China White 1989
What is China White?
China White is a 1989 film directed by Ronny Yu. The movie belongs to the crime, drama, thriller, and romance genres.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 4, 1989
- Original language
- CN
- Origin
- Hong Kong
- Studios
- Curb/Esquire Entertainment, Fu Ngai Film Production Ltd.
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.6/10 from 14 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Curb/Esquire Entertainment, Fu Ngai Film Production Ltd.
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China White is a 1989 film directed by Ronny Yu. The movie belongs to the crime, drama, thriller, and romance genres. It has a runtime of one hour and forty-four minutes and was released in Hong Kong on April 11, 1989. The film features a cast that includes Russell Wong, Steven Vincent Leigh, Lisa Schrage, and Billy Drago. The story is set in Amsterdam during a time before the legalization of certain drugs and the subsequent growth of competition on the market. The plot centers on a war between the Italian and Chinese mafia for control of the heroin market. Additional background details, box-office figures, ratings, and specific character arcs beyond the core premise are not provided in the available records. The production stands as a notable entry within the crime and thriller genres from the late nineteen-eighties, capturing international criminal syndicate conflicts on screen.
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“A gripping exploration of crime and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is China White worth watching?
China White holds a community rating of 6.6/10 based on 14 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie China White and when was it released?
China White is a feature film with a runtime of 104 minutes. It was released in 1989. Release status: Released.
Who directed China White?
China White was directed by Ronny Yu.
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