Cast: Fan Wei

Top movies, series, and documentaries starring Fan Wei. Uncover the most acclaimed works, loved by fans and praised by critics.


City of Life and Death

2009 · Movie · 132 min. · China

Direction Lu Chuan

Cast Ye Liu · Gao Yuanyuan · Hideo Nakaizumi · Fan Wei

Synopsis City of Life and Death (2009) is set in 1937, during the grim period when Japanese forces invaded China's provisional capital, an event infamous as "The Rape of Nanjing." The film employs a stark black-and-white cinematography with wide-angle lenses to...

7.4

10K votes

7.4

10K votes

Back to 1942

2012 · Movie · 145 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Tim Robbins · Adrien Brody · Chen Daoming · Xu Fan

Synopsis Back to 1942 (2012) unfolds a grim narrative set against the backdrop of a devastating drought that ravages central China's Henan province in 1942. This period coincides with the ongoing conflict against Japan, exacerbating the already dire conditions faced by...

6.8

213 votes

6.8

213 votes

The Founding of a Party

2011 · Movie · 140 min. · China

Direction Han Sanping · Huang Jianxin

Cast Guo Tao · John Woo · Andy Lau · Fan Wei

Synopsis The Founding of a Party (2011) delves into the pivotal moments and significant figures that shaped the establishment of the Chinese Communist Party. The film meticulously traces the historical journey, highlighting key events and personalities that contributed to the formation...

6.4

21 votes

6.4

21 votes

A World Without Thieves

2004 · Movie · 113 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Andy Lau · Rene Liu · Ge You · Wang Baoqiang

Synopsis A World Without Thieves (2004) follows a pair of skilled con artists, played by Andy Lau and Rene Liu, who embark on a journey westward after successfully swindling a wealthy businessman out of his BMW. Their path crosses with a...

6.3

81 votes

6.3

81 votes

One Second

2020 · Movie · 104 min. · China

Direction Zhang Yimou

Cast Yi Zhang · Fan Wei · Li Xiaochuan · Yu Ailei

Synopsis One Second (2020) follows a convict who is dispatched to a labor camp in the barren northwest region of China during the tumultuous Cultural Revolution. Driven by a singular goal—to catch a glimpse of his daughter in a newsreel—he cleverly...

6.3

680 votes

6.3

680 votes

If You Are the One

2008 · Movie · 130 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Ge You · Shu Qi · Alex Fong · Xiao Che

Synopsis If You Are the One (2008) follows the story of Qin Fen, a quirky and sincere bachelor who invents unique gadgets. He crosses paths with a young woman known as Smiley, who is grappling with the heartache of her boyfriend's...

6.2

32 votes

6.2

32 votes

I Am Not Madame Bovary

2016 · Movie · 128 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Fan Bingbing · Da Peng · Fan Wei · Guo Tao

Synopsis I Am Not Madame Bovary (2016) follows the journey of a woman who, after being deceived by her former spouse, embarks on a determined quest to challenge the intricacies of the Chinese legal system.

6.1

790 votes

6.1

790 votes

5.1

83 votes

Air Strike

2018 · Movie · 96 min. · China

Direction Xiao Feng

Cast Bruce Willis · Ye Liu · Adrien Brody · Fan Bingbing

Synopsis Air Strike (2018) is a heart-pounding war epic starring Bruce Willis, focusing on the bravery of China's people during World War II. The narrative follows a U.S. Army colonel (Willis) as he mentors Chinese pilots to confront Japanese forces. A...

2.8

348 votes

2.8

348 votes

Showtime

2010 · Movie · 100 min. · China

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The Road

2006 · Movie · 114 min. · China

Direction Zhang Jiarui

Cast Fan Wei · Nie Yuan · Zhang Jingchu

Synopsis The Road (2006) follows the journey of Li Chunfen, a young and innocent girl working on a bus in the remote mountains of China. She diligently assists passengers and enthusiastically promotes the ideals of the Communist Party. Li finds solace...

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Two Tigers

2019 · Movie · China

Direction Li Fei

Cast Ge You · Zhao Wei · Qiao Shan · Fan Wei

Synopsis Two Tigers (2019) follows the chaotic journey of an inept young man, Fang Nan, who attempts to kidnap a wealthy businessman, Zhang Chenggong, for a ransom. However, the tables turn when Zhang takes control of the situation and compels Fang...

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Personal Tailor

2013 · Movie · 118 min. · China

Direction Feng Xiaogang

Cast Jackie Chan · Fan Wei · Bai Baihe · Li Xiaolu

Synopsis Personal Tailor (2013) follows a talented ensemble of performers who operate a unique enterprise, dedicated to bringing people's wildest dreams to life. This intriguing film serves as a spiritual successor to Feng's acclaimed 1997 film, The Dream Factory, which was...

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She's Got No Name

2024 · Movie · 150 min. · China

Direction Peter Chan

Cast Zhang Ziyi · Zhao Liying · Yang Mi · Lei Jiayin

Synopsis She's Got No Name (2024) delves into the enigmatic world of one of China's most notorious unsolved murder mysteries. Set in a lively alleyway during the Japanese occupation of Shanghai in the 1940s, the narrative revolves around Zhan-Zhou, portrayed by...

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Dragon Blade

2017 · Movie · 96 min. · China

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Someone to Talk To

2016 · Movie · 107 min. · China

Direction Liu Yulin

Cast Mao Hai · Li Qian · Pei Liu · Li Nuonuo

Synopsis Someone to Talk To (2016) follows the intertwined lives of Aiguo, a cobbler, and his older sister, Aixiang, a street food vendor, as they navigate the complexities of relationships and communication. Aiguo finds himself at odds with his wife, while...

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Guns and Roses

2012 · Movie · 110 min. · China

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Mr. No Problem

2016 · Movie · 144 min. · China

Direction Mei Feng

Cast Fan Wei · Tao Yin · Yihong Shi · Juck Zhang

Synopsis Mr. No Problem (2016) unfolds in a captivating black-and-white aesthetic, presenting a three-part tale set amidst the tumult of wartime Chongqing. The narrative weaves together the lives of the apathetic elite, a diligent farm overseer, and a group of youthful...

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Hei chi hei

1972 · Movie · 91 min. · Hong Kong

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My People, My Homeland

2020 · Movie · 153 min. · China

Direction Ning Hao · Chen Sicheng · Deng Chao · Peng Damo

Cast Huang Bo · Ge You · Fan Wei · Deng Chao

Synopsis My People, My Homeland (2020) takes viewers on a journey through the diverse landscapes of rural China, where distinct individuals and communities uncover the essence of their local identities. The film delves into the unique traditions, customs, and challenges faced...

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