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What is Shanghai Blues about?

In 1937 Shanghai, a soldier and a young woman have an awkward meet-cute in darkness under a bridge as they seek refuge during a bomb raid. Ten years later, the soldier, now a burgeoning songwriter and tuba-player in a marching band, is back in town desperately searching for his would-be soulmate. As fate would have it they end up living in the same building unbeknownst to each other. Through a series of mishaps, he mistakes her new ingénue roommate for his love interest and wacky love triangle hijinks ensue.

When was Shanghai Blues released?

Shanghai Blues was released on 11 October 1984.

How long is Shanghai Blues?

Shanghai Blues runs 1h 43m.

Who made Shanghai Blues?

Shanghai Blues was directed by Tsui Hark.

Where can I watch Shanghai Blues?

Shanghai Blues is available on Criterion Channel, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel and Kanopy.