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Chinese-Language Films

Top 500 Chinese-language films from a catalog of 1,509, ranked by TMDB rating.

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Teahouse1,982Tian XieDrama, History8.731ChineseChinaAn old teahouse in Beijing serves as the stage for a drama that unfolds over several tumultuous decades of modern Chinese history, from the waning days of the Qing dynasty to the eve of the People's Republic.
Roaring Across the Horizon1,999Chen GuoxingDrama, History8.515ChineseChinaAfter the Korean War, General Feng Shi leads a heroic army into the Gobi Desert on a mission from the Central Committee. At the same time, scientist Lu Guangda returns from the U.S. and says goodbye to his wife. As talented individuals from scientific institutions join the effort, they face harsh conditions—scarce resources, outdated technology, and frequent natural disasters—but work together toward a common goal.
Mumu2,025Mo ShaDrama, Family8.511ChineseChinaDeaf Xiao Ma and his daughter Mumu rely on each other for companionship. The little "big sister" Mumu serves as the family's pillar—bridging commun...
The Legend of Hei 22,025Gu JieAnimation, Fantasy, Action8.443ChineseChinaWhen an attack shatters the fragile peace between the spirit world and humanity, Hei teams up with Luye, the last disciple of his Shifu Wuxian, to expose a conspiracy that threatens both realms - and the bond they've sworn to protect.
The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru2,024Fang LiDocumentary8.425ChineseChinaFilmmaker Fang Li and his crew explore exhaustive historical investigation, as far as possible to find the core of the British, American, Japanese and Chinese parties and descendants, trying to infinitely close to the truth of the World War II "Death Ship" — "Lisbon Maru", which is 30 meters under the sea off the East Polar Island in Zhoushan, China.
Wreaths at the Foot of the Mountain1,984Xie JinDrama, War8.419ChineseChinaWreaths at the Foot of the Mountain is a 1984 Chinese film about the life of the soldiers in a PLA army company before, during and after the Sino-Vietnamese War.
The Legend of Hei2,019MTJJAnimation, Fantasy, Action8.3440ChineseChinaWhen cat spirit Luo Xiaohei's home is deforested by humans, he must find a new one. He runs into a group of other spirit creatures who take him under their wing with dreams of reconquering the land they say is rightfully theirs. However, they run into a human known as Wuxian who separates Luo Xiaohei from the other spirits and the two go on a journey, with the cat spirit learning to control his abilities as well as forming his own thoughts on whether or not he should ally with the spirits or the humans.
A Brighter Summer Day1,991Edward YangCrime, Drama, Romance8.3374ChineseTaiwanA boy experiences first love, friendships and injustices growing up in 1960s Taiwan.
Dying to Survive2,018Wen MuyeDrama, Comedy8.2207ChineseChinaA Chinese leukaemia patient smuggles cheap but untested pharmaceuticals from India to help hundreds of Chinese people suffering from cancer.
Devils on the Doorstep2,001Jiang WenDrama, War8.2184ChineseChinaDuring the Japanese occupation of China, two prisoners are dumped in a peasant's home in a small town. The owner is bullied into keeping the prisoners until the next New Year, at which time they will be collected. The village leaders convene to interrogate the prisoners. The townspeople then struggle to accommodate the prisoners. One is a bellicose Japanese nationalist, the other a nervous translator. Will the townspeople manage to keep the prisoners until the New Year?
Back to Back, Face to Face1,994Yang YazhouDrama8.236ChineseChinaWang Shuangli is Deputy Director of the local Cultural Centre, and hopes to be appointed Director. However Old Ma is brought in from the country and installed as Director. This starts a long train of events with Wang's cronies using the bureaucracy to try to oust the new director.
Rickshaw Boy1,982Ling ZifengDrama8.215ChineseChinaXiang Zi is a rickshaw boy who has always had a desire to excel and a thirst for freedom. He married Hu Niu who died of dystocia later. After her death, another girl, Xiao Fuzi, falls in love with Xiang Zi but they are separated by poverty. Xiang Zi works very hard in order to change his life, only to find that Xiao Fuzi is dead just as he begins to be hopeful for their future. Finally, Xiang Zi, an unflinching man, surrenders to that dark society.
Ne Zha 22,025Jiao ZiAnimation, Fantasy, Adventure, Action8.1588ChineseChinaAfter a catastrophic event leaves their bodies destroyed, Ne Zha and Ao Bing are granted a fragile second chance at life. As tensions rise between the dragon clans and celestial forces, the two must undergo a series of perilous trials that will test their bond, challenge their identities, and decide the fate of both mortals and immortals.
Better Days2,019Derek Tsang Kwok-CheungDrama, Crime, Romance8.1534ChineseChinaA bullied teenage girl forms an unlikely friendship with a mysterious young man who protects her from her assailants, while she copes with the pressures of her final examinations.
New Gods: Nezha Reborn2,021Zhao JiAnimation, Fantasy, Action8.1504ChineseChinaWhile living as an ordinary deliveryman and motor racing fan, Nezha encounters old nemeses and must rediscover his powers to protect his loved ones.
Green Snake2,021Amp WongAnimation, Fantasy, Action, Adventure8.1353ChineseChinaWhile trying to free her sister from Fahai's clutches, Xiao Qing winds up in a dystopian city and meets a mysterious man who can't recall his past life.
Bruce Lee: The Man and the Legend1,973Wu ShihDocumentary8.131ChineseHong KongThis documentary tells the story of Bruce Lee and his unsuccessful efforts to start a acting career in the U.S., he returned to Hong Kong where he became an international star, and his death at age 32.
Decisive Engagement: The Liaoxi Shenyang Campaign1,991Yang GuangyuanWar, History8.115ChineseChinaFirst part of the Decisive Engagement trilogy. Directed by Pingfen Li et al.
Banana Paradise1,989Wang TungDrama, Comedy8.112ChineseTaiwanA young man and his friend move to Taiwan, believing it to be a land of possibilities, but it's not long before they're accused of being spies.
To Live1,994Zhang YimouDrama, Romance, War8360ChineseChinaMarried couple Fugui and Jiazhen endure tumultuous events in mid-20th century mainland China as their personal fortunes move from wealthy landownership to peasantry.
Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale - Part 2: The Rainbow Bridge2,011Wei Te-shengAction, Drama, History888ChineseHong KongAfter the uprising at Wushe, Mona Rudao faces a guerrilla war against the militarily superior Japanese and Seediq clans. He and his followers must fight for their dignity and honor so that they can truly be "Seediq Bale" or "real men." Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale - Part 2: The Rainbow Bridge is Part two of the two-part, four-hour Taiwanese edition of the film Warriors of the Rainbow.
Dead to Rights2,025Shen AoDrama, War, History867ChineseChinaDuring the 1937 Nanjing Massacre, a postman poses as a photo developer, helping Japanese forces while secretly sheltering Chinese refugees. He later risks his life evacuating them and revealing evidence of the atrocities.
The Chinese Mayor2,015Zhou HaoDocumentary826ChineseChinaOnce the thriving capital of Imperial China, the city of Datong now lies in near ruins. Not only is it the most polluted city in the country, it is also crippled by decrepit infrastructure and even shakier economic prospects. But Mayor Geng Yanbo plans to change all that, announcing a bold, new plan to return Datong to its former glory, the cultural haven it was some 1,600 years ago. Such declarations, however, come at a devastatingly high cost. Thousands of homes are to be bulldozed, and a half-million of its residents (30 percent of Datong’s total population) will be relocated under his watch. Whether he succeeds depends entirely on his ability to calm swarms of furious workers and an increasingly perturbed ruling elite. The Chinese Mayor captures, with remarkable access, a man and, by extension, a country leaping frantically into an increasingly unstable future.
Like A Rolling Stone2,024Yin LichuanDrama, Family824ChineseChinaBased on the story of a 50-year-old aunt who took a driving trip. The naive and romantic Li Hong has had many dreams in her life, longing for college at 18, love at 25, and travel at 45. ...... But for those things that are "more important to others", she can only wait and wait again and again and again. At 50, she is determined not to wait any longer and to live a different life!
Trail of the Panda2,009Yu ZhongFamily824ChineseChinaFrom the Disney World Cinema Collection, Trail of the Panda is a heart-warming story about enduring friendship between a boy and a panda cub.
Tropical Fish1,995Chen Yu-hsunComedy, Drama817ChineseTaiwanYoung boy, Ah-Jiang, a school failure and day dreamer witnesses the kidnapping of a child. After being taken hostage by a corrupt family, he begins an unusual adventure away from home.
I Not Stupid Too2,006Jack NeoDrama814ChineseSingaporeA 2006 Singaporean film and the sequel to the 2002 film, I Not Stupid. A satirical comedy, I Not Stupid Too portrays the lives, struggles and adventures of three Singaporean youths - 15-year-old Tom, his 8-year-old brother Jerry and their 15-year-old friend Chengcai - who have a strained relationship with their parents. The film explores the issue of poor parent-child communication.
Yesterday Once More2,023Gavin LinDrama, Romance, Fantasy810ChineseChinaGu Yuxuan and Han Shuyan almost had a fated encounter when they were children. After they grew up, the two met again as they are destined to fall in love. After experiencing the happiness and sweetness of love, they had to face the test of fate together. Can the miracle of love keep them together?
Ne Zha2,019Jiao ZiAnimation, Fantasy, Adventure7.9799ChineseChinaA young boy is born as the reincarnation of a demonic power, into a society that hates and fears him. Destined by prophecy to bring destruction to the world, Nezha must choose between good and evil to see if he can change his fate.
Raise the Red Lantern1,991Zhang YimouDrama7.9780ChineseChinaIn 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.
Farewell My Concubine1,993Chen KaigeDrama7.9657ChineseChinaIn an epic tale of theater, gender, love and class, two Beijing opera actors navigate political turmoil as their friendship evolves over decades.
Yi Yi2,000Edward YangDrama7.9643ChineseTaiwanA Taipei family faces personal and moral uncertainty as everyday events test their relationships and sense of purpose.
Hachiko2,023Xu AngDrama, Family7.9269ChineseChinaThis is the story of a puppy that touched hundreds of millions of people around the world. Hachiko is a cute Chinese pastoral dog. He met his destined owner Chen Jingxiu in the vast crowd and became a member of the Chen family. With the passage of time, the once beautiful home is no longer there, but Batong is still waiting where it is, and its fate is closely tied to its family.
The Great Buddha+2,017Huang Hsin-YaoComedy, Drama7.9113ChineseTaiwanSecurity guard Pickle and his trash collector friend Belly Button kill time together in night shifts watching the American-educated boss's dash-cam recordings of his various sexual encounters with women. Against the buddies' will, something horrifying rather than erotic reveals.
Hibiscus Town1,987Xie JinDrama, History, Romance7.957ChineseChinaBased on a novel by the same name written by Gu Hua, a melodrama about the life and travails of a young woman who lives through the turmoil of the Cultural Revolution.
Big World2,024Yang LinaDrama, Family7.946ChineseChinaLiu Chunhe, suffering from cerebral palsy, bravely breaks through the shackles of body and mind to realize the dream stage for his grandmother, while trying to find the coordinates of his own life. After experiencing a summer transformation, he finally embarked on a new journey.
Beijing 2008 Olympic Opening Ceremony2,008Zhang YimouDocumentary7.934ChineseChinaThe 2008 Summer Olympics opening ceremony was held at the Beijing National Stadium, also known as the Bird's Nest. It began at 8:00 p.m. China Standard Time (UTC+8) on August 8, 2008, as 8 is considered to be a lucky number in Chinese culture. Featuring more than 15,000 performers, the ceremony lasted over four hours and cost over $100 million USD to produce.
White Snake: Afloat2,024Chen JianxiAnimation, Romance, Comedy, Fantasy7.930ChineseChinaXiaobai finally found Xu Xian, the reincarnation of Axuan, after 500 years, the two met on the Broken Bridge. Xiaobai and sister hid in the streets and alleys, started a lively life in human world with him and his brother-in-law Li Gongfu.
Under the Dome2,015Chai JingDocumentary7.923ChineseChinaChai Jing's documentary about the massive smog problem in China. Chai Jing started making the documentary when her as yet unborn daughter developed a tumour in the womb, which had to be removed very soon after her birth. Chai blames air pollution for the tumour. The film, which combines footage of a lecture with interviews and factory visits, has been compared with Al Gore's An Inconvenient Truth in both its style and likely impact. The film openly criticises state-owned energy companies, steel producers and coal factories, as well as showing the inability of the Ministry of Environmental Protection to act against the big polluters.
Early Spring1,963Xie TieliDrama, Family, History, Romance7.918ChineseChinaAn idealistic youth moves to the countryside in search of a purer, more honest society, but finds injustice even in his remote village.
Legend of Lu Bu2,020Cai CongAction, Fantasy, Romance7.915ChineseChinaIn times of war, the traitor Dou Zhun was in power and used poisonous poison to domesticate the medicine people. Yao Ren 19 escaped after a trial of the body and escaped by chance. By chance, she was rescued by the girl Cicada Clothing and named "Yizhibu". The two became more and more sorrowful. On the other side, Dou Jun sent someone to chase 19, the villagers were innocently killed, cicadas fell off the cliff, a piece of cloth was caught and the memory was tampered with ... Three years later, it was a great disaster Cicada recommended to assassinate Dou Jun, reunite with a piece of cloth that lost memory and became Dou Junyi. Full of hatred turned into grief, one side is home country, the other side is love, where should they go in the chaotic world.
A Portrait of Jianghu: The Legend2,023Weijie RenAnimation, Action7.914ChineseChina
Kuiba III2,014Chuan WangAdventure, Action, Animation, Fantasy7.911ChineseChinaBefore he can get close to the real enemy, Manji faces challenges from two powerful opponents : Da Cang - a master of using body pulse, and Hai Wen Xiang - a sea witch who is extremely loyal to Kuiba. When Manji is unwillingly engaged in an intense battle with Hai Wen Xiang. Kuiba reveals its mysterious appearance.
Let the Bullets Fly2,010Jiang WenAction, Comedy7.8343ChineseChinaWhen circumstances force an outlaw to impersonate a county governor and clean up a corrupt town, the Robin Hood figure finds himself in a showdown with the local godfather.
Your Name Engraved Herein2,020Liu Kuang-HuiRomance, Drama7.8280ChineseCanadaIn 1987, as martial law ends in Taiwan, Jia-han and Birdy fall in love amid family pressure, homophobia and social stigma.
Under the Hawthorn Tree2,010Zhang YimouDrama, Romance7.8152ChineseChinaThe daughter of a right-winger, schoolgirl Jing Qiu is sent to the countryside for reeducation, and tasked to help write a textbook. There she meets Lao San, a young soldier with a bright future ahead. Despite the class divide and parental disapproval, romance blooms against turbulent times.
In the Heat of the Sun1,995Jiang WenDrama, Romance7.8134ChineseChinaBeijing, 1970s. The Cultural Revolution has driven most adults to the provinces leaving 14-year-old Monkey and his pals have free reign over the city. They hang around, get up to no good, and discover that unsolvable mystery known as "girls."
Nobody2,025Shui YuAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy7.857ChineseChinaThe Little Pig Yao decides to leave Langlang Mountain to join the pilgrimage. On the journey west, what trials will the little monsters face? In the end, will they achieve their dreams and live as they truly desire?
The Silent Forest2,020Chen-Nien KoDrama, Thriller7.826ChineseSingaporeHearing-impaired teenager Chang Cheng transfers to a school for children with special needs. However, the world of the hearing-impaired doesn’t seem quiet at all. When Chang witnesses the game taking place in the last row on the school bus, his excitement about blending into a new environment immediately turns into fear.
Dust of Angels1,992Hsu Hsiao-MingAction, Crime, Drama7.819ChineseTaiwanA-Guo and A-Dou are two teenagers living in an industrial town in Taiwan, who fight, loaf, and cause trouble all day and hang out with Jie, a young gangster. When Jie's gangland patron is gunned down, the trio set out to revenge the killing. As a result, the two teens are forced into hiding.
Avengers from Hell1,981Lee Pooi-KuenFantasy, Horror, Mystery7.810ChineseHong KongThree macabre short stories about gambling, vengeance and homicide.
White Snake2,019Amp WongRomance, Animation, Fantasy7.7540ChineseChinaOne day a young woman named Blanca is saved by Xuan, a snake catcher from a nearby village. As they set off an a journey to discover her real identity, the pair develop feelings for each other.
A Sun2,019Chung Mong-HongDrama, Crime7.7253ChineseTaiwanA family of four fractures under the weight of unmet expectations, unexpected tragedy, and uncompromising pride.
An Elephant Sitting Still2,018Hu BoDrama7.7223ChineseChinaIn the northern Chinese city of Manzhouli, they say there is an elephant that simply sits and ignores the world. Manzhouli becomes an obsession for the protagonists of this film, a longed-for escape from the downward spiral in which they find themselves.
So Long, My Son2,019Wang XiaoshuaiDrama7.7214ChineseChinaTwo married couples adjust to the vast social and economic changes taking place in China from the 1980s to the present.
Sheep Without a Shepherd2,019Sam QuahCrime, Mystery, Thriller7.7105ChineseChinaLi and his wife A Yu run a small business in Thailand and enjoy a happy home life with their two daughters. When their eldest daughter is violently assaulted, blackmailed and left traumatised by another student, her parents intervene, leading to a dead body which needs to be hidden, and every trace of the boy buried to cover up the accident.
The Monkey King: Uproar in Heaven1,961Wan LaimingAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy, Action7.788ChineseChinaSun Wukong, the King of the Monkeys, sets off on his first adventure to gain a worthy weapon. This earns the attention of the Jade Emperor of Heaven.
The Goddess1,934Yonggang WuDrama7.788ChineseChinaA young prostitute, who is trying to give her infant son a good start in life, must contend with a coercive pimp and the prejudices of others.
Blind Mountain2,007Li YangDrama, Crime7.774ChineseChinaYoung student Bai Xuemei is cheated and sold as a wife by human traffickers to a remote village. Raped and beaten, she leads the life of a sex slave and child-bearer with no hope of escape because of the villagers apathy and selfishness.
Nezha Conquers the Dragon King1,979Yan DingxianAnimation, Fantasy, Adventure, Action7.758ChineseChinaIn Chentang Pass, Nezha, the magical son of General Li Jing, makes enemies with Ao Guang, the Dragon King of East Sea. When he is reported to heaven's court and his home is threatened, Nezha takes it upon himself to destroy the palace and defeat the dragons. A retelling of the classic chapters from Investiture of The Gods.
Tie Xi Qu: West of the Tracks2,004Wang BingDocumentary7.749ChineseChinaA detailed look at the gradual decline of Shenyang’s industrial Tiexi district, an area that was once a vibrant example of China’s socialist economy. But industry is changing, and the factories of Tiexi are closing. Director Wang Bing introduces us to some of the workers affected by the closures, and to their families.
An Unfinished Film2,024Lou YeDrama7.731ChineseGermanyA film crew gathers in a hotel near Wuhan to resume production of a film that was interrupted ten years earlier, but an unexpected event once again disrupts the preparations.
My Memories of Old Beijing1,983Wu YigongDrama7.729ChineseChinaIt is the late 1920s when six-year-old Yingzi and her family move to Beijing. As Yingzi explores the busy streets and alleys, she befriends a widow who, driven mad by grief, stands vigil at the entrance of her hutong, waiting for her missing daughter to return.
