

China Cry
1990, English. Directed by James F. Collier.
Young Sung Neng Yee, who is brought as part of a wealthy Chinese family. She is eager to become part of Mao Tze Tung's "new society", but soon becomes disenchanted by the economic misery the changes bring to her family. Before long, the authorities become aware of Neng Yee's feelings and she is taken to a labour camp, overseen by the sadistic Colonel Cheng.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- James F. CollierDirector
- Julia NicksonSung Neng Yee
- France NuyenMrs. Sung
- James ShigetaDr. Sung
- Russell WongLam Cheng Shen
- Philip TanColonel Cheng
- Jak CastroLabor Camp Guard
- Bennett OhtaLabour Camp Doctor
- Lloyd KinoPolice Captain
- Fung Bing ChangGoverness
- Lau Lee FoonYoung Neng Yee
- Leung Wai LiMaid
- Sandie YeungTutor
Details
- Released
- 2 November 1990
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nora Lam, Irene Burk, James F. Collier
- Box office
- $4.2M
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China Cry runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
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China Cry isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like China Cry?
If you liked China Cry, try Suite Française, The Good Earth, Maria's Lovers.
Who directed China Cry?
China Cry (1990) was directed by James F. Collier and stars Julia Nickson, France Nuyen, James Shigeta.
What is China Cry based on?
China Cry is adapted from a real person.