Movies and TvShows featuring "chinese-opera" theme.

Farewell My Concubine tells the story of two male Peking opera performers who form a complex relationship that spans over 50 years. Their lives are deeply impacted by the political and cultural upheavals of the time, including the Japanese occupation of China, the Chinese Cultural Revolution, and their own personal struggles with gender identity and unrequited love.

Amidst political conflict and precariousness in 1930s Beiping, a wealthy businessman becomes captivated by a talented Peking opera performer.

To Live is a Chinese epic drama set during the Cultural Revolution. It follows the struggles and hardships of a family as they navigate through political turmoil, poverty, and personal tragedies. The film showcases the impact of historical events on ordinary people and emphasizes the resilience and determination to live against all odds.

In ancient China, a scholar discovers a manuscript that holds the secret to unleashing demons upon the world. He embarks on a journey to save humanity, accompanied by a monkey king and other mythical creatures. Along the way, they face challenges and dangers, including battles, magical spells, and encounters with gods and goddesses.

A Touch of Sin follows four different characters as they navigate the harsh realities of modern China, facing violence, injustice, and dehumanization. The film explores themes of corruption, inequality, and the consequences of rapid economic development.

Peking opera performer Yu Fei was kicked out by her teacher due to a mistake. Producer Bai Fei Li is looking to cast an actress with a background in Peking opera. As their paths cross, Yu Fei's powerful voice illuminates the stage. However, they lose contact due to an unfortunate death.

A Japanese father travels to China to fulfill his dying son's wish of watching a traditional Chinese opera. Along the way, he faces language barriers, cultural differences, and personal challenges as he tries to reconnect with his estranged son.

In the midst of World War Two, a Chinese opera actor named Zhang stages a fake kidnapping of a Japanese general with the help of a scoundrel named Bai and a chef named Liu. Together, they work to deceive the Japanese invaders and carry out their own secret plans.

A story of tragic romance, young love, and deception unfolds as a wealthy businessman and a spoiled socialite engage in a dangerous game of seduction and revenge.

Sidhu, a lowly cook from Chandni Chowk, dreams of becoming a famous martial artist like his idol, the legendary Chinese actor and martial artist, Liu Sheng. Fate takes him to China where he discovers his hidden potential and learns the true meaning of being a warrior.

The Eighteen Darts (Part 1) is a Chinese Opera Musical starring Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao in child roles.

During the Tang Dynasty, Emperor Xuan (Jiang Hua) fell in love with the beauty of Yang Guifei (Shang Hai Lan) is an orphan. was a famous woman in those days and also a wise man is the concubine that Hong Tae loves the most The love of the two is filled with Romance despite the big age difference Jealousy puts her in danger. They plan to kill concubine yang to death by Concubine Wu came to befriend to find an opportunity to slander Causing Yang's concubine to miscarry and ordered the army to kill Yang. But instead made the Hong Tae even more favored by her. and allowing her to participate in politics, thus giving her high political influence The emperor was wise to use capable people and with the power of concubine Yang, the Yang brothers were given their reign. Brother Concubine Yang has reached the position of general.

Wan Fei (Joey Yung) is a promising Chinese Opera singer who is secretly in love with Ho Fung (Nicholas Tse). She plans to sing for him from the stage, but, in a tragic accident, dies mid-song. Years later, Wan Fei's ghost returns, and finds that part of her spirit has been reincarnated in the form of Chor-bat (Eason Chan). Wan Fei still longs to sing her song for her lover, and, after much humorous confusion, her dream is fulfilled.

A woman works with an assassin to get revenge upon the man who murdered her family nine years earlier.

Thongdee grows up to be an unrivalled martial artist and swordsman after countless training. He puts his skills to good use by protecting his fellow countrymen from invaders.

A Taiwanese opera family spanning generations sticks together and travels around the island to earn a livelihood. On and off the traveling stage, they savor the flavors of life and experience both joys and sorrows. Fearless of hardship, they fight together with resilience, presenting the story of their remarkable lives woven with laughter and tears both on and off the stage.

A child learns martial arts in order to become a Kung Fu warrior. Features the Seven Little Fortunes, and is the debut film of Jackie Chan.

Fleeing by Night is a poignant drama that explores the forbidden love between two men in the midst of a vibrant Chinese opera troupe. As they navigate their desires and the societal pressures of 1930s China, their bond is tested by the challenges of secrecy and the disapproval of their conservative families.

A Chinese Canadian son sets out to make a film on his mother, who was once known as the first ever Chinese Opera Singer to have performed Pingju Opera in English in late 1980's China.