Great Wall, My Love
Great Wall, My Love

Great Wall, My Love

2011Movie99 minMandarin

Chun, 28, Taiwanese, goes on a conflict-packed search journey with her Chinese guide, Ming, to find her father's long-lost first love, XiuQian, in China. Chun's father had promised XiuQian 60 years ago that he'd definitely come back to marry her. But not until recently, Taiwan and China were hostile to each other, he was never able to fulfill his promise. Chun and Ming grew up on two sides of the Taiwan Strait and were brought up with different values. They don't hesitate to cut each other down to size. Their turbulent romance unfolds in tears, laughter and a clash of values. The love story of two generations, across the Taiwan Strait, told with touching drama and biting comedy, is a poignant and entertaining road movie.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ye LiuGenres: Drama, History, Romance

Plot Summary

In the tumultuous early 20th century, a young woman from a wealthy family embarks on a journey of self-discovery and resilience. Amidst societal upheaval and personal tragedy, she finds unexpected strength and love, navigating the complexities of tradition and modernity. The film explores themes of survival, identity, and the enduring power of human connection.

Critical Reception

Great Wall, My Love received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its historical setting and emotional depth, while others found its pacing and narrative somewhat uneven. Audience reactions were similarly varied, with many appreciating the performances and the poignant story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative portrayal of a historical period.
  • Applauded for the lead actress's compelling performance.
  • Some noted a slow pace in parts of the narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on a novel by Tie Ning, a prominent contemporary Chinese author.

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haaitje

The thorny problem of China-Taiwan reunification beats mildly below the surface of love-left-behind heartwarmer Great Wall My Love 追愛 (2011), ironically co-produced by the same Mainland company (Jiuzhou Audio-Video Publishing Corporation 九洲...