Out of Sight2,010Yu Ya-TingAnimation, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy7.726ChineseTaiwanThe main character of little girl in the story confronts a robbery and strays from the road she is familiar with. After passing a hedge, she enters an unknown world and unfolds a magical adventure depending on senses other than vision and her imagination. With soft and cute colors as the main key, we used simple designs to depict the little girls' imaginary world.
First Time2,012Han YanRomance, Drama, Music7.723ChineseHong KongSonq Shiqiao (Angelababy), 22, lives with her devoted mother, widowed shop owner Zheng Qing (Jiang Shan). Shiqiao, who always dreamed of being a ballet dancer, cannot exert herself physically as she suffers from form of myasthenia, a neuromuscular disease, that her father died of; the medication she takes also causes memory lapses. One day, at a charity fair, she bumps into Gong Ning (Mark Chao), a former high-school friend she always liked, and the two end up dating, despite the initial disapproval of her mother. Gong Ning dropped out of university to spend more time with a rock band he leads; also, his girlfriend, dancer Peng Wei (Cindy Yen), has dumped him because of his inability to focus his life. However, for Shiqiao, Gong Ning is the perfect partner.
Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above2,013Chi Po-LinDocumentary7.722ChineseTaiwanDocumenting Taiwan from an aerial perspective offering a glimpse of Taiwan's natural beauty as well as the effect of human activities and urbanization on our environment.
Kuiba2,011Chuan WangAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy7.722ChineseChinaIn this mystifying world, a creature is reborn every 333 years. This creature is Kuiba. The creature is an exploitation of a loophole in the Universe. It brings disaster to all each time it appears. To keep Kuiba from returning, deities and people from the entire world team up and destroy the creature every 333 years, which is known as "The Revival of Kuiba". In the year 1664, Kuiba's rebirth, the extermination of Kuiba failed, as Kuiba was able to fall into the body of Manji. Manji, a young boy, has no idea of Kuiba being inside of him. Due to the failed extermination, the people of earth recruit for an army to defeat Kuiba. Manji and his Master are eager to prove themselves to be top notch warriors, so they enlist in the army to fight Kuiba. As they prepare for battle against Kuiba, Manji and Master man not only encounter a variety of dynamic characters, but also encounter a beast which will prove if they are ready for the challenges ahead that lay ahead.
Foodiverse2,018Liaoyu ChenAnimation, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction7.720ChineseChinaGrab your space helmet and blast off into a fantastical adventure set in a distant galaxy made entirely of food: the FOODIVERSE! When a maniacal super villan sets out to dominate the foodiverse, our heroes Miss Penny, a little dumpling, and her bestie Mr. Podge, a tubby pork bun, are bound to embark on an intergalactic mission to save the homes they hold so dear.
Twenty Two2,017Guo KeHistory, Documentary7.720ChineseChinaFollow the lives of the elderly survivors who were forced into sex slavery as “Comfort Women” by the Japanese during World War II. At the time of filming, only 22 of these women were still alive to tell their story. Through their own personal histories and perspectives, they tell a tale that should never be forgotten to generations unaware of the brutalization that occurred.
Boonie Bears: A Mystical Winter2,015Ding LiangAnimation, Comedy, Family7.715ChineseChinaA strange yet familiar creature turns up, prompting a flooding of Bramble Bear's youthful memories. The forest descends into turmoil when a group of strangers arrive, on the hunt for the mysterious creature.
Fengming: A Chinese Memoir2,007Wang BingDocumentary7.714ChineseChinaThe film consists almost entirely of an interview with the elderly He Fengming, recounting her experiences in post-1949 China.
Fortune Teller2,010Xu TongDocumentary7.710ChineseChinaLi Baicheng is a charismatic fortune teller who services a clientele of prostitutes and marginalized figures whose jobs, like his, are commonplace but technically illegal in China. He practices his ancient craft in a village near Beijing while taking care of his deaf and dumb wife Pearl, who he rescued from her family's mistreatment. Winter brings a police crackdown on both fortune tellers and prostitutes, forcing Li and Pearl into temporary exile in his hometown, where he revisits old family demons. His humble story is told with chapter headings similar to Qing Dynasty popular fiction.
Signal Left, Turn Right1,996Huang JianxinComedy, Drama7.710ChineseChinaJournalist Gou Yujia (played by Niu Zhenhua), laid-off female worker Cheng Fen (played by Ding Jiali), individual business owner Lv Dou (played by Wang Jinsong), and wealthy man Lao Cha (played by Ju Hao) are members of Class 1025 at the driving school, practicing under the guidance of Coach Hou, a retired soldier. As time passes, they gradually understand each other's habits. This period of time at the driving school is filled with twists and turns, but all challenges are overcome, and the covert and overt struggles among the five end with the smooth passage of the exams. The experiences at the driving school bring out the joys and sorrows of these five individuals, and besides learning the rules of driving, it seems they have also learned the rules of survival.
Eat Drink Man Woman1,994Ang LeeComedy, Drama, Romance7.6389ChineseTaiwanRetired and widowed Chinese master chef Chu lives in modern day Taipei, with his three attractive daughters, all of whom are unattached. Soon, each daughter encounters a new man in their lives. When these new relationships blossom, stereotypes are broken and the living situation within the family changes.
A Touch of Zen1,970King HuAction, Adventure, Fantasy7.6220ChineseHong KongGu Sheng-zhai, an artist in his early 30s, still lives with his mother, but he is suddenly shaken by the arrival of Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run. Yang brings Gu into her circle of protectors, including a nameless monk whose spiritual guidance transforms him into a valiant fighter.
Throne of Elves2,016Yi GeFantasy, Animation, Family7.6213ChineseUnited States of AmericaIn the mythical Elven world of Altera, an epic battle unfolds between the beautiful Princess Liya and the Dark Elf Elena, who has gained possession of a jewel so powerful it allows its holder complete authority over all Alterans.
Secret2,007Jay ChouFantasy, Drama, Thriller7.6203ChineseTaiwanYe Xiang Lun, a talented piano player is a new student at the prestigious Tamkang School. On his first day, he meets Lu Xiao Yu, a pretty girl playing a mysterious piece of music.
Us and Them2,018René LiuDrama, Romance7.6159ChineseChinaTen years ago, on a train home during the busy Spring Festival travel period, fate brings Xiaoxiao and Jianqing together. Like many young couples, they meet, fall in love, and strive to make it work, but eventually, the harsh realities of life make them drift apart. Ten years later, they run into each other again. Will they make the most of this second chance and rekindle what they once lost?
Dragon Nest: Warriors' Dawn2,014Yuefeng SongFantasy, Animation7.6150ChineseChinaFor years, the land of Altera has observed an uneasy peace between the humans, the elves, and the beasts who are loyal to the legendary Black Dragon. But when the dragon wakes from its hibernation, mobilizing a force of beasts to make war, a small band of humans and elves unite in a search for the secret road to the dragon’s lair.
Crazy Stone2,006Ning HaoAction, Comedy7.6139ChineseChinaThree thieves try to steal a valuable jade that is tightly guarded by a security chief. But the security guards are not the only obstacle these thieves are facing. An extremely unlucky internationally known master thief is also trying to get a hand on this piece of precious jade. What would be the final destination of this piece of crazy stone?
Dust in the Wind1,986Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama, Romance7.6113ChineseTaiwanA-yuan and A-yun are both from the small mining town of Jio-fen. They move to Taipei, where A-yuan is an apprentice by day and goes to night school, and A-yun works as a helper at a tailors. Everyone thinks they are meant for each other, and so do they. They fail to see time and fate are beyond their control.
Crazy Racer2,009Ning HaoComedy, Action, Adventure7.6102ChineseChinaAssassins, scammers, gangsters, cops, a washed-up bicycle racer, and a body continually cross paths; usually with negative outcomes.
Deep in the Heart2,014Xin YukunDrama7.686ChineseChinaAn unrecognizable, charred corpse discovered in a remote mountain village in China connects three local stories.
Ocean Heaven2,010Xue XiaoluDrama7.684ChineseChinaThe story of a father's tireless love for his autistic son. A terminally ill father's attempt to teach his autistic son the necessary life skills to survive on his own before he passes away. It is also a poignant tribute to the infinite love that parents have for their children and their unending desire to take care and look after them to their best abilities, no matter the struggle, no matter the effort.
Echoes of the Rainbow2,010Alex Law Kai-YuiComedy, Drama, Romance7.681ChineseHong KongTold through the eyes of sticky-fingered eight-year-old boy Big Ears, Echoes of the Rainbow takes place in a close-knit grassroots community in 1960s Hong Kong. Big Ears' mother and father run the neighborhood shoe store, and his older brother Desmond is every family's dream son - an outstanding athlete with grades worthy of Hong Kong's best school.
B for Busy2,021Shao YihuiComedy, Romance7.664ChineseChinaA divorced, retired painting teacher from Shanghai falls in love with a woman who is also divorced. The involvement of his ex-wife and a student of his makes the whole thing complicated.
Her Story2,024Shao YihuiDrama, Romance7.663ChineseChinaWang Tiemei, a single mother, loses her job and moves, befriending neighbor Xiaoye who appears cheerful but is depressed. Their bond grows as Tiemei navigates relationships with her ex-husband causing trouble.
Chang'an2,023Xie JunweiAnimation, History7.662ChineseChinaA few years after the Anshi Rebellion, Tang dynasty military commander Gao Shi suffers a defeat in a battle threatening Chang'an. Trapped in the besieged city, he recalls his lifelong friendship with the acclaimed poet Li Bai.
Postmen in the Mountains1,999Huo JianqiDrama7.655ChineseChinaAn old postman has spent his whole life delivering mail to the mountain of Hunan and is about to retire, his only son due to take over his duties.
Old Fox2,023Hsiao Ya-chuanDrama7.637ChineseTaiwanSet in the late 1980s, this family drama is about an 11-year-old boy who befriends his landlord, nicknamed Old Fox, and learns from him how to survive in a rapidly changing world as well as things his poor father would never be able to teach him.
Abang Adik2,023Jin OngDrama, Crime7.635ChineseMalaysiaAbang and Adi are undocumented orphans living in present-day Malaysia. While the older brother, a deaf mute, has resigned himself to a life of poverty, his younger sibling burns with indignation. A brutal accident upsets the fragile balance of their relationship.
Lotus Lantern1,999Chang GuangxiAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy, Family7.631ChineseChinaA young boy named Chen Xiang uses a magical lotus lantern to search for and rescue his mother, a goddess, from the cruel punishment she received from her brother, the king of the gods, for falling in love with a mortal man.
I Am What I Am 22,024Sun HaipengAnimation, Action, Comedy7.629ChineseChinaGyun, an unknown person who came to Shanghai to work, agreed to represent the declining Chuanwu Boxing Gym to participate in the "Shanghai Fight Night" martial arts competition in order to earn money to treat his father's illness. To do so, he must overcome all the experts, prejudices, and himself.
Three Monks1,981A DaAnimation7.629ChineseChinaAdaptation of the Chinese folk tale that gave rise to the proverb “One monk will shoulder two buckets of water, two monks will share the load, but add a third and no one will want to fetch water”.
Eye of the Storm2,023Lin Chun-yangDrama7.627ChineseHong KongA deadly virus outbreak puts a hospital in total lockdown, and various people trapped in the crisis must confront a deluge of agonizing choices.
The Black Cannon Incident1,985Huang JianxinDrama, Comedy7.625ChineseChinaA mining engineer acting as a technical translator is suspected of industrial espionage after sending an innocent telegram that is intercepted by a militant snoop. Placed under investigation and reassigned to a less sensitive department, but never informed of the reason for his demotion, he petitions to get his job back, sparking an increasingly obtuse series of Party meetings.
Secret Love in Peach Blossom Land1,992Stan LaiDrama, Comedy7.619ChineseTaiwanTwo drama companies happened to share one auditorium for rehearsal. Friction was inevitable. One of them played 'Peach Blossom', a comedy in medieval costume. Another played 'Secret Love', a sad story with contemporary setting. Though unreconciled in all aspects, they find themselves telling the same story: the story of Chinese people forced to leave home.
The Transition Period2,009Zhou HaoDocumentary7.617ChineseChinaAs Chinese Communist Party secretary, Guo Yongchang was the most powerful man in his county, located in the rural inland province of Henan. Guo invited acclaimed documentary filmmaker Zhou Hao to record his final months in office. Through Zhou’s lens, we see Guo work tirelessly to achieve his greatest desire: for Henan to match the affluence of booming coastal areas. Zhou also captures the sordid details of local-level politics in pursuit of growth: lavish parties with foreign investors, threats to local workers protesting unpaid wages, and offers of bribes and kickbacks. (dGenerate Films)
Fight Against Evil 22,023Qin PengfeiAction, Crime, Drama7.614ChineseChinaLi Hongqi, a righteous Northeast police officer, accidentally discovers the existence of local bullies involved in pornography. As the investigation deepens, a gang of local tyrants who control and oppress women with drugs emerges and openly provokes the police. Li Hongqi has decided to fight to the end, and is bound to eradicate this "pornography tumor".
Jasmine Women2,004Hou YongDrama, Family, Romance7.613ChineseChinaZhang Ziyi plays the youngest of three generations of women who leads lives in Shanghai. Joan Chen plays the great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother. The film recounts this family, the mistakes they make, and a cycle that the granddaughter breaks out of.
Kuiba 22,013Chuan WangAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy7.612ChineseChinaManji and Master Man board a warship bound headed to Maelstrom Island. Meanwhile, on Maelstrom Island, Kuiba's fiercest lieutenants are preparing for battle. Manji soon faces conflicts between his father, the gods, and Kuiba's lieutenants.
The Jade Tiger1,977Chor YuenAction, Adventure7.612ChineseHong KongZhao Wuji, son of the leader of the Zhao Clan, embarks on a tragic adventure full of intrigue to avenge his father, who is beheaded by a traitor working for the rival Tang Clan.
Hero2,002Zhang YimouDrama, Adventure, Action, History7.52,436ChineseHong KongDuring China's Warring States period, a district prefect arrives at the palace of Qin Shi Huang, claiming to have killed the three assassins who had made an attempt on the king's life three years ago.
Fearless2,006Ronny YuDrama, Action7.51,371ChineseChinaAfter going through a series of tragic events in his life, martial arts master Huo Yuanjia returns to Tianjin and must fight four international soldiers, in order to safeguard his nation's pride.
Fist of Legend1,994Gordon ChanAction7.5587ChineseHong KongChen returns to his school when he finds out that his martial arts teacher has died. When he learns that his school students are harassed by some hooligans, he gears himself up to save them.
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin1,978Lau Kar-LeungAction, Adventure7.5480ChineseHong KongDuring the Qing Dynasty, a fishmonger is killed by the reigning Manchu government for supporting the anti-government movement; his son manages to escape to Shaolin Temple, where he plans to learn its secretive brand of martial arts to seek revenge.
Mulan: Rise of a Warrior2,009Jingle Ma Choh-SingAdventure, Drama, Action7.5442ChineseChinaWhen barbarian hordes threaten her homeland, the brave and cunning Mulan disguises herself as a male soldier to swell the ranks in her aging father's stead. The warrior's remarkable courage drives her through powerful battle scenes and brutal wartime strategy. Mulan loses dear friends to the enemy's blade as she rises to become one of her country's most valuable leaders — but can she win the war before her secret is exposed?
The Road Home1,999Zhang YimouDrama, Romance7.5222ChineseChinaPrompted by the death of his father and the grief of his mother, a man recalls the story of how they met in flashback.
Immortal Demon Slayer2,017Derek Kwok Chi-KinFantasy, Action, Adventure, Family7.5199ChineseChinaA giant rebelled against the heavens. It was declared a devil and defeated. The immortal heart evolved into Sun Wukong. The heavens found him, and ravaged his home. He enters the heavenly kingdom, disguised as a human, seeking retribution.
Flirting Scholar1,993Lee Lik-ChiDrama, Comedy, Romance7.5191ChineseHong KongA scholar in search of true love. Disguising himself as a houseboy, he indentures himself to a rich family in order to pursue the ravishing servant girl who has stolen his heart.
Not One Less1,999Zhang YimouDrama7.5188ChineseChinaSet in the People's Republic of China during the 1990s, the film centers on a 13-year-old substitute teacher, Wei Minzhi, in the Chinese countryside. Called in to substitute for a village teacher for one month, Wei is told not to lose any students.
Striking Rescue2,024Cheng SiyiAction, Crime, Thriller7.5152ChineseChinaA veteran Muay Thai expert goes on a take-no-prisoners mission of revenge after his wife and daughter are brutally murdered by mysterious forces.
A City of Sadness1,989Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama, History7.5147ChineseHong KongThe story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987.
Taipei Story1,985Edward YangDrama7.5130ChineseTaiwanA young woman urgently seeks to navigate the maze of contemporary Taipei and find a future. She hopes that her boyfriend Lung is the key to the future, but Lung is stuck in a past that combines baseball and traditional loyalty that leads him to squander his nest egg bailing her father out of financial trouble.
Super Me2,021Zhang ChongAdventure, Drama, Fantasy7.5121ChineseChinaSang Yu is so exhausted from trying to stay awake. Every time he closes his eyes, a demon chases and kills him in his dreams. One night Sang realizes he has a special power: he can bring treasures from his dreams into reality. Almost overnight, he becomes a rich man. But his wealth also attracts the attention of a ruthless gangster.
The Dead End2,015Cao BaopingCrime, Drama, Mystery7.583ChineseChinaA brutal crime has repercussions seven years later.
Mountain Patrol2,004Lu ChuanAction, Drama7.582ChineseChinaA moving true story about volunteers protecting antelope against poachers in the severe mountains of Tibet.
Blind Shaft2,003Li YangDrama, Crime7.566ChineseChinaTwo Chinese miners, who make money by killing fellow miners and then extorting money from the mine owner to keep quiet about the "accident", happen upon their latest victim. But one of them begins to have second thoughts.
18x2 Beyond Youthful Days2,024Michihito FujiiRomance, Drama7.555ChineseJapanHaving lost his job and the company he built, a 36-year-old man at rock bottom goes on a wistful solo trip to Japan in search of the love he left behind.
Our Shining Days2,017Wang RanDrama, Comedy, Romance7.553ChineseChinaA youth inspirational film, about how a group of high school students try to revive Chinese orchestra ensemble. They face many challenges along the way to compete nationally, including a rivalry with the more popular Western orchestra club.
That Day, on the Beach1,983Edward YangDrama, Romance7.553ChineseTaiwanTwo friends who haven't seen each other for thirteen years reunite. One is a successful concert pianist just back from a European tour and the other has just started a new business.
The Witness2,015Ahn Sang-hoonCrime, Mystery7.551ChineseSouth KoreaA blind woman and a delivery boy attempt to solve a hit-and-run case the police have been unable to solve.
Home Coming2,022Rao XiaozhiDrama, War7.548ChineseChinaTwo members of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs are tasked with the evacuation of Chinese citizens when war breaks out in Numia, North Africa.
Taipei Suicide Story2,020KEFFDrama7.541ChineseTaiwanA receptionist at a suicide hotel in Taipei forms a fleeting friendship over the course of one night with a guest who can’t decide if she wants to live or die.
Secrets of the Heavenly Book1,983Wang ShuchenAnimation, Fantasy, Adventure7.539ChineseChinaYuangong, the deacon, opened the shrine and exposed the holy book to the human world. He is now punished to guard the book for life by the jade emperor for breaking heaven’s law. In order to pass this holy book to human beings, he would have to get by the antagonist fox.
