The Shanghai Drama
A Russian emigrant sings in a Shanghai nightclub under the assumed name of Kay Murphy. All she dreams of is a peaceful life with her daughter Vera. But this is only a pipe dream as she has been forced by her former lover Ivan to work for a secret criminal organization, "The Black Dragon". Vera, who studies in a Hong Kong boarding-school, knows nothing about her mother's past. When Ivan, who is also Vera's father, resurfaces and blackmails Kay, the young woman is determined to fight back...
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Drame de Shanghaï |
| Year | 1938 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | G.W. Pabst |
| Runtime | 95 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.4/10 (7 votes) |
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The Shanghai Drama has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.4/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1938. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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