In the theater where light and shadow are intertwined, a movie "Article 20" directed by Zhang Yimou and starring Lei Jiayin, Ma Li and other powerful actors is being released. The film has captured the attention of many viewers with its compelling storyline and profound social significance. However, for some viewers, the title "Article 20" seems a bit mysterious, but what exactly does it refer to?
After our in-depth understanding, we have lifted the veil of mystery - "Article 20" actually refers to Article 20 of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China, which specifies the relevant content of legitimate defense. "Justifiable defense" refers to the act of stopping an unlawful infringement in order to protect the state, the public interest, the person, property and other rights of oneself or others in the face of an ongoing unlawful infringement. If such an act causes damage to the wrongdoer, it is justified defense and does not bear criminal responsibility.
The movie "Article 20" delves into the legal concept of legitimate defense through three real and vivid stories. The characters in the film, whether they are bus drivers fighting for justice, middle school students who bravely fight against school bullying, or villagers who can't bear it anymore and rise up to resist, their stories all revolve around the theme of legitimate self-defense. These stories not only give the audience a deeper understanding of legitimate defense, but also feel the power of fairness and justice.
In reality, the application of justifiable defence has always been a complex and delicate topic. In the past, for various reasons, the justifiable defense clause has not been fully applied. However, since 2018, under the guidance of the Supreme People's Procuratorate, a series of legitimate defense cases have been successfully handled, which has revitalized this provision and become a powerful force to protect people's rights and interests.
The movie "Article 20" is not only an entertainment work, it is also a vivid legal lesson. Zhang Tingting, producer of the Film and Television Center of the Supreme People's Procuratorate, said that the film's creative team studied a lot of legal knowledge and went to the procuratorate to experience life to ensure the authenticity and educational significance of the story. In this way, the film presents legal knowledge to the audience in the form of a vivid story, so that the law is no longer out of reach, but has become an important part of everyone's life.
As the story develops on the screen, we see the formation of a more just, warm, and discerning judicial system. Just as Zhou Huiyong, deputy director of the First Supervision Department of the Supreme People's Procuratorate, said, legitimate defense is not only a right granted to citizens by law, but also an important means for the masses to resist violations and crimes. Through the screening of Article 20, we have not only promoted social righteousness, but also encouraged the spirit of righteousness and courage, which is of far-reaching significance for building a more harmonious society with the rule of law.