Chusheng Cai

When the Japanese army takes over a Chinese village, two brothers from a poor family take different paths to protect their country.

Anthology film containing shorts by 8 Lianhua Studios directors showing off various cinematic styles with a linked patriotic theme.

Based on the life of actress Ai Xia, who committed suicide in Shanghai in 1934 (imdb)

The story is about a fisherman's family living near to Shanghai. In the beginning, twin babies are born, a boy and a girl. Their growing-up is briefly sketched, and their friendship with "young master", a boy from rich family about their age. (imdb)

Set during the Orphan Island period of Shanghai, the film follows a group of revolutionary patriots-cum-assassins who finally earn the support of the suffering public. 'We're all Chinese,' so they repeatedly chant. (letterboxd)

Pink Dream tells the story of a young novelist who is supported by a loving and hard-working wife. The novelist, however, is drawn to the decadent life of a socialite who introduces him to the dance halls that dot Shanghai. As the film progresses, the novelist soon learns of the emptiness of this urban existence and rejects it as a "pink dream." (KG)