GG Bond: Lollipop in Fantasy2,019Jinming LuAnimation, Family7.538ChineseChinaLittle Jana loves magical hero GG Bond. As she grows up she looses her excitement about magic, until one day she opens a portal that takes her to her beloved heroe's world.
The Avenging Eagle1,978Sun ChungAction, Adventure7.536ChineseHong KongEagle Chief Yoh Xi-hung raises orphans to be his personal killers. One such is Chik Ming-sing who now wants to put his killer life behind him. When the Eagle Clan come after him, a stranger called Cheuk comes to his assistance It turns out that Cheuk is the son of a family who were robbed and murdered by the Eagles. Now they will team up to destroy the evil clan.
A Confucian Confusion1,994Edward YangComedy, Drama, Romance7.535ChineseTaiwanOver the course of a few days, the paths of a group of young friends, lovers, and acquaintances in Taipei intersect, prompting them to arrive at realizations about their lives.
Viva La Vida2,024Han YanDrama, Romance7.533ChineseChinaA young woman who needs a kidney transplant wants to marry someone who will be able to donate a kidney, and meets a young man who has a brain disease.
Love Education2,017Sylvia ChangDrama7.533ChineseChinaWhen Huiying hears that her mother's dying wish is to be buried next to her husband, she discovers that his remains are in the countryside and cared for by his first wife. A conflict ensues, and Huiying's daughter, an intrepid reporter, breaks the story as the three women search for proof of love.
Please Vote for Me2,007Weijun ChenDocumentary7.531ChineseChinaAt Evergreen Primary School in Wuhan, China, a Grade 3 class learns what democracy is when an election for class monitor is being held. Three children are chosen by the teacher as candidates and they have a few days to campaign and convince their classmates to vote for them. The little candidates are seen at school and at home, where their parents do their best to make sure their child will win the election.
McDull, Prince de la Bun2,004Toe YuenAnimation, Drama, Comedy, Family7.519ChineseChinaTo secure a better future, Mrs Mc sends her son McDull (who is a piglet attending kindergarten) to many different classes and she has also bought her grave on mortgage. Inspired by J K Rowling, Mrs Mc tries her hand at writing. At bedtime, she tells McDull the story she wrote although McDull keeps asking her to read him Harry Potter instead. The story she wrote is actually the story of McDull's father, McBing, Prince de la Bun
The Nine-Colored Deer1,981Dai TielangAnimation, Fantasy7.518ChineseChinaIn ancient times, a Persian merchant gets lost in a windstorm. Suddenly a spiritual deer of nine colors appears to guide the man. Later on, the deer rescues a man drowning in a river. In exchange, the man promises not to reveal the deer's whereabouts. The man reaches an imperial palace. The king insists on hunting down the spiritual deer down to make clothes out of the deer skin. The man gives in to his greed and leads an army of warriors to the spot. He falls into the river again, hoping the deer will show up to rescue him. This time, all the warriors' arrows turn into dust and the man is drowned
We'll Meet in Heaven2,009Jiang WenliDrama7.514ChineseChinaIn China, during the Cultural Revolution, a young girl's parents are thrown in jail for ten years. She is raised by her grandfather. He introduces her to gymnastics where she does her best to fit in with the others.
Operation Hadal2,025Dante Lam Chiu-YinDrama, Action, War7.513ChineseChinaMercenaries have occupied an offshore platform in Chinese territorial waters by force. The Chinese Navy sets sail to repel the invaders as the Jiao Long commando team prepares for a fierce fight in the deep sea.
Boonie Bears: To the Rescue2,014Fuyuan LiuAnimation, Family, Adventure7.513ChineseUnknownThe lives of the bear bothers change dramatically when a little girl finds herself in the forest and they must fight bad guys to bring her to safety.
Hunt the Wicked2,024Chris Huo SuiqiangAction, Crime, Thriller7.511ChineseChinaThe film tells the story of narcotics police officer Huang Mingjin and the "mysterious figure" Wei Yunzhou. Through completely different means and methods, in the process of calculating and wrestling with each other, they tear apart the facade of urban tranquility, exposing the underground drug network woven by the hidden hand "Long Wang", and ultimately eradicate the darkness with the sword of justice, revealing the dawn of light.
No-brain and Unhappiness1,962Zhang SonglinAnimation7.511ChineseChinaNo-brain is a forgetful boy and Unhappiness is unhappy for everything. When others worry about their future, they really become grownups at once to make careers as they wish. But they make a series of troubles.
McDull: Me & My Mum2,014Brian TseComedy, Animation, Drama7.510ChineseUnknownAs a child, Bobby Mak was known as Mcdull. Although Mcdull wasn‘t the sharpest tool in the shed, his mother was a different story. Her astounding intelligence and resourcefulness enabled her to, for example, simultaneously run more than six businesses from a space of less than 100 square feet. Mcdull and his mother lived together happily during Mcdull‘s childhood, but things began to change as Mcdull got older. A distance that never existed before began to grow between him and his mother…
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon2,000Ang LeeAdventure, Drama, Action, Romance7.43,480ChineseHong KongTwo warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically-skilled, teenage nobleman's daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life.
The Flowers of War2,011Zhang YimouDrama, History, War7.4871ChineseChinaA Westerner finds refuge with a group of women in a church during Japan's rape of Nanking in 1937. Posing as a priest, he attempts to lead the women to safety.
Big Fish & Begonia2,016Liang XuanAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy7.4478ChineseChinaBeyond the human realm, there is a magical race of beings who control the tides and the changing of the seasons. One of these beings, a young girl named Chun, seeks something more—she wants to experience the human world! At sixteen, she finally gets her chance and transforms into a dolphin in order to explore the world that has her fascinated. But she soon discovers that it's a dangerous place and nearly gets killed in a vortex. Luckily, her life is spared when a young boy sacrifices himself to save her. Moved by his kindness and courage, she uses magic to bring him back to life only to learn that this power comes at a serious price. On a new adventure, she’ll have to make her own sacrifices in order to protect his soul until it is ready to return to the human world.
Operation Red Sea2,018Dante Lam Chiu-YinAction, Thriller, War, Adventure7.4426ChineseChinaA squad of the Jiaolong Commando Unit - Sea Dragon, a spec ops team of the Chinese Navy, carries out a hostage rescue operation in the nation of Yewaire, on the Arabian Peninsula, and fiercely fights against local rebel groups and Zaka, a terrorist organization.
Big Brother2,018Kam Ka-WaiAction, Drama, Comedy7.4236ChineseChinaA soldier-turned-high school teacher uses unusual methods to reach to a class of poor students, while dealing with a greedy entrepreneur and his gang of fighters as well as the government.
City of Life and Death2,009Lu ChuanDrama, History, War7.4233ChineseChinaIn 1937, during the height of the Second Sino-Japanese War, the Imperial Japanese Army has just captured Nanjing, then-capital of the Republic of China. What followed was known as the Nanking Massacre, or the Rape of Nanking, a six week period wherein tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers and civilians were killed.
You Are the Apple of My Eye2,011Giddens KoRomance, Comedy, Drama7.4230ChineseTaiwanA group of close friends who attend a private school all have a debilitating crush on the sunny star pupil, Shen Chia-yi. The only member of the group who claims not to is Ko Ching-teng, but he ends up loving her as well.
Catman2,021Park Hee-konRomance, Fantasy, Comedy7.4204ChineseChinaLiang Qu is a chic, confident and cold but charming half cat, half human due to a magic spell and he has the ability to melt/heal broken hearts. He lives with Miao Xiaowan, an honest, confident woman who's created an app that translates cats' sounds and language.
Cook Up a Storm2,017Raymond Yip Wai-ManComedy, Drama7.4195ChineseHong KongAn international culinary competition becomes a battleground between rival cooks, one famous for his Cantonese street food and the other a Michelin-starred chef trained in France. But their rivalry takes an unexpected turn when they discover a common foe and combine their skills in a fusion of East and West.
Our Times2,015Frankie ChenRomance, Comedy7.4173ChineseChinaOffice worker Truly Lin goes on a journey through her memories. 20 years ago, she had a crush on the most popular guy in school. Taiyu, a ruffian and a bully, is in love with the campus belle. Truly teams up with Taiyu to tear the golden couple apart and help each other to get the ones they love.
Born in China2,016Lu ChuanDocumentary7.4170ChineseChinaVenturing into the wilds of China, "Born in China" captures intimate moments with a panda bear and her growing cub, a young golden monkey who feels displaced by his baby sister, and a mother snow leopard struggling to raise her two cubs.
Terrorizers1,986Edward YangDrama, Crime, Mystery, Thriller7.4166ChineseTaiwanAn uncompromising look into urban life from the eyes of a voyeuristic photographer, a rebellious teenager, and a married couple teetering on the edge of adultery.
Hail the Judge1,994Wong JingComedy7.4145ChineseHong KongPao Lung Sing, a descendant of the legendary Judge Pao Ching Tin, is a 9th degree corrupt judge who changes his tune when he tries to champion a woman Chi Siu-Lin, who was framed for killing her husband. As a result, Pao is forced to flee and through a series of events becomes a 1st degree judge and comes back to wreak havoc and justice on the guilty.
Left-Handed Girl2,025Shih-Ching TsouDrama7.4128ChineseFranceA mother and her two daughters move to Taipei to open a noodle stand at a vibrant night market, but family secrets and tradition test their fresh start.
The Message2,009Chen KuofuDrama, Thriller7.4117ChineseChinaAfter a series of assassinations in Nanking, a Japanese spy master gathers a group of suspects in a mansion, then a tense cat-and-mouse game erupts as the Chinese agent tries to keep his or her identity a secret.
Johnny Keep Walking!2,023Dong RunnianDrama, Comedy7.496ChineseChinaFitter Hu Jianlin was transferred to the headquarters by accident when the group was laying off employees. He is full of jokes because he is incompatible with the environment of the big factory. Human resources manager Ma Jie, who was caught up in the "wrong adjustment" incident, was forced to go around hiding it in order to keep his job. Is he able to keep his job after this mistake?
New Gods: Yang Jian2,022Zhao JiAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy7.490ChineseChinaFifteen hundred years after the war of gods, the heaven declined. Yang Jian, the God of Erlang, made a living by working as a catcher. One day, Yang Jian was ordered to hunt down a young man, his own nephew.
Journey to the West2,023Kong DashanAdventure, Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction7.475ChineseChinaTang Zhijun, an editor of a science fiction magazine, attempts to find signs of an alien civilisation. When a strange young man claims to have received instructions from aliens, Tang and his team follow him in search of extraterrestrial creatures.
Mr. Donkey2,016Liu LuComedy, Drama7.475ChineseChinaIn order to pay for the donkey that brings them water, a countryside village registers it as a teacher at its local school. But when the charity group that funds the school visits for an inspection, the village has to find ways to hide their secret.
Jade Dynasty2,019Tony Ching Siu-TungDrama, Romance, Fantasy7.468ChineseChinaAfter the massacre of his village, Zhang Xiaofan is taken in by the Qing Yun Sect where he begins his journey of cultivation. When he finds out the truth behind the deaths of his parents, he succumbs to his rage and demonic tendencies and becomes the enemy of Qing Yun Sect.
Last Train Home2,009Lixin FanDocumentary, Drama7.468ChineseUnited KingdomA family embarks on an annual tormenting journey along with 130 million other peasant workers to reunite with their distant family, and to revive their love and dignity as China soars as the world's next super power.
The Sun Also Rises2,007Jiang WenFantasy, Drama7.466ChineseChinaA polyptych of interconnected stories in different time-zones, shifting between a Yunnan village, a campus, and the Gobi Desert.
The King of Masks1,995Wu TianmingDrama7.462ChineseChinaWang Bianlian is an aging street performer known as the King of Mask for his mastery of Sichuan Change Art in a true story. His wife left him with and infant son over 30 years ago. The son died from illness at age 10. This left Wang a melancholy loner aching for a male descendent to learn his rare and dying art.
Keep Cool1,997Zhang YimouComedy7.458ChineseChinaA spurned lover seeks a rich man for revenge. A random onlooker — who witnessed the public assault committed by the rich man against the lover — seeks for monetary compensation for his smashed computer.
Be Somebody2,021Xunzimo LiuComedy, Mystery, Drama7.457ChineseChinaDuring the Republican era, a group of frustrated people from the movie industry is invited in a luxurious mansion to make a movie out of a gruesome case that has recently rattled the city of Shanghai, in the hopes that it would turn into a huge sensation and make them famous. However, they never expected that the murderer would be in their midst and that the truth behind the case would be far more bizarre than their fictional movie plot.
Behemoth2,015Zhao LiangDocumentary7.453ChineseChinaUnder the sun, the heavenly beauty of grasslands will soon be covered by the raging dust of mines. Facing the ashes and noises caused by heavy mining , the herdsmen have no choice but to leave as the meadow areas dwindle. In the moonlight, iron mines are brightly lit throughout the night. Workers who operate the drilling machines must stay awake. The fight is tortuous, against the machine and against themselves. Meanwhile, coal miners are busy filling trucks with coals. Wearing a coal-dust mask, they become ghostlike creatures. An endless line of trucks will transport all the coals and iron ores to the iron works. There traps another crowd of souls, being baked in hell. In the hospital, time hangs heavy on miners' hands. After decades of breathing coal dust, death is just around the corner. They are living the reality of purgatory, but there will be no paradise.
Lighting Up the Stars2,022Liu JiangjiangDrama7.450ChineseChinaHaving been released after serving his sentence, a funeral director accidentally crosses paths with a girl which brings about an unexpected change in his attitude towards life.
A Summer at Grandpa's1,984Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama7.450ChineseTaiwanA coming-of-age story about a young brother and sister whom spend a pivotal summer in the country with their grandparents.
Flashover2,023Oxide Pang ChunDrama, Action7.444ChineseChinaA large blast hits the gas pipeline in the industrial park due to a sudden earthquake, which triggers massive explosions and engulfs the neighboring area in flames. Facing the escalating fire danger, the Fire and Rescue Force quickly reaches the hazardous zone to hold the fire and cut a firebreak, in the meantime, many survivors are pulled out of the rubble.
Mahjong1,996Edward YangComedy, Drama, Crime7.443ChineseTaiwanAmid a rapidly changing cityscape, the lives of a disparate group of swindlers, hustlers, gangsters, and expats collide, with a naive French teenager and a sensitive young local who tries to protect her caught dangerously in the middle.
Legend of the Mountain1,979King HuHorror, Fantasy, Mystery7.441ChineseHong KongA traveling scholar, intent on translating a Buddhist sutra that is said to have power over the creatures of the afterlife. He slowly finds himself entangled in a mysterious plot involving witchcraft, demons, and a battle to preserve his own soul from the attacks of the supernatural underworld.
Suddenly Seventeen2,016Zhang MoComedy, Romance, Fantasy, Drama7.435ChineseChinaWhen Liang Xia's obsession for a perfect wedding puts a strain in the relationship with her fiancé, he ultimately calls it quits and breaks up with her. In a heartbroken state, Liang Xia carelessly ingests a magical item, which transports the 28-year-old’s mind back to when she was only seventeen years old.
Touch of the Light2,012Chang Jung-ChiDrama7.435ChineseTaiwanThe story revolves around a blind music student who excels at piano but faces hardships due to his disability, and an aspiring dancer who works at a bubble tea store. Their friendship becomes mutually uplifting as they pursue their dreams.
A New Old Play2,022Qiu JiongjiongDrama, History7.433ChineseChinaOn a 1980s evening, the topmost clown-actor of the 20th century Sichuan opera, Qiu Fu passes away in an accident and half-unwillingly sets off for the Ghost City under the escort of two underworld officials. Along the way, he meets old friends. As they recall the past, a history of the living is conjured up.
Feng Shui2,012Jing WangDrama, Family7.430ChineseChinaOne of the most acclaimed movies to come out of China last year, Feng Shui harnesses the talents of underrated actress Yan Bingyan to deliver this family drama about a woman desperate to ascend to the middle class and willing to pay any price. Powerful and emotionally tense, this is a portrait of the hidden side of the great Chinese success story.
Where is Mama1,961Te WeiAnimation, Family7.426ChineseChinaThe narrated film describes the adventures and misadventures of a group of tadpoles in search of their mother.
Summer Snow1,995Ann HuiComedy, Drama7.422ChineseHong KongTells the story of the relationship between a widower with Alzheimer's disease and his daughter-in-law, May Sun, who is a housewife in her forties trying cope with the upheavals in her family.
The Spring Festival1,991Huang Jian-ZhongDrama7.421ChineseChinaA story of a family's dilemma between different family member especially between 2 generations which erupted on “chu xi” (the day before the first day in Chinese lunar year).
Eighteen Springs1,997Ann HuiDrama, Romance7.420ChineseHong KongIn 1930s Shanghai, a young office girl falls in love with a factory worker in the same company.
Master Kid2,021Yu QiaoAnimation, Adventure, Fantasy7.419ChineseChinaThe film tells the story of Jigong before he became a Buddha. In Yongning Village at the foot of Chicheng Mountain, in order to make the long-sick mother heal, Li Xiuyuan, wants to become a hero. Despite his good intentions things turn bad, causing a ruckus in the village. After encountering a series of dangerous encounters, Li Xiuyuan learned that he was the reincarnation of the great hero Dragon Slaying Luohan.
Nine-Ring Golden Dagger2,025Feng XiaojunAction, Adventure7.416ChineseChinaDuring the Northern Expedition of Yongxi in the early Song Dynasty, General Yang Ye heroically sacrificed himself, and his posthumous reward, the Nine-Ring Golden Dagger, fell into Liao territory. A decade later, his daughters, Yang Baba and Yang Jiumei, set out to reclaim it, facing relentless dangers. On their return, they ally with Jiao Guangpu, a former soldier of Yang Ye. Together, they outwit and overcome three enemy attacks, ensuring the dagger’s safe return to Song lands.
Three Sisters2,012Wang BingDocumentary7.415ChineseFranceThe masterful new documentary from Wang Bing is an intimate, observational portrait of a peasant family who eke out a humble existence in a small village set against the stunning mountain landscapes of China's Yunnan province.
All These Years2,023Layla Zhuqing JiRomance, Drama7.413ChineseUnknownChen Jianxia, a girl who lived in a patriarchal environment since she was a child, longs to escape from the oppressive family. She is admitted to Zhenhua Middle School, where she meets the rebellious but kind-hearted boy Li Ran. Li Ran becomes the only light in her life. She is like a forgotten spaceship in the universe, and he is the only answer in the radio that has been silent for many years.
The Taste of Rice Flower2,017Song Peng FeiDrama7.413ChineseChinaYe Nan, a mother belonging to the Dai minority, comes back to her village after living in the city. She wants to take care of the 13-year-old daughter she'd left behind, but the road to rebuilding their relationship is full of obstacles.
This Life of Mine1,950Shi HuiDrama, War, Crime7.412ChineseChinaFifty years of modern Chinese history (1900-1950), including wars, revolutions and corrupt politics, as seen through the life and times of a simple Beijing policeman and his family.
Curious Tales of a Temple2,025Xie JunweiDrama, Comedy, Fantasy, Animation7.411ChineseChinaAn epic animated fantasy anthology film intertwining six storylines from China's classic supernatural story collection "Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio" by Pu Songling. The six stories center on Lanruo Temple, an ancient ruin haunted by spirits. Weaving in classic tales like "Taoist from Laoshan Mountain," "Princess Lotus," "Nie Xiaoqian," "The Painted Skin" and "The Daughter of Magistrate Lu." These stories — spanning humans, ghosts and demons — explore love, death and morality against shifting time. The film merges six distinct styles into one anthology. For example, "Taoist from Laoshan Mountain" uses felt-textured animation, while "The Painted Skin" mirrors Song dynasty painting aesthetics.
