The Children of Huang Shi(2008)- User Reviews

the movie is based on the real life story.Pretty much everything in the movie is what happened in the real life.Except the fact how he got injured.But I do not want to spoil with details.Movie is def one of my favorites.more»

ther last half hour was a little bit boring. Of curse, the end was predictable but save the movie from a minus B. A very good story, great war scenes (both of them) great views, cool acting, with the exception of Jonathan, who thaught he still Henry VIII …more»

The Children of Huang Shi starts off looking like a Peoples Republic of China propaganda movie. The evil Japanese and Nationalist Chinese creating havoc with children! Here comes comrade Chow Yun Fat to save the day. Lee is an american who has come …more»

One of the best movies I saw this year. It’s not big production by touching indeed. The subtle hint from the movie reveals that WWII really started in 1937 when Japan invaded China. Chow Yun-Fat as the communist freedom fighter is refreshing to see. It …more»

This was a beautifully made, heartwarming drama. Every minute was perfect. The fact that it is based on a true story is all the more remarkable.more»

Wow! A knockout! At our mall we sometimes get independent films in and I usually try to catch them if I have the money, ($5 instead of $1.50). This runs circles around most major films too!

The poster and name just like turns off the desire to see it. …more»

A nice moive that, for once, didn't reference Christianity as to saving "them". They didn't play up stupid love subplots or anything like that.more»

Beautiful scenery. Historical details we all need to know. A bit long, but needs to be in order to tell the story. Recommend it. Not for children.more»

I was very confused as to what season it was in this movie. The viewer saw CG sunflowers and tomatoes growing in one frame, then the actors' breath during a frigid time (apparently), then back to the tomatoes and sunflowers, then wearing heavy coats, …more»

Swooning at the majestic landscapes may have been enough but the story is gripping and overshadows Lee's "Lust, Caution" contextualizing China during WWII better. To single out one actor would be unfair because the entire cast is superb, …more»