China
"Alan Ladd and twenty girls - trapped by the rapacious Japs!"
Originally released in 1943. China is a war/drama film. directed by John Farrow. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alan Ladd, Loretta Young, and William Bendix
Synopsis
Shortly before Pearl Harbor, American opportunist Jones and partner Johnny are in China to sell oil to the invading Japanese army. Cynical about the sufferings of the Chinese, Jones meets compassionate teacher Carolyn Grant while travelling cross-country to Shanghai. Sparks fly between these strong-willed characters, neither budging an inch. But when Jones witnesses a Japanese atrocity, his feelings toward his customers (and Carolyn) begin to change...
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 21, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is China about?
Shortly before Pearl Harbor, American opportunist Jones and partner Johnny are in China to sell oil to the invading Japanese army. Cynical about the sufferings of the Chinese, Jones meets compassio...
Who directed China?
China was directed by John Farrow.
How long is China?
China has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was China released?
China was released on April 21, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in China?
The main cast of China includes Alan Ladd, Loretta Young, William Bendix, Philip Ahn, Iris Wong.