A Foggy Tale2,025Chen Yu-hsunAdventure, Family, History7.411ChineseTaiwanYue's brother was executed by the government. Determined to bring his body back home, Yue goes to Taipei alone and is nearly sold by human traffickers. Luckily, she is saved by Chao Kung-tao, a discharged soldier. Seeing no prospects in his own life, he decides to help Yue. Two people with no relations become friends in need, embarking on a journey that could cost them their lives.
The Hedonists2,016Jia ZhangkeComedy, Drama7.411ChineseChinaThe closure of an unprofitable state-run coal mine in Shanxi, China forces three middle-aged men who worked there to search for employment elsewhere.
The Monkey King 3D: Uproar in Heaven2,012Su DaAnimation7.411ChineseChinaA completely remade animation film based on the original 1961 animation The Monkey King. Mythical ancient China. Born from some magic stones that fell to Earth a long time ago when Goddess Nüwa mended the sky, Sun Wukong, aka Monkey King, sets off on his first adventure to gain a worthy weapon. This earns the attention of the Jade Emperor of Heaven.
Shuttle Life2,017Tan Seng KiatDrama7.410ChineseMalaysiaA poor family struggles to cope with tragedy and mental illness in a fractured society.
House of Flying Daggers2,004Zhang YimouAdventure, Drama, Action7.31,753ChineseChinaIn 9th century China, a corrupt government wages war against a rebel army called the Flying Daggers. A romantic warrior breaks a beautiful rebel out of prison to help her rejoin her fellows, but things are not what they seem.
The Wandering Earth II2,023Frant GwoScience Fiction, Action, Adventure7.3691ChineseChinaHumans built huge engines on the surface of the earth to find a new home. But the road to the universe is perilous. In order to save earth, young people once again have to step forward to start a race against time for life and death.
Red Cliff II2,009John WooAction, Adventure, Drama, History, War7.3484ChineseChinaThe battle of Red Cliff continues and the alliance between Xu and East Wu is fracturing. With Cao Cao's massive forces on their doorstep, will the kingdoms of Xu and East Wu survive?
The Pig, the Snake and the Pigeon2,023Wong Ching-PoCrime, Drama, Thriller7.3252ChineseTaiwanThe arrogant, third most-wanted criminal in Taiwan, decides to get rid of the top two competitors and crowns himself the most-wanted criminal before dying.
Jiang Ziya2,020Cheng TengAnimation, Action, Fantasy, Adventure7.3211ChineseChinaAtop the ruins of war, top commander Jiang Ziya is given the task to banish the Nine-tailed Fox Demon who threatens all mortals' very existence. When he discovers the Nine-tailed Fox's life linked to the soul of an innocent girl, he is faced with a challenging decision: follow the will of heaven or find his own path to righteousness.
The Yin-Yang Master: Dream of Eternity2,020Guo JingmingAction, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery, Science Fiction7.3210ChineseChinaEvery few hundred years, the most powerful demon on earth—a snake demon—awakens, and the Yin-Yang Masters are summoned to the capital. Meanwhile, the Princess of the realm has her own plans, as she conspires to claim the demon’s power.
Coming Home2,014Zhang YimouDrama, Romance7.3203ChineseChinaLu and Feng are a devoted couple forced to separate when Lu is arrested and sent to a labor camp as a political prisoner during the Cultural Revolution. He finally returns home only to find that his beloved wife no longer remembers him.
Return to Dust2,022Li RuijunDrama, Romance7.3199ChineseChinaHumble, unassuming Ma and timid Cao have been cast off by their families and forced into an arranged marriage. They have to combine their strength and build a home to survive. In the face of much adversity, an unexpected bond begins to blossom, as both Ma and Cao, uniting with Earth's cycles, create a haven for themselves in which they can thrive.
The Story of Qiu Ju1,992Zhang YimouComedy, Drama7.3158ChineseChinaWhen her husband is kicked in the groin by the village head, Qiu Ju, a peasant woman, despite her pregnancy, travels to a nearby town, and later a big city to deal with its bureaucrats and find justice.
Vive L'Amour1,995Tsai Ming-liangDrama7.3155ChineseTaiwanThree lonely young denizens of Taipei unknowingly share an apartment: May, a real estate agent who uses it for her sexual affairs; Ah-jung, her current lover; and Hsiao-kang, who's stolen the key and uses the apartment as a retreat.
Rebels of the Neon God1,994Tsai Ming-liangDrama, Crime7.3148ChineseTaiwanWithin the urban gloom of Taipei, four youths face alienation, loneliness, and moments of existential crisis amidst a series of minor crimes.
A World Without Thieves2,004Feng XiaogangAction, Drama7.3146ChineseChinaA con-team couple head west after taking a city businessman for his BMW. But an encounter with a naive young carpenter traveling home with his life savings challenges their fate as thieves.
Dragon Inn1,967King HuAction, Adventure7.3136ChineseHong KongChina, year 1457. The Minister of Defense is executed, and his children are sentenced to exile by order of the tyrannical Tsao. Fearful of future revenge from the young people, Tsao sends cruel soldiers to murder them, but a brave group of swordsmen can change the course of the battle at the Dragon Inn.
The Secret of the Magic Gourd2,007Frankie Chung Chi-HangDrama, Family, Fantasy7.3127ChineseChinaWhen schoolboy Wang Bao discovers a magical gourd that can instantly grant his every wish, the awkward child suddenly becomes a hero amongst his curious classmates. When the gourd proves more of a burden than a blessing and the boy decides to get rid of it, he quickly discovers that's easier said than done.
One Second2,020Zhang YimouDrama, History7.3116ChineseChinaA movie fan escapes from a labour camp during the Chinese Cultural Revolution and strikes up a relationship with a homeless female vagabond.
Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale - Part 1: The Sun Flag2,011Wei Te-shengDrama, Action, History7.3112ChineseHong KongAn indigenous clan-based people living in harmony with nature find their way of life threatened when violent interlopers from another culture arrive, intent on seizing their natural resources and enslaving them. Warriors of the Rainbow: Seediq Bale - Part 1: The Sun Flag is Part one of the two-part, four-hour Taiwanese edition of the film Warriors of the Rainbow.
Summer Palace2,006Lou YeDrama, Romance7.3110ChineseChinaYu Hong leaves her home village and starts university in Beijing, where she develops a consuming and compulsive relationship with another student. The student riots from 1989 then ensue and take a toll on their lives.
Youth2,017Feng XiaogangDrama, History, War7.3107ChineseChinaA group of performing art troupe members each face their own trials and tribulations in Chengdu; from escaping a family scandal to dealing with unrequited love, each experiences rejection that shapes their lives.
The Time to Live and the Time to Die1,985Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama7.3106ChineseTaiwanAn autobiographical film based on Taiwanese director Hou Hsiao-hsien's memories of his youth growing up in Taiwan after emigrating from mainland China.
S.W.A.T.2,019Ding ShengAction, Crime, Drama7.392ChineseChinaThe story centers on the Chinese Special Police Unit, from their hard training to their first mission.
Pushing Hands1,991Ang LeeDrama, Comedy7.384ChineseTaiwanMr. Chu is an elderly widower who teaches tai chi chuan in Beijing. He moves to America to live with his son's family, but finds the cultural adjustment difficult. Since his daughter-in-law is a white woman who does not speak Chinese, Mr. Chu's son, Alex, must mediate.
Hear Me2,009Cheng FenfenRomance, Drama7.381ChineseTaiwanA delivery boy falls for a young girl who is hearing impaired. Comparing themselves with water birds and trees, together they are going to break the barrier and pursuit their dreams and take their relationship to the next level.
Heroes of the East1,978Lau Kar-LeungAction, Comedy7.368ChineseHong KongWhen a series of martial misunderstandings spirals into an international incident, a Chinese martial arts student struggling to relate to his new Japanese wife is forced to take on seven of Japan's most powerful martial arts masters, each an expert in a different discipline, ranging from karate to samurai to ninjitsu.
Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains2,020Gu XiaogangDrama7.363ChineseChinaIn the Chinese town of Fuyang, four brothers go about their day-to-day lives, their destinies shaped by love and challenges.
Getting Home2,007Zhang YangDrama, Comedy7.361ChineseChinaA black comedy about a farmer who tries to bring home the body of his friend, who died far from their town.
Sister2,018Siqi SongAnimation, Drama7.353ChineseChinaA man remembers his childhood memory of growing up with an annoying little sister in 1990s China. How would his life have been if things had gone differently?
12 Citizens2,014Xu AngDrama, Crime7.351ChineseChinaWhen the film broke out that a young man coming from a rich adopted family murdered his birth father, the controversy around the case hit a nerve with the public at large. An experiment was held through the form of virtual court inside a college to discuss this hot topic. During the process of virtual court, 12 Chinese people from different walks of life got together and discussed the case like a jury. Through intricate and thought provoking questions from the main character, people start to think more critically about the case. During this process, one sees the revelation of people's bias and emotional-preconceptions about the suspect, about each other, and also about the society.
The Equation of Love and Death2,008Cao BaopingCrime, Drama, Romance7.348ChineseChinaWhen a mysterious death occurs, the lives of five unexpected strangers are suddenly intertwined together. A drug trafficking crime is unveiled, and through the twist and turns of the investigation, their stories unravel, and a bizarre connection is gradually discovered between them.
The Stage2,025Chen PeisiDrama, Comedy7.339ChineseChinaDuring the Republican era, wars and conflicts were frequent. On stage, the "Overlord" sings with resounding passion, while below, the absurd spectacle of life unfolds. They must both secure the opera troupe's livelihood and appease the audience in their seats. Once the curtain rises, how should this play be performed?
Hill of No Return1,992Wang TungDrama, History7.335ChineseTaiwanIn 1920s Taiwan, Jou, a controversial woman with a tragic past, seeks to change her life after falling for a man named Che. Meanwhile, a man named Wei seeks to buy the freedom of Fumiko, a dying young woman.
The Lychee Road2,025Dong ChengpengDrama, History, Comedy7.334ChineseChinaDuring the Tianbao period of the Tang Dynasty, Li Shande, a petty official in Chang'an, was suddenly given a task to bring fresh lychees from Lingnan. The lychee is perishable, and becomes tasteless three days after it leaves the branch, and Lingnan is more than 5,000 miles away from Chang'an, so this is an impossible task. But for the sake of his wife and daughter at home, Li Shande was determined to give it a try.
Five Shaolin Masters1,974Chang ChehAction, Drama7.330ChineseHong KongHu Te et al. escape the burning Shaolin temple after the Qing soldiers destroyed it in Shaolin Temple. The group of 5 decide to develop secret codes to identify fellow patriots, enlist those patriots and eventually meet up again to escape to the south away from the Qings, and also identify the traitor who sold out Shaolin temple. Ma Fu Yi, joins the Qing top fighters to eliminate the rebels but is exposed by Ma Chao-Tsing who gets captured by Ma Fu Yi. Hu meets up with a group of Shaolin men secretly posing as bandits to rescue Ma as their leader is killed in the process, thus the bandits join the rest of the Shaolin patriots.
Peacock2,005Gu ChangweiDrama7.329ChineseChinaBrings viewers into a small Chinese city and inspires familiarity with the rhythms of everyday existence, with people's dreams, shortcomings and illusions in a way that is universal.
Up the Yangtze2,007Yung ChangDocumentary7.326ChineseCanadaAt the edge of the Yangtze River, not far from the Three Gorges Dam, young men and women take up employment on a cruise ship, where they confront rising waters and a radically changing China.
Bus 442,001Dayyan EngDrama7.325ChineseChinaOn the outskirts of a small town, a bus driver and her passengers encounter highway robbers.
A Fool2,015Chen JianbinAdventure, Drama, Comedy7.324ChineseUnknownWith his directorial debut actor Chen Jianbin walks in the footsteps of A Touch of Sin, No Man’s Land, and Black Coal, Thin Ice and offers a hard-edged mainland noir where kindness and cruelty, madness and reason, greed and humanity all struggle for dominance and the fool might not be who you think . The hook here is Chen’s amazing performance as the simple, slightly crude Latioazi, a goat farmer who has a son in jail. When a young mentally handicapped man follows him home one day and enters his life, it sets off a blaze and a chain of events follows, which bares China’s class divide raw. His random act of reluctant kindness invites a parade of strangers and grifters all intent on draining Latioazi of what little he has.
The Emperor's Shadow1,996Zhou XiaowenDrama7.322ChineseChinaEpic drama about China's first emperor (221 BC) who struggles to make his childhood best friend, now China's greatest composer, succumb to his will and compose a grand anthem to his exploits.
Dead Souls2,018Wang BingDocumentary7.320ChineseChinaIn Gansu Province, northwest China, lie the remains of countless prisoners abandoned in the Gobi Desert sixty years ago. Designated as ultra-rightists in the Communist Party’s Anti-Rightist campaign of 1957, they starved to death in the reeducation camps. The film invites us to meet the survivors of the camps to find out firsthand who these persons were, the hardships they were forced to endure and what became their destiny.
Boonie Bears: The Big Top Secret2,016Ding LiangAnimation, Adventure, Comedy7.319ChineseUnknownFrustrated with his pals, Briar joins a traveling circus, where new friends and fame keep the homesickness away... for a while.
A Balloon's Landing2,024Teng I-HanDrama7.318ChineseTaiwanA frustrated Hong Kong writer, Tian-Yu, meets a Taipei street gangster, Xiang, and the two of them embark on a journey to find the Bay of Whales, a place that leads to paradise.
Trapped2,025Zhang QiDrama, Crime, Mystery7.316ChineseChinaIn 1995, the year before the comprehensive gun ban policy was implemented, the tranquility of Mangya Town was shattered. A notorious bandit leader, who had hidden a massive treasure, broke out of prison. Forty-three ruthless outlaws gathered from all directions, joining their leader, Beishan, in blockading Mangya by force. The entire town was plunged into a desperate crisis—cut off from fuel and communication! The bandits wanted both money and lives. Gunfire erupted across Mangya as a massive sandstorm loomed on the horizon. Facing impossible odds—one gun against eighty-eight—the gang also turned on each other in a brutal "dog-eat-dog" power struggle. Surrounded by enemies, with sandstorms blotting out the sun and death hanging by a thread—how can they turn the tide?
The Herdsman1,982Xie JinDrama, Romance7.316ChineseChinaIn 1980, Xu Jingshan, a wealthy Chinese-American businessman returns to China to find his son, Xu Lingjun, whom he had abandoned over 30 years earlier. Labeled a rightist because of his capitalist father, Lingjun has been forced to live as a humble herdsman on the grasslands. His bitter life has been transformed by a happy marriage to the wise and beautiful Xiuzhi, and more recently by his rehabilitation by the Party. When he goes to Beijing for their reunion, he discovers his father wants him to work for his chemical company in San Francisco. Lingjun tells the story of his life to his father, as he ponders his future.
Four Springs2,019Lu QingyiDocumentary, TV Movie7.315ChineseChinaFour Springs is a documentary film that presented a family's daily life in the remote town of Dushan in the Guizhou province in southwest China. From a subjective angle, the camera induced the flow of life out of the screen: the quotidian toils, singing, excursions in nature, visits among friends and extended families, funerals, reunions and departures. It presented the state of being of the two main characters, the director's own parents, and their attitude when facing irretrievable loss in life.
The Enchanting Shadow1,960Li Han-HsiangDrama, Horror7.315ChineseHong KongA young scholar spends the night in a creepy temple that is said to be haunted. He doesn't believe in the rumors, but after running into a Taoist swordsman, he meets a beautiful lady ghost.
The Arch1,969Tang Shu-ShuenDrama7.314ChineseHong KongA widow upholds feudal virtue by suppressing her love for a cavalry captain in favor of her daughter.
Fatal Journey2,020Qiu ZhongweiAction, History, Drama, Fantasy7.313ChineseChinaThe story is set in when Qinghe Nie Sect was dealing with their ancestral knife tomb incident. Nie Mingjue brought Nie Huaisang alone to do good for others by restoring the tomb back to its original state to ensure peace in the Nie sect. Through this, Nie Huaisang went from a playful disciple to maturing into the next generation sect leader and Nie Mingjue learned, understood his brother more and helped him grow.
Dislocation1,986Huang JianxinDrama, Science Fiction, Comedy7.313ChineseChinaEngineer Zhao Shuxin has been promoted and clones a robot in his image to attend his meetings, resulting in comic situations.
Murder in 4051,980Shen YaotingCrime, Thriller7.312ChineseChinaA murder investigation in Donghai City uncovers a larger conspiracy.
The Winter of Three Hairs1,949Gong YanDrama, Comedy7.312ChineseChinaSan mao (3 hairs) was a very popular Chinese comic strip first published in 1935-37, continued from 1948 into the 1990s, about a young orphan boy struggling with life in Shanghai.
Waterdrop2,015Ren WangScience Fiction7.311ChineseUnknownA Tribute to the book "The Dark Forest" by Cixin Liu
Fist of Fury1,972Lo WeiDrama, Action, Thriller7.21,044ChineseHong KongDuring the Japanese occupation of Shanghai, Chen Zhen, the star pupil of a recently-deceased martial arts teacher battles a Japanese dojo which seeks the demise of his master's fighting school.
20462,004Wong Kar-WaiDrama, Science Fiction, Romance7.21,042ChineseGermanyWomen enter and exit a science fiction author's life over the course of a few years after the author loses the woman he considers his one true love.
Lust, Caution2,007Ang LeeAction, Drama, Romance, Thriller7.2775ChineseChinaDuring World War II, a secret agent must seduce and assassinate an official who works for the Japanese puppet government in Shanghai.
The Shadow's Edge2,025Larry YangAction, Crime, Drama, Thriller7.2442ChineseChinaMacau Police brings the tracking expert police officer out of retirement to help catch a dangerous group of professional thieves.
Ride On2,023Larry YangAction, Comedy, Drama7.2395ChineseChinaA washed-up stuntman and his stunt horse become an overnight social media sensation when their real-life fight with debt collectors goes viral.
A Touch of Sin2,013Jia ZhangkeDrama, Crime7.2372ChineseChinaFour independent stories set in modern China about random acts of violence.
The Monkey King: Reborn2,021Wang YunfeiAnimation, Action, Fantasy, Family7.2338ChineseChinaWhen the irritable monkey king visits a temple together with his master Tang Monk, he feels offended because of a trifle and thereupon accidentally destroys a magic tree growing on the sacred ground. This brings an ancient demon king back to life, who promptly kidnaps Tang Monk to take revenge for his long imprisonment. The monkey king and his followers have only three days to not only save their master but also to prevent the demon king from regaining his full powers and destroying the world…
The Wedding Banquet1,993Ang LeeComedy, Drama, Romance7.2279ChineseTaiwanA Taiwanese-American man is happily settled in New York with his American boyfriend. He plans a marriage of convenience to a Chinese woman in order to keep his parents off his back and to get the woman a green card. Chaos follows when his parents arrive in New York for the wedding.
Cloudy Mountain2,021Li JunAction, Adventure, Drama7.2248ChineseChinaThe opening of the new tunnel, which took ten years to build, coincided with a series of serious cataclysms. The lives of 160,000 people depend on the actions of two people, a father and a son.
