What are the best Chinese movies if you are a beginner?
With “The Nightingale” you can get off to a good start before moving on to a Chinese blockbuster!
Immersing yourself in Chinese culture is easy, even from Spain, even when you don’t have an advanced level. That’s what movies are for! But as we have said, it is better to have some basics in Chinese , especially in relation to Chinese characters and their pronunciation, if you want to start watching Chinese movies in OV with Chinese subtitles .
As a first step, we advise you to start with the Chinese adaptation of the film The Butterfly , especially if you have seen it. The Chinese version has been translated by The Nightingale .
Thanks to the agreements established in 2010 between France and China, Chinese-French productions can be filmed. And this is what Philippe Muyl did, taking advantage of the success of his film The Butterfly in China. In fact, although it was never released in theaters, it had an audience of nearly 15 million Chinese. In addition, the soundtrack is very well known in China, especially the song of the credits.
The Nightingale is a film by a French director, but filmed only with Chinese actors in China, in the Yangshuo region, although the acting is closer to French standards and the music is not very typical Chinese.
It is the story of a Chinese peasant who promised his wife to return to their hometown. He goes on a trip with his granddaughter, with whom he has nothing in common. The two characters will discover each other little by little and learn from each other.
For those who prefer action movies and martial arts , Once upon a time in Shanghai is ideal for an intermediate level. The story takes place in the 1930s and focuses on the difficulties of finding work in rural China. The main character goes to Shanghai hoping to change his life, but does not count on the invasion of the Japanese.
A beautiful story of friendship and well-done fighting, which is enough to have a good time and improve your understanding of Chinese.
Kung fu has an important place in Chinese cinema.
Finally, what would Chinese cinema be like without its love stories? If you like this genre, we advise you The way home . This romantic drama marks the debut of actress Zhang Ziyi. It is the adaptation of the book titled Remembrance , written by Bao Shi.
The film begins with the burial of a man. The story is narrated by his son, who will tell how his parents met and the evolution of their relationship. There are flashbacks to show their love story, and the son gradually understands the importance of preserving traditions, including carrying his father’s coffin on foot to the cemetery so that he can remember the way home.
You will be able to immerse yourself in the beautiful Chinese landscapes without leaving your sofa! The acting is also very realistic. What are the best Chinese movies if you are a beginner?
