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The Children of Huang Shi

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The Children of Huang Shi (2008)

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Reviews Counted: 4 Fresh: 1  Rotten:3 Average Rating: N/A
Runtime: 2 hrs 5 mins
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Based on real events, The Children of Huang Shi is a story set against war-torn China in the 1930’s. The film centers on a young English journalist (JONATHAN RHYS MEYERS), an American nurse (RADHA MITCHELL) and the leader of a Chinese parti- san group (CHOW YUN FAT) who meet in desperate and... [More]
Based on real events, The Children of Huang Shi is a story set against war-torn China in the 1930’s. The film centers on a young English journalist (JONATHAN RHYS MEYERS), an American nurse (RADHA MITCHELL) and the leader of a Chinese parti- san group (CHOW YUN FAT) who meet in desperate and unexpected circumstances. Together they rescue 60-orphaned, children leading them on an extraordinary journey, across hundreds of miles of treacherous terrain, through snow-covered mountains and an unforgiving desert. Along the way they discover the true meaning of love, responsibility and courage. --© Sony Pictures Classics [Less]

Genre: Dramas

Starring: Michelle Yeoh, Radha Mitchell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers

Director: Roger Spottiswoode

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If it doesn't get your heart pounding with the thrill of cinematic discovery, that's OK%u2014old-style craftsmanship like this is a heartwarming curio in this day and age.

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05/14/08 10:18 AM
Lewis Beale
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Develops engagement only by the inspirational value of the historical subject--not by the artificiality of the presentation.

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05/09/08 12:05 PM
Jules Brenner
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Director Roger Spottiswoode’s skills for physical production outpace his ability to generate vitality and bring out the best in his actors.

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05/05/08 10:32 AM
Robert Koehler
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Breathtaking photography, but Hollywood's view of history as usual, no matter where on the planet, as mere backdrop for the personal lives of glamorous white people. Casablanca meets the white man's burden, and doesn't amount to a hill of beans.

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05/16/08 07:24 PM
Prairie Miller
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