The Chinese Widow2,017Bille AugustDrama, Romance, History, War7.2221ChineseChinaIt’s 1941 and the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor has destroyed America’s morale. The US President Franklin D. Roosevelt then decides to risk it all by bombing Tokyo and raise more hope for his citizens. After completing its mission, a unit of the US Air Force is forced to make an emergency landing in China. Its commander Jack Turner (Emilie Hirsch) barely survives but gets rescued by Ying (Crystal Liu), a local widow who will stop at nothing to hide him from the Japanese occupant.
Black Dog2,024Guan HuDrama7.2200ChineseChinaOn the edge of the Gobi desert in Northwest China, Lang returns to his hometown after being released from jail. While working for the local dog patrol team to clear the town of stray dogs before the Olympic Games, he strikes up an unlikely connection with a black dog. These two lonely souls embark on a journey together.
Aftershock2,010Feng XiaogangDrama7.2197ChineseChinaTangshan, 1976. Two seven-year-old twins are buried under the rubble of the deadliest earthquake of the 20th century. The rescue team explains to their mother that freeing either child will almost certainly result in the death of the other. Forced to make the most difficult decision of her life, she finally chooses to save her son. Though left behind as dead, the little girl miraculously survives, unbeknownst to her brother and mother.
Ju Dou1,990Zhang YimouDrama7.2174ChineseChinaTianqing falls in love with Ju Dou, his uncle's wife who is tortured for being childless. However, after they have an affair, they discover that his uncle is impotent and try to conceal the truth.
Still Life2,006Jia ZhangkeDrama, Romance7.2167ChineseChinaA town in Fengjie county is gradually being demolished and flooded to make way for the Three Gorges Dam. A man and woman visit the town to locate their estranged spouses, and become witness to the societal changes.
Suzhou River2,000Lou YeDrama, Romance7.2164ChineseChinaAfter getting out of prison, small-time crook Mardar stumbles upon a woman who looks exactly like his long-lost lover, who he attempted to kidnap 3 years ago.
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai2,014Wong Ching-PoAction, Crime7.2157ChineseHong KongA laborer moves to Shanghai in the hope of becoming rich. But ends up using his kung fu skills to survive. Remake of The Boxer From Shantung.
Dear Ex2,018Mag HsuDrama, Comedy7.2152ChineseHong KongWhen Sanlian's ex-husband passes away, she discovers he has altered his insurance policy, cutting out their son in favor of a stranger named Jay.
Pickpocket1,997Jia ZhangkeDrama7.2120ChineseChinaA small town pickpocket whose friends have moved on to higher trades finds himself bitter and unable to adapt.
Spring in a Small Town1,948Fei MuDrama, Romance7.2106ChineseChinaA married couple living in a desolate small town in post-WWII China are paid a surprise visit by an old friend of the husband's.
Wrath of Silence2,018Xin YukunDrama, Thriller7.290ChineseChinaNorthern China, 2004. When miner Zhang Baomin returns to his home, a small and isolated mining village, his wife tells him that their son has mysteriously disappeared while shepherding his small flock.
The Bravest2,019Tony ChanDrama, Action7.286ChineseChinaBased on real life events, the film revolves around the heroic efforts of a team of firefighters as they attempt to deal with a fire that breaks out at an oil refinery in Dalian.
Pegasus 22,024Han HanDrama, Comedy, Adventure7.283ChineseChinaThe former champion driver Zhang Chi became a driving school instructor in troubled times, living a life of relying on his reputation to make ends meet. Unexpectedly, pie in the sky falls, and the director of Laotoule Automobile Factor, who is on the verge of suspending production, offers to sponsor Zhang Chi to form a team to compete in the last Bayinbrook Rally.
SoulMate2,016Derek Tsang Kwok-CheungRomance, Drama7.282ChineseChinaThe film spans two decades, as the story unfolds in a series of flashbacks that begin when Qiyue and Ansheng were just thirteen. The two became inseparable, until they met a boy who ended up tearing their lives apart.
I Am What I Am2,021Sun HaipengAnimation, Comedy, Action, Drama7.274ChineseChinaBy a fortunate coincidence, Gyun is inspired and encouraged by a girl with the same name. Therefore, he decides to form a lion dance troupe with his friends, Kat and Doggie, to break the constraints of reality and fight for themselves for once.
The Blue Kite1,994Tian ZhuangzhuangDrama7.267ChineseChinaA young man recalls his childhood growing up in a poor alley in Beijing during the 1950s and 1960s.
The Piano in a Factory2,011Zhang MengDrama7.258ChineseChinaTo fight for custody of his daughter who loves playing the piano, a steel factory worker decides to forge a piano from scratch.
Yellow Earth1,984Chen KaigeDrama, Music, History7.258ChineseChinaA communist soldier is sent to a remote region of China in order to collect folk songs. Staying with a peasant family (a widower with two small children), he discovers a community whose way of life is completely alien to him, but he gradually wins their trust.
Bounty Hunters2,016Shin TerraAction, Adventure, Comedy, Drama7.256ChineseHong KongLee Shan and Ayo are ex-Interpol agents who are now bounty hunters, chasing fugitives for cash rewards. When the two of them are framed for a hotel-bombing, they join hands with a legendary bounty hunter named Cat, along with her teammates, to find the real bomber.
Little Big Women2,020Joseph Chen-Chieh HsuDrama7.253ChineseHong KongA story about a karaoke-addicted old woman struggling with her self-worth and a sense of betrayal at her long-lost husband's funeral where she encounters his younger and more sophisticated girlfriend while she finds out her kids might have been secretly in touch with her late husband all these years.
Eye for an Eye2,022Yang BingjiaAction, Drama7.249ChineseChinaA highly trained and exceptionally deadly swordsman looks for revenge after being caught in the middle of a power struggle that results in the assassination of an innocent woman's family.
Classmates Minus2,020Huang Hsin-YaoComedy, Drama7.248ChineseTaiwanFour school buddies — a director, a temp worker, an insurance salesman and a paper craftsman — grapple with unfulfilled dreams amid middle age ennui.
Xiu Xiu: The Sent-Down Girl1,998Joan ChenDrama7.246ChineseChinaYoung teen girl Xiu Xiu is sent away to a remote corner of the Sichuan steppes for manual labor in 1975 (sending young people to there was a part of Cultural Revolution in China). A year later, she agrees to go to even more remote spot with a Tibetan saddle tramp Lao Jin to learn horse herding.
Godspeed2,016Chung Mong-HongDrama, Crime, Comedy, Thriller7.245ChineseTaiwanA Taiwanese drug mule has his foolproof smuggling method thrown out of whack when he catches a ride with the wrong cab driver.
Einstein and Einstein2,018Cao BaopingDrama, Family7.244ChineseChinaA 13-year-old girl deals with the issues brought about by her family's high-priced son.
Raining in the Mountain1,979King HuAction, Adventure, Drama7.244ChineseHong KongIn Ming Dynasty China, the retiring abbot of a Buddhist monastery invites two dignitaries to help him choose a successor, not suspecting that both of them have hired help to steal a priceless parchment kept in the temple.
Post Truth2,023Dong ChengpengComedy, Action7.243ChineseChinaFormer boss Wei Pingan makes his living by selling cemeteries. For the sake of a promise, Wei Pingan tries to find out the truth, but finds that the people who spread the rumors do not care about the truth, but only about what they believe to be the truth, and Wei Pingan himself is caught in a new rumor.
Never Say Never2,023Wang BaoqiangDrama, Action7.240ChineseChinaA former boxing champion takes decides to break a few rules and train orphans from China's remote countryside in order to give them a future.
Be There or Be Square1,998Feng XiaogangComedy, Romance7.231ChineseChinaThe story of two Chinese immigrants' struggles in America. Yuan Liu has lived in LA for years. He has no stable job, no family and lives in a wagon. He seems content with his life until the day he meets Qing Li, a woman with the big "American dream".
Design of Death2,012Guan HuMystery, Drama7.229ChineseChinaThe violent death of an unpopular village resident is initially blamed on an infectious disease, but an investigation shows that everybody in the village had a reason to murder him.
My Love2,021Tian HanRomance, Drama7.228ChineseChinaTells the 15-year love story between Zhou Xiao Qi, a long-time swimming student and You Yong Ci, a transfer student. In high school, Zhou Xiao Qi fell in love at first sight with You Yong Ci. A young and ignorant pure love, the boy silently guarded, but the girl left without saying goodbye. Life after that, 15 years of love long-distance race. Your wedding is also my coming-of-age gift.
White Snake: Love Tribulation2,021Liu ChunRomance, Fantasy7.227ChineseChinaThe two sisters of Lingshe Mountain - White Snake and Green Snake - devoted themselves to cultivating of immortality. The White Snake was in danger during the tribulation. Fortunately, Xu Xian, who went to the mountain to search for medicine, rescued her. In a dream White Snake learns the words of the poem "Enter the world, know the warmth and the cold" and enters the city in search of a cause. The Great Demon King of the Yin Division coveted the White Snake's pearl for nearly a thousand years. Knowing that the White Snake is alive, he sent his subordinate judges to seal the city for her search. White Snake meets Xu Xian and cures his classmate Gao Jin's critically ill father. When he finds out that the White Snake is a demon, he tells the Underworld that he will take revenge.
Hijra in Between2,021Mi-Chieh TsaiRomance, Drama, TV Movie7.226ChineseTaiwanAfter facing an irresistible change, what is she? Still him? Two women with different personalities have unexpectedly become the best sisters - He Xizhen, Liu Wanting, who like the above students at the same time, but in fact Wen Haosheng has long noticed Liu Wanting, in the hope of his friend, Yu Ting When the twins entered the relationship, the three also formed an intimate triangular relationship until an accident caused Wan Ting to discover that she had a double sexuality, and at this moment she must choose to live as one of the genders. Wan Ting unexpectedly refused to let the twins and Xi Zhen get caught off guard. After many years, Xi Zhen and the twins appeared a pure-looking boy, Liu Ting.
Hands Up!2,005Feng XiaoningHistory, Comedy, War7.223ChineseChinaA Chinese peasant tries to protect a student from being caught during the Japanese invasion of the village.
Bride Wars2,015Tony ChanComedy, Romance7.222ChineseChinaMary and Jing are childhood best friends. When they were kids, they dreamed about their ideal weddings. Ten years later, on the day of their weddings, however, a mistake by the wedding planner pits them against each other, in a battle of wits.
The Troubleshooters1,988Mi JiashanDrama, Comedy7.222ChineseChinaFor anyone with tricky personal troubles — marital, professional and otherwise — Yu Guan and his buddies have a new business that will provide the solution, from taking the abuse of a man’s nagging wife to showering an obscure writer with awards.
Good Men, Good Women1,995Hou Hsiao-hsienRomance, Drama, History7.220ChineseJapanAn actress preparing to play in a historical epic is terrorized by someone faxing her pages from her stolen diary; has colorful flashbacks of her affair with a now-deceased man; and imagines black-and-white film-within-a-film scenes of the movie she is about to appear in.
Killer Constable1,980Kuei Chih-HungAction, Adventure, Drama7.219ChineseHong Kong2 million taels in gold has been stolen from a vault within the Forbidden City. The Empress wants the money returned within 10 days. Chief Constable Leng Tian-Ying is hired to bring back the gold robbers, dead or alive- and Leng's earned a reputation of never bringing anyone back alive.
Flowers of Taipei: Taiwan New Cinema2,014Hsieh Chin-LinDocumentary7.217ChineseTaiwanWith Taiwan remaining in the grip of martial law in 1982, a group of filmmakers from that country set out to establish a cultural identity through cinema and to share it with the world. This engaging documentary looks at the movement's legacy.
Lee's Adventures2,009Li YangAnimation, Drama7.217ChineseChinaA video game nerd must beat through the game in order to time travel and meet his ex-girlfriend once more before they were apart.
The Contract1,978Michael Hui Koon-ManComedy7.217ChineseHong KongStruggling actor Chih-Wen (Michael Hui) got a raw deal from his company, MTV Studios. He signed a binding 8-year contract with the studio and was only given one opportunity to perform live thus far. Soon, he received a better deal with a rival company, who promised a 5-year contract and better opportunities to perform and make money. Since he cannot start working for the new company because of his current 8-year contract with MTV, he and his scientist-aspiring brother (Ricky Hui), with the help of magician Shih-Chieh (Sam Hui), attempt to steal the contract from his ruthless manager.
Mr. Pride VS Miss. Prejudice2,017Li HaishuRomance, Comedy7.216ChineseChinaOnline writer Tang Nan Nan crosses path with Zhu Hou, a second-generation rich boy “sea turtle”, resulting in hilarious situations and face-offs.
Execution in Autumn1,972Lee HsingDrama7.216ChineseTaiwanPeigang, his family's only son for three generations running, is to be executed on account of larceny, but not without the intervention of his grandmother.
Yesterday Once More2,016Yao TingtingDrama, Romance7.215ChineseChinaLin Tianjiao is the top girl in her school. During one of her tests, she resorted to copying from notes, and is spotted by Gao Xiang, who is considered a wayward student. When the note was discovered by the teacher, Gao Xiang chooses to claim responsibility for trying to cheat. Lin Tianjiao feels apologetic towards Gao Xiang, and begins their friendship. Meanwhile, Lin Tianjiao's good friend, Lu Tiantian is courting Ou Xiaoyang. However, due to his poor academic standing, Lin Tianjiao ignores him completely. Classmate Huang Tao is secretly in love with Lin Tianjiao, but is too shy to express it. As a result, he and his best buddy, Li Tao are at loggerheads with Gao Xiang.
Petition2,009Zhao LiangDocumentary7.215ChineseChinaThe dysfunctional Chinese justice system allows citizens with grievances against their local governments to petition the court to clear or correct their record. Yet in order to do so, the petitioners must travel to Beijing to file paperwork and wait an indefinite period to plead their case. Following the saga of a group of petitioners over the years of 1996 and 2008, Petition unfolds like a novel by Zola or Dickens. This was filmed surreptitiously from the point of view of the petitioners, and not the justice officials, the police, or those heavies sent by the municipalities.
GATAO: Like Father Like Son2,024Jui-Chih ChiangCrime, Action7.214ChineseTaiwanMichael and his right-hand man Scorpion, who find themselves embroiled in their father Ko's turf war against rival gangs in Taipei, setting off a conflict between old and new generations of gangsters. The film is the latest installment in the Gatao franchise, following the narrative of a young successor trying to expand his power while navigating the volatile underworld.
Purple Sunset2,001Feng XiaoningDrama, War7.213ChineseChinaA Soviet Russian lady officer, a Chinese peasant and a Japanese schoolgirl must walk their way out of a forest toward the end of World War II, despite their mutual distrust of one another.
S He2,018Shengwei ZhouAnimation, Fantasy7.212ChineseChinaIn a dystopian world, male shoes dominate and the females—high-heels with spindly vines—are kept strictly for breeding purposes. Under disguise, a female breaks loose and attempts to move beyond her confines. Her attempt alters not only her fate but the very fabric of society.
Orz Boyz2,008Yang Ya-cheFantasy, Family, Comedy7.212ChineseTaiwanMore than just naughty, they play tricks on classmates, tease girls at school, fight with other boys, and lie to everyone until their teacher breaks down. They are named Liar No. 1 and Liar No. 2. The most important act planned in their life is to go to the mysterious water park, where they can leap through the portal at the end of the water slide to the fairy-tale world OZ and live as grown-ups happily ever after. However, the commitment is torn by a careless betrayal.
The Snow Child1,980Wenxiao LinAnimation, Family7.212ChineseChinaA young rabbit is rescued from disaster by the snowman he makes with his mother.
Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf 42,012William KanAnimation7.211ChineseUnknownWeslie and his crew discover an evil mechanical dragon who defeats Wolffy as he was attempting to capture the goats, but a series of good dragons rescue Weslie and the goats. The good dragons say that evil dragons have taken over their world, and they need the help of the goats.
A Night of Soul Turning2,023Xiang QiuliangHorror, Thriller7.210ChineseChina
Red Cliff2,008John WooAdventure, Drama, History, Action, War7.1871ChineseChinaIn 208 A.D., in the final days of the Han Dynasty, shrewd Prime Minster Cao convinced the fickle Emperor Han the only way to unite all of China was to declare war on the kingdoms of Xu in the west and East Wu in the south. Thus began a military campaign of unprecedented scale. Left with no other hope for survival, the kingdoms of Xu and East Wu formed an unlikely alliance.
The Big Boss1,971Lo WeiAction7.1813ChineseHong KongCheng is a young Chinese mainlander who moves in with his expatriate cousins to work at an ice factory in Thailand. He does this with a family promise never to get involved in any fights. However, when members of his family begin disappearing after meeting the management of the factory, the resulting mystery and pressures force him to break that vow and take on the villainy of the Big Boss.
Creation of the Gods I: Kingdom of Storms2,023WuershanAction, Fantasy, War7.1467ChineseChinaBased on the most well-known classical fantasy novel of China, Fengshenyanyi, the trilogy is a magnificent eastern high fantasy epic that recreates the prolonged mythical wars between humans, immortals and monsters, which happened more than three thousand years ago.
A Writer's Odyssey2,021Lu YangFantasy, Action, Adventure, Drama7.1354ChineseChinaKongwen Lu is the author of a fantasy novel series following a heroic teenager, also named Kongwen, on a quest to end the tyrannical rule of Lord Redmane, under the guidance of a Black Armor. But through a strange twist of fate, the fantasy world of the novel begins to impact life in the real world, leading Guan Ning to accept a mission from Tu Ling to kill the author.
Red Sorghum1,988Zhang YimouDrama, Romance, History7.1237ChineseChinaAn old leper who owned a remote sorghum winery dies. Jiu'er, the wife bought by the leper, and her lover, identified only as "my Grandpa" by the narrator, take over the winery and set up an idealized quasi-matriarchal community headed by Jiu'er. When the Japanese invaders subject the area to their rule and cut down the sorghum to make way for a road, the community rises up and resists as the sorghum grows anew.
Mad Detective2,007Wai Ka-FaiAction, Crime, Thriller7.1220ChineseHong KongBun, a schizophrenic, former police inspector comes out of retirement to help a rookie detective solve a complex murder case involving a missing colleague and a suspected policeman suffering from a multiple personality disorder.
Goodbye Mr. Loser2,015Yan FeiRomance, Comedy7.1144ChineseChinaA middle-aged loser travels back in time to his high school years to put his life on the right track.
Kaili Blues2,016Bi GanDrama, Mystery7.1143ChineseChinaChen Sheng goes off in search of his nephew who has been abandoned by his father. Along the way, he encounters numerous people from his past and also those from his future.
Lost on Journey2,010Raymond Yip Wai-ManComedy7.1101ChineseChinaA boss of a toy corporation, Chenggong Li, tries to head back to Chan Sar to celebrate the Chinese New Year with his family. However, plans don't go as smoothly after he crosses paths with a stranger, Geng Niu.
Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles2,005Zhang YimouDrama7.192ChineseChinaTakada, a Japanese fisherman has been estranged from his son for many years, but when the son is diagnosed with terminal cancer his daughter-in-law, Rie, summons him to the hospital. Through a series of obstacles and relationships, he is brought unexpectedly closer to both an understanding of himself and of his son.
Blue Gate Crossing2,002Yee Chih-yenDrama, Romance7.190ChineseTaiwanYueh-chen has an obsession with her classmate Shihao, but is too shy to confess to him directly. She sends in her best friend, Kerou, to act as a go-between, and Shihao ends up falling for Kerou, who is not sure what to think of him.
The Bold, the Corrupt and the Beautiful2,017Yang Ya-cheThriller, Mystery, Drama7.189ChineseHong KongMadame Tang colludes and mediates between the government and the private businesses for the benefits of her all-female family. One case does not go according to plan, and an entire family close to Madame Tang fall victim to a gruesome murder. Ambition, desire and lust eventually change Tang's relationships with her own family forever.
