UNBROKEN: The Untold Story of Shen Yun — Coquitlam Community Screening
Gripping and emotionally charged.The Hollywood Times
The Film
UNBROKEN is a documentary about a world-renowned dance company dedicated to reviving traditional Chinese culture — and the 20-year campaign of repression it has endured.
Through the story of two brothers, the film explores resilience, artistic freedom, and the courage to stand firm and refuse to be silenced.
From the ballfield to the world stage
Twenty years
Twenty years ago, Shen Yun began with a mission: to revive the beauty and wisdom of traditional Chinese culture through the performing arts.
Since then, it has grown into one of the world’s most successful performing arts organizations, inspiring millions of audience members across five continents. Yet behind this remarkable success story lies another story, one rarely told.
Why it matters now
UNBROKEN recently premiered on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., as part of a congressional presentation hosted by Congressman Marlin Stutzman. The event brought together Members of Congress, policy experts, Shen Yun artists, and other invited guests to examine the broader implications of transnational repression for freedom of expression, public safety, and democratic institutions.
The Coquitlam community screening brings the film to a local audience, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and a community conversation about artistic freedom, cultural identity, and cultural expression.
In the film
Press
“I was just deeply moved.”
Christine TatumFmr. president, Society of Professional Journalists
“One of the most important documentaries I’ve seen.”
Dr. Naomi WolfAuthor & journalist
“My eyes were opened.”
Thomas M. CopelandActor & performer, New York City“Insightful … timely … part coming-of-age story and part political thriller.”
“A meditation on freedom itself.”
Event Details
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All times local to Coquitlam (Pacific Time, UTC−7).
Capitol Hill recap
A brief official video from the film’s congressional presentation in Washington, D.C.
Watch the video on YouTube