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Nothing Gold Can Stay
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Nothing Gold Can Stay (2017)

8

Zhou Ying is sold to the powerful Shen family by her foster father, yet successfully escapes by sneaking into merchant Wu Ping’s palanquin. The Wu family agreed to take her in after witnessing her remarkable business acumen, and she ends up marrying Wu Ping. The drama will chronicle the life of the Qing Dynasty's richest female merchant, and her struggles to keep the Wu family business afloat during the last years of the Qing Dynasty. Shen Xingyi is a happy-go-lucky young sir who has never known hardship in his life. After meeting Zhou Ying, he eventually decides to change his ways and becomes a mature noble who is willing to protect his country and family from disaster. He has a seemingly unrequited love for Zhou Ying.

Sparrow
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Sparrow (2016)

7.1

This drama is set during the revolutionary time in Shanghai, based on a novel of the same name of Hai Fei. During the republican revolution, Chen Shen is a secret agent under Special Operations Executive Director Bi Zhongliang, among the agents called “sparrow” (similar to the program “zero” in Japan)

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Inspiring Generation
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Inspiring Generation (2014)

7.5

Based in the 1930's of Shanghai, China, this drama is a story about love, friendship, patriotism and desire. Shin Jung Tae (Kim Hyun Joong) is an outrageous and clumsy man, but has an unconditional love for his country and family. He was known as the best fighter in the alleys of Shanghai.

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Shanghai Bund
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Shanghai Bund (2007)

7.2

Shanghai Bund is a 2007 Chinese television series and a remake of the 1980 Hong Kong television series The Bund produced by TVB. Directed by Gao Xixi, the series starred Huang Xiaoming, Betty Sun, Li Xuejian and Huang Haibo in the lead roles.

Love Yourself
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Love Yourself (2020)

7.4

Television reporter Sun Yihe, corporate manager Ren Ran, the optimistic Dingding and single mother Xue Kairui are all on the cusp of turning thirty and have reached career bottlenecks. Their love lives don’t go too smoothly either, as all sorts of conflicts and problems start to surface when they begin dating.

Women on the Breadfruit Tree
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Women on the Breadfruit Tree (2015)

1.8

The story of three childhood friends as they navigate through early adulthood together in the city of Shanghai. Three different women, three different love stories – together they grow as individuals through their experiences in love and in sorrow.

Glittering Days
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Glittering Days (2006)

6.1

Back in the days when there was no television, people would visit lounges to watch singers perform. Gam Yin is a semi-retired singer who now manages talent and tries to set them up with more places to perform. Unfortunately, fate has brought her in conflict with Ling Fung, a well-known but arrogant singer in Shanghai. Ling Fung hails from a small village and has worked his way up to stardom. His childhood friend Chu Yuk-Lan has had a crush on him since they were young. These characters' lives intertwine when Ling Fung experiences a reverse of fortune and Yuk-Lan quickly achieves fame.

The Meg
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The Meg(2018)

5.7
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PG_13
113Minutes

A group of scientists at an underwater research facility off the coast of China encounter a 75-foot-long prehistoric monster shark called a Megalodon. They enlist the help of Jonas Taylor, an experienced diver, to rescue their stranded crew members. As they track and poison the shark, they discover it is smaller and younger than the one they've been hunting. They face intense confrontations with the shark, resulting in sacrifices and deaths. Ultimately, they succeed in killing the shark and celebrate their victory, ensuring the safety of the oceans.

Eighteen Springs
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Eighteen Springs (2003)

7.3

Eighteen Springs (also known as Affair of Half a Lifetime) is a 2003 drama-romance TV series based on the novel of the same name by Chinese author Eileen Chang. The series stars Ruby Lin, Patrick Tam, Jiang Qinqin and Li Liqun. It had the most simultaneous broadcasts on China cable/satellite TVs during 2004. The series was filmed in Shanghai and Taiwan.

Detective L
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Detective L (2019)

7.5

Shanghai in 30s: An intriguing crime case emerges amidst the bustling city. A beautiful new graduate of police academy, Qin Xiaoman, joins the investigation unit. The famous detective Luo Fei becomes her colleague and neighbour.

Kung Fu Hustle
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Kung Fu Hustle(2004)

7.7
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R
99Minutes

In 1940s Shanghai, a wannabe gangster tries to join the Axe Gang, while residents of a housing complex exhibit extraordinary powers to defend themselves. Turmoil ensues when a pair of troublemakers impersonate Axe Gang members, leading to a massive brawl. The wannabe gangster and his friend narrowly escape and attempt to join the gang by committing a murder, but fail comically. As tensions escalate, the Axe Gang hires skilled assassins to attack the housing complex. However, the residents, including the landlords who are kung fu masters, intervene. Sing, the wannabe gangster, goes through a transformation and unleashes his hidden kung fu skills to protect the residents from the Axe Gang and the assassins. In the end, Sing and his friend open a candy store, and Sing is reunited with the mute girl from his childhood.

Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom
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Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom(1984)

7.5
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PG
118Minutes

In 1935, Indiana Jones is tasked by Indian villagers with reclaiming a rock stolen from them by a secret cult beneath the catacombs of an ancient palace. Alongside his companions, Willie and Short Round, Indy embarks on a dangerous journey to Pankot Palace, where they discover the cult's sinister rituals and enslaved children. With the power of five united stones at stake, Indy must thwart the cult's plans and rescue the hostages. In a final battle, Indiana invokes the name of Shiva and defeats the cult leader, Mola Ram, saving the day and returning the sacred stone to the villagers.

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shanghai, china

Explore a curated list of movies and TV shows that showcase the vibrant and captivating city of Shanghai, China. From thrilling action flicks set against the backdrop of the bustling metropolis to dramatic tales of love and redemption, these films and series capture the essence of Shanghai's unique blend of tradition and modernity. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets, stunning skyline, and rich culture of this iconic city through these captivating stories.

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