The Opium War Epic

This film (drama)Also known as鸦片战争演义，is aMainland ChinaProducerbeauty live，At1997Released in year 。The dialogue language isMandarin Chinese，Current Douban rating8.1(For reference only)。

"The Opium War Epic" is not only a historical panorama but also a spiritual history of the Chinese nation reflecting painfully on modern historical upheavals and re-examining the world. The entire play is set against the grand backdrop of the Opium War, depicting Lin Zexu, Emperor Daoguang, and dozens of vivid artistic figures, representing a grand portrayal of society during the late Qing Dynasty. The film incisively exposes the corruption and incompetence of the Qing government while praising the patriotic spirit of the Chinese nation that vowed to resist imperialism and invasion. The play features intense chapters of resistance as well as intertwining love stories. Through various character clashes and conflicts, it reveals the reasons behind China's defeat in the Opium War.