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THEME EXPLORATION

Chinese patriotism

12 films · 2 directors

Tracing the thread…

FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS
Raise the Red Lantern
Raise the Red Lantern
1991 · Zhang Yimou
The Founding of an Army
The Founding of an Army
2017 · Andrew Lau Wai-Keung
Still Life
Still Life
2006 · Jia Zhangke
Senso
Senso
1954 · Luchino Visconti
Henry V
Henry V
1989 · —
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor
2008 · Rob Cohen
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters
1985 · Paul Schrader
America
America
1924 · D.W. Griffith
Chung Kuo Cina
Chung Kuo Cina
1972 · Michelangelo Antonioni
The Blue Eagle
The Blue Eagle
1926 · John Ford
The Human Condition III: A Soldier's Prayer
The Human Condition III: A Soldier's Prayer
1961 · Masaki Kobayashi
The Most Beautiful
The Most Beautiful
1944 · Akira Kurosawa
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Chen Kaige → China

His films like 'Farewell My Concubine' and 'The Promise' explore Chinese history, identity, and cultural pride through epic narratives.

Zhang Yimou → China

Known for grand historical epics such as 'Hero' and 'Raise the Red Lantern' that celebrate Chinese culture, sacrifice, and national resilience.

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