Midnight
Originally released in 1981. Midnight is a drama film. directed by Sang Hu. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Li Rentang, Qiao Qi, and Han Fei
Synopsis
In 1930's Shanghai, Wu Sunpu, chief executive of the Shanghai Yuhua Silk Company, faces many struggles: with plant workers, with strikers, others in his industry, and most of all with bourgeois comprador Zhao Botao. Capitalists and other figures in Shanghai's industrial and commercial community come and go. The strategy finally comes down between Wu and Zhao. Zhao plans to take over Wu Sunpu's plant with support from Americans. Wu faces a choice of surrender to Zhao or bankruptcy. He considers suicide, but decides to go on vacation with his wife on Mount Lushan. When they leave Shanghai at midnight, Wu paces the deck of the ship, reviewing his life and fate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 30m
150 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midnight about?
In 1930's Shanghai, Wu Sunpu, chief executive of the Shanghai Yuhua Silk Company, faces many struggles: with plant workers, with strikers, others in his industry, and most of all with bourgeois com...
Who directed Midnight?
Midnight was directed by Sang Hu.
How long is Midnight?
Midnight has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was Midnight released?
Midnight was released on January 1, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Midnight?
The main cast of Midnight includes Li Rentang, Qiao Qi, Han Fei, Gu Yelu.