Man in Love2,021Chen-Hao YinRomance, Drama7.176ChineseChinaA debt collector strikes a deal with a debt-ridden woman struggling to care for her ailing father: he will take care of her bills if she agrees to date him.
No More Bets2,023Shen AoDrama, Crime7.173ChineseChinaA depressed programmer and a model decide to seek gold as a seemingly good job opportunity, but they inadvertently become involved in a well-planned Internet scam.
Dearest2,014Peter Chan Ho-SunDrama7.167ChineseHong KongA story centered around a divorced couple living in a southern Chinese city Shenzhen and dealing with the disappearance of their missing son.
The Boys from Fengkuei1,983Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama7.163ChineseTaiwanAh-Ching and his friends have just finished school in their island fishing village, and now spend most of their time drinking and fighting. Three of them decide to go to the port city of Kaohsiung to look for work. They find an apartment through relatives, and Ah-Ching is attracted to the girlfriend of a neighbor. There they face the harsh realities of the big city.
The Dream Factory1,997Feng XiaogangComedy7.159ChineseChinaFour friends come up with an unusual idea to make some money and have fun doing it. For a small fee, they will impersonate and act out any character role for their customers. In the course of executing this novel service, they encounter a whole spectrum of people in society, finding ways to genuinely help them boost their morale and overcome their fears, while gaining unusual and new insights into the human condition.
Happy Times2,000Zhang YimouDrama, Comedy7.158ChineseChinaZhao is an ageing bachelor, who has not been fortunate in love. Believing that he has finally met the female of his dreams, Zhao makes her believe that he is opulent and consents to a lavish wedding.
Mr. Tree2,011Han JieDrama7.149ChineseChinaTeased by hallucinations, Shu, a slacker living in a rural village, struggles with an ever-loosening grip on reality. Yet when one of his visions manifests as real, his fellow villagers come to regard him as a clairvoyant. Can Shu genuinely see into the future? Is he actually just a basket case? Or is he perhaps more lucid than he seems, and pulling a fast one on everyone?
Cock and Bull2,016Cao BaopingComedy, Crime, Drama7.147ChineseChinaWhen a murder occurs in a small town in Southeast China, a local mechanic, known for his honesty, comes under suspicion. When the police target him to take the fall, he’s forced to try and exonerate himself, uncovering a number of disturbing facts, most much bigger than the initial crime.
Cow2,009Guan HuDrama, War7.140ChineseChinaA Chinese peasant is given the responsibility of protecting his village's special dairy cow during a particularly harsh winter in 1940.
The Hand2,004Wong Kar-WaiDrama, Romance7.137ChineseHong KongHong Kong, 1960s. Zhang, a shy tailor's assistant, is riveted by his imperious client Miss Hua. Upon meeting her, she seduces him to make sure he will truly remember her when designing her garments. After this intimate first encounter, a rapport develops between the two. Entry is for the theatrically released extended version, not the segment from the Eros anthology.
The Nightingale2,014Philippe MuylDrama7.133ChineseFranceIn order to keep a promise he made to his wife, an old man sets off to her native village with a bird in a cage. Along the road, together with his granddaughter, he discovers new values, particularly those related to the heart.
Almost a Comedy2,019Zhou ShenRomance, Comedy7.132ChineseChinaThree free and romantic young people live a life with their own thoughts: some are eager to get rid of singleness, some want to debauch before getting married, some want to gain a foothold in the big city. Because of an emotional derailment, the three kinked into a mess of "joking and scolding". When various values ​​collide, when a person needs to balance family friendship and love...their chaotic life is like half a comedy.
Forever Young2,018Fangfang LiWar, Drama, Romance, History7.132ChineseChinaFrom World War, to revolution and ultimately rebirth, Forever Young is the story of four generations spanning a hundred years of modern Chinese history. Each generation faces its own unique set of challenges. Up against corporate corruption, the trials and tribulations of the cultural revolution, and one's duty to nation in time of war, they are faced with choosing their individual paths through history. But as the challenges and turmoil of each generation may differ as time changes, what was learned in the past cannot help but effect the choices that are made in the future as it is passed down from generation to generation. And that is the universal message that being true to yourself is precious. It is the source of strength that empowers one to become the person they want to be, to march forward as far as their hearts desire, into the future.
Have Sword, Will Travel1,969Chang ChehAction, Adventure, Romance7.128ChineseHong KongYing Ke-Feng, head of Peerless Manor, is an expert swordsman whose escort business transports 200,000 taels of silver to the capital each year. This year, however, he is afflicted with an infirmity that renders him unable to use his sword.
The Ditch2,011Wang BingDrama7.126ChineseBelgiumThe film focuses on the suffering of Chinese who were imprisoned in a forced labor camp called Jiabiangou in the Gobi Desert in winter 1960 under Mao Zedong on the grounds that they were "rightist elements". The film tells of the harsh life of these men, who coped with physical exhaustion, extreme cold, starvation and death on a daily basis.
In Our Time1,982Chang YiDrama7.126ChineseTaiwanFour vignettes, each set in different decades from the 1950s through the 1980s, deal with protagonists at different stages of life between childhood and young adulthood.
Sanmao Joins the Army1,992Zhang JianyaDrama, Comedy, War7.118ChineseChinaIn 1937, after the Marco Polo Bridge Incident, the Second Sino-Japanese War breaks out. San Mao, a wandering orphan, joins the army to participate in the Battle of Shanghai.
Ping-Pong: The Triumph2,023Yu BaimeiDrama7.117ChineseChinaIn the early 1990s when the Chinese men's table tennis team is at a low ebb, head coach Cai Zhenhua is tasked with forming a new team to finally fight to the top at the 1995 World Ping Championship in Tianjin, China.
The Winners2,020Miao YuComedy, Drama7.117ChineseChinaYan is a bank employee who is strict and prudent at doing things. But he is really considered as a weirdo by colleagues. The bank is selected as the place that takes part in a bank robbery and annihilation maneuver, and Yan applies to act as the robber.
One Day2,010Hou Chi-janDrama, Romance, Science Fiction7.117ChineseTaiwanA woman is transported into a world as strange and beautiful as her dreams in this fantasy. Singing, who comes from a family of poor shopkeepers, earns her living as a cleaning woman on a ferry that services a military base. Singing has a recurring dream in which she meets a handsome stranger who speaks in language she cannot understand, and one day on the ferry she meets Tsai Hsien-tsung, a soldier who resembles the man in her dreams. The soldier is immediately smitten with Singing, and when the power goes out on the ferry, the two are thrown into a strange netherworld where they sail to South America on a deserted vessel as Singing loses her heart to the military man.
The Cabbie2,000Chen Yi-wenComedy, Drama, Romance7.117ChineseTaiwanAfter falling in love with a traffic cop, a cab driver commits as many traffic violations as he can in order to see her again.
Two Stage Sisters1,964Xie JinDrama7.117ChineseChinaIn pre-revolutionary China, two young girls, Chunhua and Yuehong Xing, rise through the ranks of Chinese opera, but with their artistic success comes a new series of personal and social challenges.
Strawman1,987Wang TungDrama, Comedy, War7.115ChineseTaiwanIn 1940s Taiwan, during the last days of Japanese rule, an impoverished farming village is less concerned with colonial politics than with feeding their families. One day, an American bomb falls onto a field, where it lies unexploded.
Fight Against Evil2,021Qin PengfeiCrime, Drama7.114ChineseChinaCriminal police Li Hongqi accompanied his girlfriend back to his hometown for the Chinese New Year, and accidentally discovered that his father-in-law was involved in this crime-related case. With a strong sense of justice, Li Hongqi decided to give up his vacation and cooperated with the local police to start an investigation.
Gone with the Boat2,024Chen XiaoyuDrama, Family7.113ChineseChinaJin, a widowed mother living alone in a village, is diagnosed with a brain tumor. Her daughter fights tooth and nail to get her the best treatment while her son encourages the family to embrace the reality of death. Circumstances send the three characters on an existential journey on the rivers of the past. Chen's sensitive debut feature is a film about homecoming and farewells, and was awarded Best Screenplay at the Shanghai International Film Festival.
The Green Snake2,019Fei XuN/A7.113ChineseChinaXun Ya, an exiled god turned oracle, ferries souls across the Luochuan River. After saving the Green Snake from a fatal lightning strike, he builds the Sansheng Inn and creates Zhe Sheng as a companion. For three hundred years, they live peacefully caring for passing souls. When a destructive demon threatens their world, Green Snake courageously decides to fight and protect her loved ones, risking everything to defend her home.
Into The Mortal World2,024Zhong DingAnimation, Fantasy7.111ChineseChinaThe classic legend is adapted, and the descendants of the Cowherd and the Weaving Maiden continue to write a new adventure! The twenty-eight star ...
Warriors of Future2,022Ng Yuen-FaiDrama, Action, Science Fiction7474ChineseChinaWhen a meteor carrying a destructive plant strikes the world, a suicide squad is given hours to save their post-apocalyptic city from total collapse.
The Eight Hundred2,020Guan HuWar, History, Drama, Action7315ChineseChinaIn 1937, eight hundred Chinese soldiers fight under siege from a warehouse in the middle of the Shanghai battlefield, completely surrounded by the Japanese army.
Long Day's Journey Into Night2,018Bi GanDrama, Mystery7272ChineseChinaLuo Hongwu returns to Kaili, the hometown from which he fled many years ago. He begins the search for the woman he loved and whom he has never been able to forget.
Operation Mekong2,016Dante Lam Chiu-YinAction, Adventure, Crime, War7267ChineseHong KongThe Chinese government launches a daring operation to arrest a violent drug cartel following the discovery of thirteen Chinese crew members' bodies on two ships sailing through the Mekong River.
Animal World2,018Han YanDrama, Action, Adventure, Thriller7254ChineseChinaBacked into a corner by mounting debts, a youth agrees to submit himself to a high stakes game of chance in international waters aboard a disused warship.
Millennium Mambo2,001Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama, Romance7241ChineseTaiwanVicky recalls her romances with her exes Hao Hao and Jack in the neon-lit clubs of Taipei.
Marry My Dead Body2,023Cheng Wei-haoComedy, Action, Horror7189ChineseTaiwanAfter finding an odd envelope, Policeman Ming-han's life takes a spooky turn: He's now wed to a ghost husband, and they must solve a crime together.
Hi, Mom2,021Jia LingDrama, Comedy, Fantasy7164ChineseChinaDevastated after her mom's serious accident and grief-stricken because she hasn't become the daughter she wanted to be for her mother, Jia Xiaoling finds herself transported back in time to the year 1981, where she meets her young mother before she was her mom.
Assembly2,007Feng XiaogangAction, History7146ChineseChinaFollows a soldier trying to gain recognition for comrades who died in 1948, at a turning point in the civil war between the communists and the nationalist forces of the Kuomintang.
The Captain2,019Andrew Lau Wai-KeungAdventure7144ChineseChinaBased on the true story of a pilot who had to ensure the safety of 128 passengers and crew members on the plane when its windshield became damaged mid-flight. The incident is regarded as one of the miracles in aviation history.
L.O.R.D: Legend of Ravaging Dynasties2,016Guo JingmingAnimation, Fantasy, Drama, Science Fiction7141ChineseChinaBased on the novel of the same name, the film depicts the endless battles of four kingdoms as they fight for power and domination of the one ultimate realm.Based on his 2 beloved fantasy novels with 6 million copies sold, L.O.R.D is acclaimed writer and director Guo Jingming’s follow up to his Tiny Times films. The action-adventure odyssey is set in a world of warring Sorcerers, Lords and Beasts. The first CGI Film to come from China
Deep Sea2,023Tian XiaopengAnimation, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy, Mystery7140ChineseChinaShenxiu has felt a deep sadness since her mother left. A storm plunges her into a dreamlike world of swirling colour. Led by the Hyjinx, and joined by inventive underwater chef Nanhe, she embarks on a quest to find solace in the Eye of the Deep Sea.
Hello Mr. Billionaire2,018Peng DamoComedy7136ChineseChinaA pathetic minor league Soccer Goalkeeper was given a task - to spend 1 Billion in thirty days, if successful he will get 30 Billion. However, he's not allowed to tell anyone about the task and he must not own any valuables by end of it.
Shaolin Temple1,982Cheung Sing-YimAction7136ChineseChinaThe Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor who killed his father.
What Time Is It There?2,001Tsai Ming-liangDrama, Romance7114ChineseFranceA street vendor with a grim home-life forges a connection with a young woman on her way to Paris.
Reset2,017ChangAction, Science Fiction7109ChineseChinaIn 2025, a scientist on the verge of making a major discovery related to time travel is suddenly put in peril when a rival kidnaps her young son and demands a hefty ransom: her entire research.
The Final Master2,015Xu HaofengAction, Drama7102ChineseChinaDetermined to pass down his art, the Final Master of Wing Chun is caught in a power struggle with malicious local officials and ultimately must choose between personal honor and his master’s dying wish.
Three Times2,005Hou Hsiao-hsienRomance, Drama7100ChineseTaiwanIn three separate segments, set respectively in 1966, 1911, and 2005, three love stories unfold between three sets of characters, under three different periods of Taiwanese history and governance.
Prison on Fire1,987Ringo Lam Ling-TungCrime, Drama7100ChineseHong KongLo Ka Yiu, a young ad designer who is sentenced to jail for manslaughter, has gotten himself in trouble with the corrupted wardens and fellow inmates of Triad background. Chung Tin Ching, a veteran inmate and Yiu's mentor, is forced to confront his comrade's enemies time and again, leading up to the final showdown with the head of security.
A Cool Fish2,018Rao XiaozhiComedy, Thriller, Crime796ChineseChinaCop-turned-security guard Ma Xianyong finds himself in a criminal twilight zone when two unrelated events turn his world upside down. The mysterious disappearance of his boss has implications for his financial security. Even more perilous is the abduction of his paralyzed sister who, unknown to Ma, makes a morbid deal with her captors.
Platform2,001Jia ZhangkeDrama, History794ChineseFranceChina’s rapid changes from the late 1970s to the early 1990s, as seen through the lives of four performers in a theater troupe.
Successor2,024Peng DamoComedy782ChineseChinaMa Chenggang, a wealthy man in Xihong City, worries that his eldest son is too spoiled to succeed him. Determined to raise a capable successor, he takes an unconventional approach. They conceal their wealth, moving the family to a dilapidated neighborhood, and maintain an illusion of poverty, so that his son could develop qualities such as hard work, knowledge, careful budgeting, physical fitness, and perseverance.
Who Killed Cock Robin2,017Cheng Wei-haoMystery, Thriller, Crime782ChineseTaiwanAn ambitious journalist who witnessed a hit-and-run years ago reboots his investigation led by newly emerged clues. As he beats the clock to save the only survivor after her sudden disappearance, layers of unimaginable dark truths around a corrupted system start peeling.
One-Armed Boxer1,972Jimmy Wang YuAction, Adventure, Drama, Fantasy771ChineseHong KongA martial-arts student learns the iron fist and death grip techniques to avenge his teacher's death.
Angels Wear White2,017Vivian QuDrama769ChineseChinaIn a small seaside town, two schoolgirls are assaulted by a middle-aged man in a motel. Mia, a teenager who was working on reception that night, is the only witness. For fear of losing her job, she says nothing. Meanwhile, 12-year-old Wen, one of the victims, finds that her troubles have only just begun. Trapped in a world that offers them no safety, Mia and Wen will have to find their own way out.
Endgame2,021Rao XiaozhiComedy, Crime767ChineseChinaA world-class hitman ends up swapping identities with a down-to-luck extra actor during an accident.
The Golden Lotus1,974Li Han-HsiangRomance, Action, Drama767ChineseHong KongGolden Lotus is based, in part, on Jin Ping Mei, a famous erotic novel of ancient China. Li Han-Hsiang adapted part of the story into this film, which starts with Hsi Men Ching, a successful merchant, wooing Pan Chin Lien, the beautiful wife of one of the townspeople.
24 City2,008Jia ZhangkeDrama, Documentary760ChineseChinaAs a decades-old state-run aeronautics munitions factory in downtown Chengdu, China is being torn down for the construction of the titular luxury apartment complex, director Jia Zhangke interviews various people affiliated with it about their experiences.
The Ex-File 3: The Return of the Exes2,017Tian YushengRomance, Comedy758ChineseChinaBuddies Meng Yun and Yu Fei break up with their girlfriends and indulge themselves in living the bachelor lifestyle again. However, as their ex-girlfriends reemerge in their lives, their “Single Plan” starts to unravel!
Lan Yu2,001Stanley Kwan Kam-PangDrama, Romance758ChineseChinaA love story between a country boy in Beijing to study and a wealthy businessman set against the backdrop of the 1989 Tiananmen Square incident.
Dahufa2,017BusifanAnimation, Action, Adventure, Fantasy755ChineseChinaA warrior named Dahufa goes to save his prince from a dystopian village. He finds the dystopian village ruled by a fake god and his guards. In order to save the prince, Dahufa has to defeat the god and his men, and disclose the whole conspiracy.
Article 202,024Zhang YimouDrama, Comedy753ChineseChinaTells the story of prosecutor Han Ming who is involved in a difficult case where the intentional injury of people is turned into a legitimate defense.
The Missing Gun2,002Lu ChuanComedy, Crime, Drama, Mystery744ChineseChinaAfter a policeman gets drunk and loses his service weapon, he frantically searches for his revolver and the killer who murdered his former lover.
My Life as McDull2,001Toe YuenAnimation, Drama, Comedy739ChineseHong KongMcDull is not the brightest kid on the block, but he continuously tries to do his best to please his mother. Still it seems he may not be destined for great things like she wishes, but McDull strives to try anyway.
Tuya's Marriage2,006Wang Quan'anDrama, Romance738ChineseChinaSet in Inner Mongolia, a physical setback causes a young woman to choose a suitor who can take care of her, as well as her disabled husband.
Go Brother!2,018Cheng FenfenComedy, Drama737ChineseChinaShi Miao hates her brother Shi Fen. So, she makes a birthday wish: She wants her brother gone. However, she did not expect the wish come true.
Endless Journey2,023Dai MoCrime, Drama736ChineseChinaAn accidental death of the suspect leads to the entire team of the Third Division being imprisoned. Six years later, team leader Cheng Bing is released but remains consumed by the case. Over the next eleven years, he lives a normal life while secretly tracking down the killer, determined to see justice served.
On Happiness Road2,018Sung Hsin-YinAnimation, Drama734ChineseTaiwanChi earned her American dream after persevering with her studies in Taiwan. Following her grandmothers’ death, Chi returns to her family on Happiness Road, where she begins to feel nostalgic about her childhood and starts to contemplate the meaning of “life” and “home”. What is happiness? Will Chi find her own happiness?
Boonie Bears: Blast into the Past2,019Ding LiangAnimation, Family, Adventure, Fantasy729ChineseChinaBoonie bears and bareheaded Qiang blast into primitive times and experience a period of exciting and breathtaking time in a primitive tribe.
Daughter of the Nile1,987Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama, Crime728ChineseTaiwanLin Hsiao-yang tries to keep her family together while working as a waitress at Kentucky Fried Chicken and going to night school. With no mother and her father currently working out of town, it is up to Lin Hsiao-yang to take care of her younger siblings, who are slipping into a life of crime.
