Shanghai Dreams
2005, Chinese. Directed by Wang Xiaoshuai.
In 1980s China, the country is beginning to reform and workers who had been moved with their families to the provinces in the 60s now long to return to Shanghai. For one displaced family a conflict arises when their 19-year-old daughter finds love with a local boy, threatening their chance of a return to the city.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
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- Released
- 3 June 2005
- Original title
- 青红
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Wang Xiaoshuai
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Shanghai Dreams: quick answers
What comes after Shanghai Dreams?
Next in the series: 11 Flowers (2012) and Red Amnesia (2015).
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How long is Shanghai Dreams?
Shanghai Dreams runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
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Which OTT platform is Shanghai Dreams on?
Shanghai Dreams isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 3 June 2005. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shanghai Dreams?
If you liked Shanghai Dreams, try Caught by the Tides, One Second, The Nest.
Who directed Shanghai Dreams?
Shanghai Dreams (2005) was directed by Wang Xiaoshuai and stars Gao Yuanyuan, Yao Anlian, Li Bin.