5 Chinese Films To Watch This Cozy Autumn
The autumn season has officially dawned upon us. With the weather getting chillier, we just want to kick back at home and relax. While keeping warm and cozy at home, you may be in the mood to binge watch something. If dramas are too much of a time commitment, why not check out some Chinese films? From romantic comedies, mystery, fantasy, and slice-of-life, there’s a little something for everyone. Check out our list of Chinese movie recommendations that you should add to your watch-list today.
“Forever Young”
First on our list is the romantic comedy film “Forever Young” starring Li Yi Feng and Zhang Hui Wen. The two stars play Xu Nuo and Yan Xi, a popular campus couple at a performing arts college. Both work hard to achieve their dreams: Xu Nuo hopes to get his band signed with a music label, and Yan Xi dreams of going to ballet school in Paris. Things don’t go according to plan when Yan Yi fails to get accepted to her dream ballet school and also injures her leg. Left with one month before her dance performance for the school’s graduation party, Yan Xi is left in a dire situation, but Xu Nuo hatches a secret plan to help his girlfriend.
“Forever Young” is a fun movie with a sweet story about following your dreams, friendship, loyalty, sacrifice, and love. It’s an easy-to-watch film that will bring you plenty of laughter and tears while also making you reminisce your youthful days. If you’re a fan of Li Yi Feng, you’ll definitely fall for his character Xu Nuo with his devoted love and empathy towards Yan Xi. He is totally boyfriend goals!
“Detective Chinatown”
If you’re looking for a comedy-mystery buddy film, then you should check out the “Detective Chinatown” film series starring Liu Hao Ran and Wang Bao Qiang. The story follows Qin Feng (Liu Hao Ran) a mystery enthusiast who fails to get accepted into the police academy. He ends up going on vacation to Bangkok and meets with his distant cousin Tang Ren (Wang Bao Qiang) who is supposedly known as the top detective of Chinatown. Much to his dismay, Qin Feng soon finds out his relative is just a petty swindler and underling to a local incompetent police sergeant. However, Tang Ren gets caught up in a murder case and ends up being a prime suspect. A reluctant Qin Feng ends up on the run with Tang Ren while trying to solve the murder mystery.
The hugely popular film series has already spawned two sequels with “Detective Chinatown 2” set in New York and “Detective Chinatown 3” set in Tokyo where you can follow the hilarious duo solving mysterious crimes around the globe. You’ll get plenty of laughter from the very start with all the quirky characters along with a great mix of suspense and thrills that keep you fully invested in the entire film series. It’s a definite must watch!
“Jade Dynasty”
If you’re in the mood for a fantasy action film, check out “Jade Dynasty.” The story follows Zhang Xiao Fan (Xiao Zhan), a kindhearted young boy who is a survivor of a village massacre. He is taken in by the Qingyun Sect as a disciple and begins his journey of cultivation by learning martial arts from three different masters. At the same time, he also experiences a complicated relationship with three women: Tian Ling Er (Tang Yi Xin), Qingyun sect’s leader’s daughter; Lu Xueqi (Li Qin), the chief pupil of the Daoist master Shuiyue; and the mysterious Bi Yao (Meng Mei Qi). The film is an adaptation of the novel of the same name by author Xiao Ding, and it also has a hugely popular drama adaptation called “The Legend of Chusen” that aired in 2016.
“Jade Dynasty” is definitely a visual treat for the eyes with its beautiful cinematography, and the lead actors are exceptional eye candy. It’s a great blend of action, an interesting story, and characters that will surely keep your eyes glued to the screen. Xiao Zhan shot to fame after starring in the 2019 monster hit drama “The Untamed,” and it came as no surprise that “Jade Dynasty” was released shortly after. It’s also Xiao Zhan’s first leading role in a film, and many fans praised his portrayal of his naive and sincere character. The movie was a box office hit both domestically and in Thailand and earned 142 million yuan (approximately $22.2 million) on its opening day. Read More…