'Til Madness Do Us Part2,014Wang BingDocumentary726ChineseChinaAn insight into the everyday lives of 50 inmates of a mental institution in the Chinese province of Yunnan, who are there for killing someone, committing a crime against a public official, or have a developmental disability.
Return of the Sentimental Swordsman1,981Chor YuenAction, Drama726ChineseHong KongLi Xunhuan comes back to his home after three years of wandering. He had decided to have a normal life, but a group of skilled martial arts fighters and leaders are bent on killing him, so they can be ranked top by Bai Xiaosheng in his renowned list of the best warriors in the martial arts world. Li Xunhuan battles them as he searches for his estranged friend A'fei, who is now married and living in seclusion. Li asks A'fei to join forces and fight against a new threat that wants to rule the world: the Money Clan.
The Sandwich Man1,983Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama726ChineseTaiwanComposed of three separate stories, the film vividly portrays Taiwan during the cold war period when the country developed its economy with help from the United States.
The Eleventh Chapter2,021Chen JianbinDrama725ChineseChinaA man must attempt to clear his name after a theatre puts on a play that accuses him of committing a 30-year-old murder.
The Reunions2,021Dong ChengpengDrama724ChineseChinaRework on Dong Chengpeng's previous award winning short "A Final Reunion". A comedy director has come up with an idea of breaking through his common filmmaking take by shooting a short film about how his grandmother would have spent on the New Year's day, crews recruited, the protagonist on set, everyone ready in the rural remote country where he was born and raised while out of everyone's expectation, the grandma passed. The movie has to go on, hence the narrative metamorphosizes from here... You can't always get what you want, as a storyteller, he leads the whole crew into another diverged yet moving journey.
King of the Children1,987Chen KaigeDrama724ChineseChinaAn unschooled young man, one of the countless victims of Mao's Cultural Revolution, is laboring in the countryside when he is assigned to teach in a nearby school. Gradually, he abandons the Maoist textbook and encourages the barely literate kids to write about their own lives and feelings.
The Love Eterne1,963Li Han-HsiangMusic, Drama, Romance723ChineseHong KongIn this dreamy romance set in China during the fourth-century, a young woman convinces her parents to allow her to dress as a boy and attend university.
You and Me2,006Ma LiwenDrama721ChineseChinaXiaoma, a young woman who has recently moved to Beijing, finds an apartment in an old courtyard apartment complex owned by Grandma, an elderly woman. Xiaoma and Grandma’s relationship almost immediately becomes strained. After trying to tidy up the courtyard, Grandma insists that Xiaoma turn over her share of the profits. Tightfisted, the elderly landlady resists even allowing Xiaoma to install a telephone. At the same time the older woman becomes increasingly interested in Xiaoma’s personal (and romantic) life. Grandma, for example, tries to pass off her grandson to the younger woman. Annoyed, Xiaoma nevertheless is flattered at the older woman’s concern. Over the course of four seasons, Xiaoma begins to learn from her landlady of the old world that the modern city of Beijing has left behind, while Grandma begins to enjoy the youth and vitality of her tenant. The two women become closer and eventually develop a deep friendship.
The Palace2,013Pan AnziDrama, Romance720ChineseChinaIn Qing Dynasty, Chen Xiang and Liuli became maids and friends in the imperial palace. Liuli wanted to be famous whereas Chen Xiang just wanted to live a normal life. Liuli attempted to change her life by knowing the prince, even at the cost of betraying Chen Xiang.
Old Boys2,010Xiao YangComedy, Drama720ChineseChina"Old Boys" talks the story of two high school friends who formed a band to participate in "Happy Boys" talent show at their middle age as a song could get them back to their youth and back to the past. This touching "Old Boys" theme song also moved all the audience.
Day Off2,023Fu Tien-YuDrama717ChineseTaiwanA woman who has owned a barbershop for over 40 years determines to embark on a long journey to cut the hair of an old customer who has moved away and is too sick to travel.
Love Never Ends2,023Han YanDrama, Romance, Family716ChineseChinaHave you ever wondered how you will age? Four 60-year-olds, two twilight loves, their love is kind and pure, romantic and intense. In this limited journey of life, before it is too late, one wants to say "I love you!
Wolf Hiding2,023Marc MaAction, Crime716ChineseChinaA criminal group is facing a change of leadership, and all forces are trying to intervene.
Swimming Out Till the Sea Turns Blue2,021Jia ZhangkeDocumentary716ChineseChinaFilmmaker Jia Zhangke chronicles his local literature festival in Shanxi, China which includes a multi-generational roster of the country's most esteemed writers.
Old Well1,987Wu TianmingDrama, Romance716ChineseChinaA married village worker teams up with an old girlfriend to try to dig a well for his water-starved village. The well collapses and they are trapped. Their enforced confinement leads to them exploring their feelings for each other and those around them.
The Flag of Iron1,980Chang ChehAction716ChineseHong KongLoyal gang member Iron Panther takes the heat for his boss after a dustup with their rivals, only to end up betrayed in this vintage kung fu yarn.
The Buffalo Boy and His Flute1,963Qian JiajunAnimation716ChineseChinaA young boy who likes to play the flute dreams that he has lost his water buffalo.
The Ridiculous Spring Festival Gala Tour2,022Wang Ying LunComedy714ChineseChinaA movie about the Spring Festival Gala, the homesickness and New Year customs of Chinese overseas. It records a group of Chinese who carefully prepared a Spring Festival Gala for their beliefs. However, there are many difficulties in the process of preparation. A series of funny stories have taken places.
Return Ticket2,011Teng Yung-ShingDrama714ChineseTaiwanAll the way, Cao Li has come alone. From Fuyang to Shenzhen. From Shenzhen to Shanghai. From Shanghai to home? Leaving hometown is her choice, the choice out of no choice. Returning home is her dream, the dream getting blinded by the neon lights in the city.--
The Bells of Death1,968Griffin Yueh FengAction, Drama714ChineseHong KongA simple woodcutter named Wei Fu finds his world shattered when three murderous horsemen arrive to kill his family and kidnap his sister. Left with nothing but his mother’s bell-laden bracelet, he sets out to seek his revenge. Lucky for him, Wei Fu encounters a master swordsman, who takes him under his wing.
A Young Patriot2,015Du HaibinDocumentary713ChineseFranceA documentary chronicling the coming of age of a young chinese man.
Green Tea2,003Zhang YuanDrama, Romance713ChineseChinaA mysterious woman frequents tea shops and other places looking for the right man. A cup of green tea will show you the way to find your true love.
Growing Up1,983Chen Kun-HouDrama713ChineseTaiwanThe story follows a young man as he changes from an intelligently aware youth, to a teenager with much less confidence than he once had, and finally, to a stable adult.
Duel for Gold1,971Chor YuenAction713ChineseHong KongSoon-to-be legendary director Chu Yuan had just joined the Shaw Brothers when he helmed this thriller of bickering bandits. Audiences loved watching three pairs of cunning male and female crooks trying to steal a million gold taels from the Fu Lai Treasury House...not knowing that one of them is actually an undercover hero. Even without him, there's no honor amongst thieves, so the double-crosses and deadly duels come fast and furious, all choreographed by Hsu Erh-niu.
Ripples of Life2,023Wei ShujunDrama712ChineseChinaFollows a big star who brings a film crew to her remote hometown for a shoot, and while the production is afflicted by disagreements between the crew, a bored local restaurant owner finds excitement to be the stand-in for the star.
Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf: The Super Adventure2,009Choo Sung-PongComedy, Family, Animation712ChineseChina
The Marriage Certificate2,001Huang JianxinComedy, Drama, Family712ChineseChinaThe wife of a prominent psychiatrist can't find her marriage certificate one day. This "jiehunzheng" is all important. Without it, the family officially has never existed, including the daughter. The couple go on a wild goose chase through the Chinese bureaucracy, meeting catch-22 all the way....they need a certificate to get a new one, etc. They even journey back to the People's Commune where they met, now the site of modern private enterprises where nobody even recalls the former occupants.
Disorder2,009Huang WeikaiDocumentary711ChineseChinaA "city symphony" full of dark humor that weaves together a collage of absurd sounds and events.
Crime and Punishment2,007Zhao LiangDocumentary711ChineseChinaIn a small town near China's North Korea border, a state police station exerts itself as a solicitous caretaker of the locals. As it goes out to catch criminals and punish them too, professionalism fades into the background.
Red Persimmon1,996Wang TungDrama711ChineseTaiwanIn 1949, the Communists take over mainland. The refugees and the military arrive in the Keelung Harbor in Taiwan. A father holds secret meetings with other generals in attempt to recover the lost land, his kids still play games with their grandma who enjoys the harmony in hardship.
Clan of Amazons1,978Chor YuenAction710ChineseHong KongThe Embroidery Bandit is stealing treasures while blinding his victims. The hero Liu Xiaofeng is called in to solve the mystery. The evidence points to the all-woman Clan of the Red Shoes - but appearances can be deceptive.
Little Toys1,933Sun YuDrama710ChineseChinaSister Ye lives in a rural village, where everyone makes traditional toys. When Sister Ye's husband dies of an unknown illness, and while Ye is attending to him, her son is kidnapped and sold to a wealthy lady in the city of Shanghai. Shortly after, the village is destroyed during an attack between rival warlords, forcing the villagers move to the city, where they continue to make toys. Ten years pass, and Ye's daughter Zhu'er has become a toy designer. While helping the Nationalist army at the rear, Zhu'er is killed in an attack by the Japanese. On New Year's Eve, Sister Ye is dressed in rags, sitting on the curb, selling toys. A young boy buys toys from her, and it is none other than her son, whom she does not recognize.
Curse of the Golden Flower2,006Zhang YimouAction, Drama, Fantasy6.9794ChineseChinaDuring China's Tang dynasty the emperor has taken the princess of a neighboring province as his wife. She has borne him two sons and raised his eldest. Now his control over his dominion is complete, including the royal family itself.
Flavors of Youth2,018Yi XiaoxingAnimation, Romance, Drama6.9578ChineseChinaThe rigorous city life of China, while bustling and unforgiving, contains the everlasting memories of days past. Three stories told in three different cities, follow the loss of youth and the daunting realization of adulthood. Though reality may seem ever changing, unchangeable are the short-lived moments of one's childhood days. A plentiful bowl of noodles, the beauty of family and the trials of first love endure the inevitable flow of time, as three different characters explore the strength of bonds and the warmth of cherished memories. Within the disorder of the present world, witness these quaint stories recognize the comfort of the past, and attempt to revive the neglected flavors of youth.
Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons2,013Stephen ChowAction, Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy6.9424ChineseChinaIn a world plagued by demons who cause great human suffering, young demon hunter Tang Sanzang must fight against monstrous demons, as well as contend with a beautiful demon hunting woman on his path to enlightenment.
Shaolin2,011Benny Chan Muk-SingAction, Drama6.9400ChineseChinaChina is plunged into strife as feuding warlords try to expand their power by warring over neighboring lands. Fuelled by his success on the battlefield, young and arrogant Hao Jie sneers at Shaolin's masters when he beats one of them in a duel. But the pride comes before a fall. When his own family is wiped out by a rival warlord, Hao is forced to take refuge with the monks. As the civil unrest spreads and the people suffer, Hao and the Shaolin masters are forced to take a fiery stand against the evil warlords. They launch a daring plan or rescue and escape.
Ash Is Purest White2,018Jia ZhangkeCrime, Romance, Drama6.9351ChineseChinaSet in China's underworld, this tale of love and betrayal follows a dancer who fired a gun to protect her mobster boyfriend during a fight. On release from prison 5 years later, she sets out to find him.
Little Big Soldier2,010Ding ShengAction, Comedy, Adventure6.9333ChineseChinaThe story of a farmer forced into conscription, who has been looking to get out of the army ever since. His great chance arrives when he stumbles upon a wounded general from an enemy state, and he kidnaps him, intending to claim credit for the capture, which includes five acres of land, and most importantly, honorable discharge from the army.
Dragon2,011Peter Chan Ho-SunDrama, Action, Thriller6.9312ChineseHong KongA sinful martial arts expert wants to start a new tranquil life, only to be hunted by a determined detective and his former master.
Monkey King: Hero Is Back2,015Tian XiaopengFantasy, Animation, Comedy6.9286ChineseChinaThe all-powerful Monkey King once roamed freely between Heaven and Earth, but after angering the Gods, he was imprisoned within an ice cage deep within the mountains. 500 years later, monsters attack a small village and a child flees to the mountains. Unknowingly, the child releases the Monkey King from his curse. With the help and encouragement from this special child, Monkey King saves the village from the evil monsters.
Reign of Assassins2,010Su ChaobinAction, Adventure6.9272ChineseChinaSet in ancient China, Zeng Jing is a skilled assassin who finds herself in possession of a mystical Buddhist monk's remains. She begins a quest to return the remains to its rightful resting place, and thus places herself in mortal danger because a team of assassins is in a deadly pursuit to possess the remains which holds an ancient power-wielding secret.
Mountains May Depart2,015Jia ZhangkeRomance, Drama6.9242ChineseChinaThe life of Tao, and those close to her, is explored in three different time periods: 1999, 2014, and 2025.
Return to the 36th Chamber1,980Lau Kar-LeungAction, Comedy6.9240ChineseHong KongThe workers of a dye factory have their pay cut by 20% when the factory owner brings in some Manchu thugs to try and increase production. Desperate to reclaim their full wages, the workers hire an actor to impersonate a priest and kung-fu expert from the temple of Shaolin. The factory owner proves the actor a fraud, and punishes all those involved. The young actor feels he has let the workers down, and promises to atone. He sets out for Shaolin, determined to be accepted as a kung-fu pupil at the elite temple.
Bruce Lee, My Brother2,010Manfred Wong Man-ChunAction, Drama6.9206ChineseHong KongAn action-dramatic biopic of the eponymous martial arts legend as told by his younger brother, Robert Lee. It revolves around Bruce Lee's life as a rebellious adolescent in Hong Kong before he sets off for the USA and conquers the world at the age of 18 with only $100 in his pocket.
Ilo Ilo2,013Anthony ChenDrama, Family6.9119ChineseFranceDuring the late 1990s, a busy working-class Singaporean couple hires a Filipino woman as a maid and nanny to their young son.
Flowers of Shanghai1,998Hou Hsiao-hsienDrama6.9109ChineseTaiwanAt the end of the 19th century, Shanghai is divided into several foreign concessions. In the British concession, a number of luxurious “flower houses” are reserved for the male elite of the city. Since Chinese dignitaries are not allowed to frequent brothels, these establishments are the only ones that these men can visit. They form a self-contained world, with its own rites, traditions and even its own language. The men don’t only visit the houses to frequent the courtesans but also to dine, smoke opium, play mahjong and relax. The women working there are known as the “flowers of Shanghai”.
The One-Armed Swordsman1,967Chang ChehAction, Drama6.9107ChineseHong KongA noble swordsman, whose arm had been chopped off, returns to his former teacher to defend him from a villainous gang of rival swordsmen.
Crippled Avengers1,978Chang ChehAction, Drama6.9102ChineseHong KongA group of martial artists seek revenge after being crippled by Tu Tin-To, a martial arts master, and his son.
The Soul2,021Cheng Wei-haoMystery, Science Fiction, Thriller6.9101ChineseChinaWang Shicong, chairman of the famous group, died tragically at home. The prosecutor Liang Wenchao and his wife, Abang, learned during the investiga...
No Man's Land2,013Ning HaoCrime, Drama, Thriller, Western6.9101ChineseChinaPan Xiao, a young lawyer, goes to a rural small village settled in the western desert lands of China to handle the case of a falcon poacher who has ran over a policeman. Pan wins the case through sophisticated reasoning and forces the poacher to give him his car as a reward. Then, he just drives back home, but the return will not be an easy one.
Five Element Ninjas1,982Chang ChehAction, Drama6.992ChineseHong KongA young martial artist vows to take revenge against the ninja who murdered his martial arts master and brothers. He finds a new teacher and faces, together with his new brothers, the Five Element Ninja challenge.
Dead Talents Society2,024John HsuHorror, Comedy6.988ChineseTaiwanWhen ghosts must compete to survive in the underworld by haunting the living, one unassuming young woman needs help creating a lasting performance while under the tutelage of a passionate agent and a washed-up diva.
The Hole1,999Tsai Ming-liangDrama, Romance, Science Fiction6.988ChineseTaiwanIn the final days of the year 1999, almost everyone in Taiwan has died from a strange plague that ravished the island. As rain pours down relentlessly, a single man is stuck with an unfinished plumbing job and a hole in his floor. This results in a very odd relationship with the woman who lives below him.
The Emperor and the Assassin1,998Chen KaigeHistory, Drama6.986ChineseChinaIn pre-unified China, the King of Qin sends his concubine to a rival kingdom to produce an assassin for a political plot, but as the king's cruelty mounts she finds her loyalty faltering.
Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants2,025Tsui HarkAction, Drama, History6.981ChineseChinaUnder Genghis Khan, the Mongolian army pushes west to destroy the Jin Dynasty, setting its sights on the Song Dynasty next. Amid internal conflicts among martial arts schools, Guo Jing unites the Central Plains' warriors to defend Xiangyang, embodying courage and loyalty in the fight for the nation.
The New One-Armed Swordsman1,971Chang ChehAction, Drama, History, War6.981ChineseHong KongLei Li lost his right-arm in a sword duel with the master of a martial arts school, long ago. Now, he is able to defend himself well with just his left arm, and kung fu techniques. That he proves with just the help of his friend Chung-Chieng, when he crosses his path with a beautiful girl in need, Pao Chiao. Even against impossible odds, he will prove a great warrior.
The World2,004Jia ZhangkeDrama6.974ChineseChinaAt Beijing World Park, a bizarre cross-pollination of Las Vegas and Epcot Center where visitors can interact with famous international monuments without ever leaving the city’s suburbs, a security guard betrays his dancer girlfriend by pursuing another woman.
Shower1,999Zhang YangComedy, Drama6.971ChineseChinaAn aged father and his younger, mentally challenged son have been working hard every day to keep the bathhouse running for a motley group of regular customers. When his elder son, who left years ago to seek his fortune in the southern city of Shenzhen, abruptly returns one day, it once again puts under stress the long-broken father-son ties. Presented as a light-hearted comedy, Shower explores the value of family, friendship, and tradition.
Together2,002Chen KaigeDrama6.961ChineseChinaWhen a violin prodigy Xiaochun and his father head to Beijing seeking fame and fortune, they soon discover a fierce world of cutthroat ambition. But when Xiaochun is "adopted" by a famous music tutor, success finally seems within reach - until a shocking discovery begins to unravel his entire world, and the boy must make the most difficult choice of his life. Can he achieve the fame his father had always hoped for without losing the extraordinary passion that sets him apart?
The Wasted Times2,016Cheng ErDrama, Mystery, Crime6.955ChineseChinaShanghai gangsters grapple with lust and loyalty on the eve of war with Japan as they try to navigate an alliance with the enemy's army.
Blind Massage2,014Lou YeDrama6.948ChineseChinaThe employees of a massage parlour share a close bond with each other as they all share a trait in common, they are all visually impaired.
Upstream2,024Xu ZhengDrama6.944ChineseChinaA moment of impulsiveness turns Gao Zhilei into a "stay-at-home" individual, but he never expected his life to take a turn in the opposite direction. A series of changes compel him to take on his responsibilities as the head of the family. When life's burdens hit hard, he must confront himself and start anew.
