Lord of Shanghai

Synopsis

Lord of Shanghai, also known as 上海王, is a 2017 Chinese crime drama film featuring Hu Jun in the lead role. Set in the tumultuous era of early 20th century Shanghai, the movie follows the rise of a powerful and ambitious mob boss who navigates through the city's dangerous underworld to establish his dominance. As he strives to conquer the criminal empire, he faces betrayal, rivalry, and personal sacrifices that shape his ruthless journey to becoming the ultimate Lord of Shanghai. With stunning visuals, intense action sequences, and gripping storytelling, this film offers a compelling depiction of power, loyalty, and the dark side of ambition.

Cast

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  Hu Jun

  Shang Lixiong

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  Yu Nan

  Cassia

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  Rhydian Vaughan

  Yu Qiyang

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  Qin Hao

  Huang Peiyu

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  Liu Peiqi

  Commander Song Shoujiu

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  Bai Ling

  Madame Xin

Reviews

Lord of Shanghai has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some praise its intricate portrayal of the noir atmosphere of 1930s Shanghai and Hu Jun's captivating performance, others critique its pacing and lack of character development. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a rating of 6.5/10, with critics commending its visual style but noting a lack of emotional depth. IMDb rates it at 6.8/10, indicating a generally positive reception from audiences. Metacritic offers a more critical perspective with a score of 55/100, highlighting the film's uneven narrative and inconsistent tone. Overall, Lord of Shanghai showcases ambition and style, but falls short on substance and character arcs.