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On the Society File of Shanghai

1h 30m1981Wang Chu-Chin
IMDb: 5.7/10
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In Shanghai, Hai-nan, son of a Chinese official, is found stabbed on the street. But when the culprit, Li-fang, is apprehended, she refuses to reveal her motives. Meanwhile, a police officer grows suspicious of the officials’ rush to close the case. As he searches for leads in the case files, a shocking truth about Li-fang is revealed.

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What is On the Society File of Shanghai (1981) about?

In Shanghai, Hai-nan, son of a Chinese official, is found stabbed on the street. But when the culprit, Li-fang, is apprehended, she refuses to reveal her motives. Meanwhile, a police officer grows suspicious of the officials’ rush to close the case. As he searches for leads in the case files, a shocking truth about Li-fang is revealed.

Who stars in On the Society File of Shanghai?

On the Society File of Shanghai stars Lu Hsiao-Fen (Li Li-fang), Tsui Shou-ping (Wang Hai-nan), Peng Chun-hui (Shang Chi), Liu Yung-wei (Chen Chieh), Chang Fu-Mei (Li Hsiao Fang). The film was directed by Wang Chu-Chin.

How long is On the Society File of Shanghai?

On the Society File of Shanghai has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated N/A.

Is On the Society File of Shanghai worth watching?

On the Society File of Shanghai holds an IMDb rating of 5.7/10. Fans of Drama, Crime, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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