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Eighteen Springs

1997·Movie
2h 6min

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Profoundly sad and romantic

Much of it is about family.

  • Melancholy9
  • Romance8
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

In 1930s Shanghai, a young office girl falls in love with a factory worker in the same company.
1930s ShanghaiTragic RomancePeriod DramaSocial CommentaryClass ConflictComplex CharactersMelancholicSlow Burn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Eighteen Springs legally?

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Is Eighteen Springs worth watching?

64
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Eighteen Springs?

2 h 6 min

Eighteen Springs runs 2 h 6 min.

Is Eighteen Springs based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

What language is Eighteen Springs in?

Chinesecn

It was made in Chinese, with some cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China, China.

In how many countries can I watch Eighteen Springs?

5HKITKRSGTW

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eighteen Springs in 5 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.