’s educational system. By ⁣exploring ⁢the modernity and ⁤practical significance ​of Yan Xiu’s ideas, the film offers a fresh perspective on the life and times of this remarkable educator.