A City of Sadness
悲情城市
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About
The story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987.
Cast
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
as Wen-Ching
Hsin Shu-Fen
as Wu Kuan Mei / Hinome
Chan Chung-Yung
as Wen-Heung
Jack Kao
as Wen Leung
Tai Bo
as Ah Jia
Li Tian-Lu
as Ah Lu
Grace Chen
as Meidai
Wu Nien-jen
as Mr. Wu
Tsai Chen-nan
as Singer
King Shih-chieh
as Mr. Huang
Su-Yun Ko
as Sister-in-law
Wou Yi Fang
as Wu Kuan Rong / Hinoiei
Chi-Ying Kao
as Shopkeeper
Ho Ai-Yun
as Concubine
Huang Chien-ru
as Ah Xue
Lih-Ching Lin
as Sister-in-law
Ching Lu
as Wu's Father
Ikuyo Nakamura
as Shizuko Ogawa
Mei Fang
as Wu's Mother
Ta-chuen Chang
as Reporter He
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Stream A City of Sadness online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated drama and history movie originally produced in Chinese and released in 1989, it's earned a solid 7.5/10 from 152 viewers worldwide.
About A City of Sadness
The story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987. Running 158 minutes.
A City of Sadness Cast and Characters
The cast features Tony Leung Chiu-wai (as Wen-Ching), Hsin Shu-Fen (as Wu Kuan Mei / Hinome), Chan Chung-Yung (as Wen-Heung), Jack Kao (as Wen Leung), and Tai Bo (as Ah Jia). Their performances are a major reason A City of Sadness has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason A City of Sadness keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy Chinese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch A City of Sadness online for free?
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How long is A City of Sadness?
A City of Sadness runs for 158 minutes (about 2.6 hours).
Is A City of Sadness good? What's the rating?
A City of Sadness holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 152 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of A City of Sadness?
The main cast includes Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Hsin Shu-Fen, Chan Chung-Yung, and Jack Kao, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is A City of Sadness available in Chinese?
Yes — A City of Sadness was originally produced in Chinese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was A City of Sadness released?
A City of Sadness was released in 1989.
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Where can I watch A City of Sadness for free?
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What is A City of Sadness about?
A City of Sadness is a Drama/History film. The story of a family embroiled in the "White Terror," the Kuomintang government's anti-communist political repression that was wrought on the Taiwanese people from 1947-1987.
When was A City of Sadness released?
A City of Sadness was released on October 21, 1989. It has a runtime of 2h 38m. The film was produced by ERA International.
Who stars in A City of Sadness?
A City of Sadness stars Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Hsin Shu-Fen, Chan Chung-Yung and Jack Kao. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is A City of Sadness available in HD?
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