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Fate in Tears and Laughter

19321h 9mShichuan Zhang

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In 1920s Beijing, a young student named Fan Jiashu falls in love with Shen Fengxi, a talented but poor street singer. Their romance is tested by class differences and the unwanted attention of a powerful warlord. Torn between three women from vastly different backgrounds, Fan becomes trapped in a tragic web of love, fate, and social pressure.

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What is Fate in Tears and Laughter (1932) about?

In 1920s Beijing, a young student named Fan Jiashu falls in love with Shen Fengxi, a talented but poor street singer. Their romance is tested by class differences and the unwanted attention of a powerful warlord. Torn between three women from vastly different backgrounds, Fan becomes trapped in a tragic web of love, fate, and social pressure.

Who stars in Fate in Tears and Laughter?

Fate in Tears and Laughter stars Xiaoqiu Zheng (樊家树), Butterfly Wu (沈凤喜), Xianzhai Wang, Jianong Gong, Ying Xiao. The film was directed by Shichuan Zhang.

How long is Fate in Tears and Laughter?

Fate in Tears and Laughter has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1932.

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