The Opium War

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Released June 09, 1997

Overview

The story of the Opium War between China, in the waning days of the Qing Dynasty, and the British Empire, in the 1830s, and the subsequent takeover of Hong Kong by Britain; through the eyes of the key figures, fiercely nationalistic Lin Zexu, and opportunistic British naval diplomat Charles Elliot.

Runtime

2h 33m


Budget

$15,000,000


Origin Country

China


Original Language

Chinese


Original Title

鸦片战争


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Spain
  • United Kingdom
  • China

Spoken Languages

  • 普通话 (Mandarin)
  • Deutsch (German)
  • English

Production Companies

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    Emei Film Studio

    China

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    Araba Films

    China

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    Danehip Entertainment

    China

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    United International Film Group

    China

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