Deep Sea Mutant Snake2,022Wu YangAction, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller, Horror6.944ChineseChinaAfter his fiancé sudden death, Qin Yu is convinced Cass Corporation is somehow involved and is determined to find the truth. Booking passage on the same cruise ship as former Cass employee, Jason, Qin Yu follows him. Qin Yu hopes to secure the information he needs on Cass to be able to testify against them in court. But Qin Yu isn’t the only person on board hoping to gain intel on Cass. Desperate for a story, reporter Feng Li tails both Qin Yu and Jason, booking passage on the same cruise. Unfortunately, no one has much of a chance to gain information as the ship is suddenly attacked by giant mutant snakes. Escaping the attack, the survivors find themselves on the very island Cass Corporation has been conducting their illegal experiments. Hunted by monsters of all sorts, will any of the survivors find a way to bring Cass down and make it off the island alive?
Snipers2,022Zhang MoDrama, War6.943ChineseChinaThe story of sharpshooter Zhang Taofang, a young army recruit who at age 22 sets a record during the Korean War by reportedly killing or wounding 214 American soldiers with 435 shots in just 32 days.
A Place Called Silence2,024Sam QuahCrime, Mystery, Thriller6.942ChineseChinaChen Yutong, a girl's middle school student, was bullied at school, but her mother Li Han was unable to save her daughter from the "hell." Everyone around her turned a blind eye, and a collective silence brewed greater violence.
G for Gap2,024Long FeiDrama, Comedy, Family6.938ChineseChinaWoody, a man disheartened by setbacks in both his career and love life, chooses to return to his hometown in a bout of depression. This "sudden" return disrupts the tranquil life of his family, as he not only has to navigate close quarters with relatives but also seek out new possibilities for his future. After numerous rejections in reality, a chance encounter with his high school classmate, Feng Liuliu, leads to unexpected changes in his life.
@ in the mood for love2,001Wong Kar-WaiDocumentary6.937ChineseHong KongA documentary following Wong Kar-wai and his cast and crew through the production of his 2000 film In the Mood for Love.
Black & White: The Dawn of Assault2,012Tsai Yueh-HsunComedy, Action6.935ChineseTaiwanA policeman, who is fearless to death, can do anything for just one truth, while a gangster, who fears death the most, has drew life threats from h...
Lethal Hostage2,012Cheng ErCrime, Drama, Thriller6.933ChineseChinaProduced by Crazy Racer director Ning Hao, Lethal Hostage revolves around a drug dealer who falls in love with his hostage and decides to quit the business following one final deal.
Masked Avengers1,981Chang ChehAction, Drama6.933ChineseHong KongPhilip Kwok plays a repentant killer who vows to destroy the masked gang of which he was a member. A young fighter and his martial arts brothers come to the town to catch the killers, but one of them is not to be trusted!
Water Monster 22,021Xiang QiuliangThriller, Mystery, Horror6.929ChineseChinaForensic doctor Qing Ling travels to Sheung Shui village to look into and investigate the true events behind her brother's disappearance. The villagers are living in mortal fear of the curse of a creature known as the Water Monkey.
Dear Tenant2,020Cheng Yu-ChiehDrama6.928ChineseTaiwanA boy lives with his Grandma and Mr. Lin, the tenant who looks after him and Grandma. But when Grandma passes away, the boy's uncle returns to Taiwan and discovers that ownership of the apartment was transferred to other people.
The Duel1,971Chang ChehAction, Drama, Crime6.926ChineseHong KongTan Jen-chieh's life spins out of control when he’s forced into exile to clear his name following the murder of his adopted father. He's hunted in the streets. His lover, Butterfly, turns to prostitution. And his father's likely killer – a smooth operator known as the Rambler – is always lingering nearby. But before Tan and the Rambler can slit each other's throats, they learn they've been double-crossed and go two against everyone in a rage of double-edged vengeance.
Black Snow1,990Xie FeiDrama6.924ChineseChinaA man returns to his native Beijing after serving in a labor camp, to find that he has no family or prospects or friends. He tries to make a living, but his old underworld contacts drag him back into a life of crime.
Mr. No Problem2,017Mei FengDrama6.923ChineseChinaShot in stylish black-and-white, this three-act fable, set in wartime Chongqing, focuses on the indifferent rich, the head clerk on a farm, and some young intruders. Based on a 1943 short story, the film was directed by noted screenwriter Mei Feng.
Goldbeak2,021Dong LongAnimation, Adventure, Family6.922ChineseChinaRaised among chicken, and sheltered by his adoptive mother and sister Ratchet, little eagle Goldbeak thinks he can’t fly, or at least has been told so. Eager to be recognised and learn how to fly, Goldbeak and his sister embark on an adventure to Bird City to solve the mystery of his birth.
Love for Life2,011Gu ChangweiDrama, Romance6.922ChineseChinaSet in a small Chinese village where HIV virus is spreading rapidly as a result of illicit blood trade, Mo shu wai zhuan revolves around De Yi and Qinqin are both estranged from their respective family because of their disease and unexpectedly find love with each other by their misfortunes.
Some Like It Hot2,016Dong XuComedy6.920ChineseChinaAfter the unexpected death of his best friend, a man examines his life and finds it incredibly lonely. Inspired by an encounter with a beautiful and sexy model, he embarks with his three friends on what turns out to be a crazy (and slightly stupid) endeavor on a path towards fulfillment.
7 Days in Heaven2,010Essay LiuFamily, Drama6.920ChineseTaiwan"Seven Days in Heaven" covers the 7 days of the Taoist morning ritual after the death of Lin Guo Yuan (Po Tai). The movie examines the effects of h...
Dongji Rescue2,025Fei ZhenxiangDrama, History, War6.919ChineseChinaInspired by the real life rescue of over 300 British soldiers in 1942, Dongji Rescue is a rousing, action-packed story of heroism on the high seas. When the Japanese warship Lisbon Maru is torpedoed off the coast of Dongji Island, the lives of over 300 British POWs on board are at risk of being claimed by the sea. Their only hope is a small group of defiant Chinese fisherman who will do anything to rescue and protect them from their captors.
When Love Comes2,010Chang Tso-chiDrama, Romance6.919ChineseTaiwanLaichun, her father and two mothers, uncle and grandfather are of different generations; thus they all think differently. Father is the family head, and because he believes he must continue on the family name ends up taking two wives. His first wife also feels the same way, and so allows the second wife. Laichun feels the abyss between her and her parents and ends up getting pregnant, but hits a wall when her boyfriend does not take any responsibility. When her father is hospitalized, she begins to understand her father and two mothers. She is finally growing up.
Springtime in a Small Town2,002Tian ZhuangzhuangDrama, Romance6.919ChineseChinaIn a mansion decimated during World War II, a frustrated, bored housewife, Yuwen, is torn between caring for her ailing husband and her longing for a former sweetheart, a doctor who has come to treat her husband.
All Men Are Brothers1,975Wu MaAction, Adventure, Drama6.919ChineseHong KongBased on one of China's enduring epic novels, written in the 14th century, "All Men Are Brothers" continues the patriotic story of righteous warriors battling despotic leaders, featuring mythic characters familiar to every Chinese, and with a cast that has achieved an equally celebrated status among Shaw Brothers devotees.
My Dear Liar2,019Shen AoDrama6.918ChineseChinaIn order to treat his 6-year-old son suffering from asthma, Wu Hai's friend Zhong Zhenjiang encourages him to get deliberately acquainted with Miaomiao. She is a network anchor who is also at the bottom and determined to brew a marriage scam with ulterior motives..
Ajoomma2,022He ShumingDrama, Comedy6.917ChineseSingaporeA widow obsessed with Korean soap operas travels abroad for the first time in her life and finds more than she bargained for in Seoul.
Old Stone2,016Johnny MaDrama, Thriller6.917ChineseChinaWhen a drunken passenger causes taxi driver Lao Shi to swerve and hit a motorcyclist, he stops to help the victim. As no ambulance arrives he drives him to the hospital, but soon has to face the rules of today's Kafkaesque China. With his family and life endangered, he desperately seeks a way out.
Tiger Wolf Rabbit2,024Shubo GuoDrama, Crime6.916ChineseChinaThree parents who have lost their children are involved with each other because of a deal; they have no soul in their eyes and hatred in their hearts, and each of them, with their own purposes, set out on the road of seeking revenge for their children, and staged a bizarre and dangerous killing in the barren land.
Super Mischieves1,995Kevin ChuAction, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Thriller6.916ChineseHong KongThe Shaolin master asks his three students to find the stolen Kung Fu scroll back from a castle, which is full of monsters.
Man of Iron1,972Chang ChehAction, Drama, Crime6.916ChineseHong KongMan of Iron was positioned as something of a follow-up to Boxer From Shantung, the rise-and-fall story of Ma Yung Chen and it reunites the directors and some of the cast in a similar but much slighter tale of a lesser gangster's rise and fall in Shanghai. While the opening narration specifically recalls the events and tragic conclusion of BOXER, this one is set 20 years later in the same section of Shanghai but otherwise has nothing to do with the events or characters of the previous film.
Sherlock Holmes and the Great Escape2,019Toe YuenAnimation, Adventure, Mystery6.915ChineseHong KongIn the late 19th century, Mack, a heroic outlaw who stole from the rich to give to the poor, was loved and respected by the people, but he had long been a difficult case for the Yard. With the help of Sherlock, detective Gordon Gorilla Riller and Carlson Fox finally managed to catch Mack at his daughter Katie's birthday party. But Sherlock was then reviled by the people for arresting their hero. Four years later, Mack fights with the notorious Scarface in prison, and then climbs over the wall to escape. While tracking down Mack, Sherlock discovers Mack's heart-breaking reason behind his escape, and decides to let him fulfill his final wish before he would voluntarily surrender to the police. However, Scarface suddenly appears and kidnaps Katie. Sherlock and Watson team up with Gordon Gorilla Riller and Carlson Fox for the rescue. A battle between life and death is unfolding.
Plastic China2,017Jiuliang WangDocumentary6.915ChineseChinaThis film tells a story about an unschooled 11-year-old girl Yi-Jie, she's a truly global child who learns the world through the United Nations of Wastes while working with her YI minority parents in this recycle workshop thousand miles away from their mountain village home town
Homerun2,003Jack NeoFamily, Drama6.915ChineseMalaysiaA remake of the award-winning Iranian film Children of Heaven, Homerun is a drama about two poor siblings and their adventures over a lost pair of shoes.
Papa, Can You Hear Me Sing?1,983Yu Kan-PingDrama, Music6.915ChineseTaiwanA poor army veteran in Taiwan adopts a daughter. She grows up and leaves him to enter show business. When she becomes famous she shuns her father and friends.
The Return of the Lame Hero2,025Tong ZhijianCrime, Drama6.914ChineseChinaHiding among the gangsters is like walking on thin ice—can the fiery youth hold onto their original aspirations and prove themselves? As the wheels of time roll on, the gangsters' rampant activities and "spectacles" have faded away. Today's peace and security are our best "proof".
Stolen Life2,005Li ShaohongDrama6.914ChineseChinaWhen Yan'ni starts college she believes she is embarking on a new life away from her family, and she is, but not the new beginning she anticipates. Once at school, she immediately meets Muyu and falls in love with him. What she does not know is that from the moment he met her Muyu began an intricate deception that will lead to the loss of her child and the future she believes in.
A Borrowed Life1,995Wu Nien-jenDrama6.914ChineseTaiwanSega's children, born into post-war Chinese rule, can't relate to their father's love for Japanese culture, having grown up under Japanese rule before WWII.
Life on a String1,991Chen KaigeDrama6.914ChineseChinaA blind man's master told him that after he has broken 1000 strings on his Banjo, he can open the Banjo to get a script for his eyes. After 60 years he broke the 1000th string.
Boonie Bears: Guardian Code2,023Yongchang LinAnimation, Comedy, Science Fiction, Family, Adventure6.913ChineseChinaBriar and Bramble, who lost their mother Barbara when they were cubs, are thrown into danger when escorting a scientist, which may lead them to a family reunion.
Septet: The Story of Hong Kong2,022Ann HuiAction, Drama, History, Romance6.913ChineseChinaA seven-part anthology film exploring the history of Hong Kong from the 1940s to present day.
The Living Dead2,019Qiu ZhongweiFantasy6.913ChineseChinaNear Qishan Mountain, there is a little town called Fu Feng, which is nicknamed the "City That Never Turns Dark". There, lies a legend of the "Lit Lamp Murderer". Wen Ning arrives at Fu Feng, and he realizes the abnormality of the town; the whole town is filled only with the weak and sick; and is very run down. When the night arrives, Wen Ning purposefully lit up a lamp to attract ghost shadows. Just as he was about to capture them, a ray of blue sword light appears and the black shadow disappears. Wen Ning looks up, and sees his nephew, Lan Sizhui. Wen Ning and Lan Sizhui decides to work together and solve the mystery and capture the culprit behind the mysterious incidents.
Lost, Found2,018Lü YueDrama, Family6.913ChineseChinaLi Jie, a lawyer, is taking divorce proceedings to try to get custody of her daughter. As she is working hard to earn a better life for her daughter, she hires a baby sitter, Sun Fang, to watch her child. One day, Li comes home only to find her child and Sun have disappeared. Unfortunately, Li is suspected by both her family and the police, and must lean on herself to trace Sun alone.
Secret Goldfish2,016Bi GanDrama6.913ChineseTaiwanShot on 16mm, as part of the commercial shorts collection for the 53th Taipei Golden Horse Film Festival.
Boonie Bears: Homeward Journey2,013Fuyuan LiuComedy, Animation, Adventure6.913ChineseChinaBriar Bear, Bramble Bear & friends enjoy life in the woods when Logger Vick begins chopping down trees to get money to go home for the holidays. As Logger Vick is homesick, they hatch a plan to get Vick home in time for the holidays.
Eternal Beloved2,009Yu FeihongDrama, Romance, Fantasy6.911ChineseChinaA Jiu and A Ming, two lovers from two enemy families make a pledge to continue their forbidden love in their next life. A Jiu quickly gets reborn but her lover misses his own chance and becomes a homeless ghost. 50 years later, right before A Ming’s next change for rebirth, A Jiu finally shows up. She has become a happily married housewife and has no memory of her previous life…
Kuei-mei, a Woman1,985Chang YiDrama6.911ChineseTaiwanArriving in Taiwan in the 1950s, Kuei-mei makes a disadvantageous marriage to a widower with three unruly kids and a bad gambling habit. Beautifully portrayed by celebrated actress Yang, she weathers pregnancies, her husband's infidelity, her daughter's resentment, a stint as servant in Japan, divorce, and illness while struggling to keep the family restaurant business afloat.
Living the Land2,025Huo MengDrama, Comedy6.910ChineseChinaWith both parents working far away, ten-year-old Chuang is being raised by extended family in his home village, where thousands of years of rural tradition collide with the socio-economic changes of China in the early 1990s.
Walk the Line2,024Shubo GuoCrime, Comedy6.910ChineseChinaIn Kui Zhou, an anti-gang operation uncovers corruption as various forces target the Public Security Bureau. Amid the chaos, an unlikely duo stumbles upon a key criminal, triggering a high-stakes investigation into a web of crime and conspiracy.
Be My Family2,023Zhang DapengDrama, Comedy, Family6.910ChineseChinaIn order to claim the arrears, two laid-off workers took temporary care of Qianqian, the daughter of the debtor, but they didn't expect Qianqian to have an accident.
Winter Vacation2,011Li HongqiDrama6.910ChineseChinaAn ordinary village in Northern China, the last day of the winter vacation. Four idle, aimless adolescents gather at Zhou Zhixin's home, a friend who lives with his father, brother and nephew. Like most contemporary teenagers, these youths want to enjoy their last day of holiday and simply hang out in this place where nothing ever seems likely to happen. Their conversations are desultory and they sometimes seem to argue for argument's sake. One of them, Laowu, talks frankly with his girlfriend about how teenage love might affect their studies, while Laobao questions school's value and relevance to real life.
The Magnificent Ruffians1,979Chang ChehAction, Drama6.910ChineseHong KongVenom regulars Philip Kwok, Chiang Sheng, and Sun Chien star as a gang of unemployed martial artists who spend their days stuffing their faces at local restaurants and letting the staff beat them up instead of paying the bill. Their fortunes appear to improve when the head of a local security agency hires them to take out the competition, who their new employer insists is up to no good. But the boys are being played for fools, and after an unfortunate misunderstanding, they unite with their former adversary to take out the true villain.
The Sadness2,021Rob JabbazHorror, Thriller6.81,055ChineseTaiwanA young couple is pushed to the limits of sanity as they attempt to be reunited amid the chaos of a pandemic outbreak. The streets erupt into violence and depravity, as those infected are driven to enact the most cruel and ghastly things imaginable.
Incantation2,022Kevin KoHorror6.8803ChineseTaiwanInspired by the true story of a family who believed they were possessed by spirits. This film follows a woman who must protect her child from a curse.
Kung Fu Jungle2,014Teddy Chan Tak-SumAction, Thriller, Crime, Adventure6.8506ChineseChinaA martial arts instructor working at a police academy gets imprisoned after killing a man by accident. But when a vicious killer starts targeting martial arts masters, the instructor offers to help the police in return for his freedom.
The Warlords2,007Peter Chan Ho-SunAction, Drama, History6.8359ChineseChinaThe civil war in China has ruined many lives including General Pang's. A wounded General Pang is saved by a beautiful young woman along with two other men. Together they vow to eradicate the rebels.
Panda Plan2,024Zhang LuanAction, Comedy6.8258ChineseChinaInternational action star Jackie Chan is invited to the adoption ceremony of a rare baby panda, but after an international crime syndicate attempts to kidnap the bear, Jackie has to save the bear using his stunt work skills.
Monster's Battlefield2,021Xu ShixingScience Fiction, Action, Horror6.8194ChineseChinaThe soldier king Qin Yang's fiancée Ye Qin met with an unknown beast and died tragically. Gu Ping invites him to participate in Ye Qin's scientifi...
Ip Man: The Awakening2,021Li XijieAction, Adventure, History, Drama6.8175ChineseChinaWhen a young Master Ip stops a kidnapping, he ignites a turf war with a ruthless human-trafficking ring. In retaliation, the gang kidnaps one of Ip Man's close friends, forcing him to face the group's brutal boxing champion head-on.
Mr. Six2,015Guan HuCrime, Action, Drama6.8168ChineseChinaMany years ago Mr. Six was a notorious gangster. That was back when there was still such a thing as honour among thieves, when criminals earned respect and maintained principles. These days Mr. Six is all but forgotten, a living relic residing in a narrow alley. One day Six's son, Xiaobo, is abducted by some spoiled punks after he scratches their precious Ferrari. Mr. Six realizes that he must do whatever it takes to get his son back — even if that means returning to the life he thought he had left behind.
Goodbye, Dragon Inn2,003Tsai Ming-liangDrama6.8168ChineseTaiwanOn a dark, wet night in Taipei City, a cavernous old picture palace is about to close its doors forever. A meager audience, the remaining few staff, and perhaps even a ghost or two, watch King Hu’s wuxia classic "Dragon Inn", each haunted by memories and desires evoked by cinema itself.
Detective Chinatown2,015Chen SichengComedy, Mystery, Action, Adventure6.8150ChineseChinaAfter being rejected from the police college, a mannerly man travels to Bangkok where he and an energetic distant relative must solve a murder case.
A Legend2,024Stanley Tong Gwai-LaiAction, Adventure, Fantasy6.8148ChineseChinaAn archeologist noticed that the texture of the relics discovered during the excavation of a glacier closely resembled a jade pendant seen in one of his dreams. He and his team then embark on an expedition into the depths of the glacier.
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