The Opium War

2020·Movie
1h 4min
IMDb8.0

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The Opium War fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

Thousands of young people are dying from using drugs in Kachin State, Myanmar. When the government is not doing enough to crack down drugs problem, the civilians formed the anti-drugs organization called "Pat Jasan" which means "Stop and Clean the drugs" in local Kachin Language, to eradicate drugs. A clash between "Pa Jasan" grups and drugs lords occurred.
Social CommentaryDrug WarKachin State, MyanmarAnti-Drug MovementPolitical ConflictContemporary RealismViolenceCommunity ActionBleak

Crew

Directed by:
John La Raw

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Opium War legally?

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Is The Opium War worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 8). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Opium War rated?

ViolenceDrug use

Content advisories: violence and drug use.

How long is The Opium War?

1 h 4 min

The Opium War runs 1 h 4 min.

What language is The Opium War in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch The Opium War?

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