Mr. Wu

The film tells the story of Mr. Wu, a wealthy Chinese businessman who has arranged for his son, Johnny, to marry the daughter of a rival family. However, Johnny has fallen in love with Nang Ping, a geisha. Mr. Wu, enraged by his son's defiance and the perceived insult to his family honor, takes drastic action.

Upon its release, 'Mr. Wu' was noted for its dramatic intensity and the performance of Anna May Wong. It was a significant film for its time in its portrayal of East Asian characters, though modern interpretations acknowledge the problematic stereotypes present in the narrative.

• Praised for its melodrama and Anna May Wong's powerful performance.

• Considered a notable film in early Hollywood's depiction of Asian characters.

• Criticized in retrospect for its perpetuation of racial stereotypes.

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Anna May Wong, who played the dual role of Nang Ping and Nang Yen, was the first major Chinese-American movie star and was given top billing in this film, a rare occurrence for an Asian actor in Hollywood at that time.