China White

1989·Movie
1h 39min
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb4.9Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

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China White fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Catharsis4
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

In Amsterdam - in the time before the legalisation of some drugs and the following growth of competition on the market - takes place a war between the Italian and Chinese mafia because of the control of the heroin market.
Mafia WarCrime DramaHeroin TradeAmsterdam1980sChinese MafiaItalian MafiaGang Violence

Crew

Directed by:
Ronny Yu
Written by:
F.W. Silleroy
Produced by:
Jim Choi Ji-Ming

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about China White

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream China White legally?

PrimeThe RokuPlexFawesomeTubi TV

China White is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is China White worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is China White rated?

ViolenceDrug useStrong language

Content advisories: violence, drug use, and strong language.

How long is China White?

1 h 39 min

China White runs 1 h 39 min.

What language is China White in?

cnChineseEnglish

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

In how many countries can I watch China White?

6AUCAMXTWUSIN

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for China White in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does China White use?

Star-Crossed LoversRibbon-Cutting CeremonyImprobable Infant SurvivalAction Film, Quiet Drama SceneMighty Whitey and Mellow YellowAdvertised ExtraRedshirt ArmyTaking You with MeKarma Houdini WarrantyCool Old GuyThe Hero DiesBittersweet Endingand 11 more

TV Tropes lists 23 storytelling tropes for China White, including Star-Crossed Lovers, Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, Improbable Infant Survival.

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