Shadow Magic
Shadow Magic (2000) is a history drama, directed by Ann Hu. It stars Jared Harris and Xia Yu. The 116-minute film holds an audience score of 5.9/10.
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What Shadow Magic Is About
Beijing, 1902: an enterprising young portrait photographer named Liu Jinglun, keen on new technology, befriends a newly-arrived Englishman who's brought projector, camera, and Lumière-brothers' shorts to open the Shadow Magic theater. Liu's work with Wallace brings him conflict with tradition and his father's authority, complicated by his falling in love with Ling, daughter of Lord Tan, star of Beijing's traditional opera. Liu sees movies as his chance to become wealthy and worthy of Ling. When the Shadow Magic pair are invited to show the films to the Empress Dowager, things look good. But, is disaster in the script? And, can movies preserve tradition even as they bring change?
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What is Shadow Magic about?
Beijing, 1902: an enterprising young portrait photographer named Liu Jinglun, keen on new technology, befriends a newly-arrived Englishman who's brought projector, camera, and Lumière-brothers' shorts to open the Shadow Magic theater. Liu's work with Wallace brings him conflict with tradition and his father's authority, complicated by his falling in love with Ling, daughter of Lord Tan, star of Beijing's traditional opera.
Where can I watch Shadow Magic?
Shadow Magic is available to watch on digital platforms such as Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Shadow Magic?
Shadow Magic runs for 116 minutes (1h 56m).
When did Shadow Magic come out?
Shadow Magic was released in 2000.
Who directed Shadow Magic?
Shadow Magic was directed by Ann Hu.
Who stars in Shadow Magic?
Shadow Magic stars Jared Harris, Xia Yu, Liu Peiqi, Lü Liping.
What is Shadow Magic's rating?
Shadow Magic holds 7.1/10 on IMDb and 5.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.
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