Lucky Purse(1966)

The West Chamber(zh)

A scholar woos the daughter of an important family, while outwitting rebels who try to capture her.

The Girl with a Thousand Faces(zh)

Gu Lingxiu's dream of becoming an actress is opposed by her grandmother. Her father Zhongqi remains ambivalent. Years ago, Zhongqi was in love with a Peking opera diva Hua Yanhong, but the lovers were separated by the matriarch. Regretful of the mistake, the matriarch discards her prejudice and allows Lingxiu to pursue her career. She also urges Zhongqi to look for Hua.

A Tale of Yearning(zh)

This is a sad tale of a noble lady who is entranced by an opera singer. Hoping to get closer to the singer, the lady takes up lessons with her. Despite their affection, they must face obstacles.

Two Belles in Love(zh)

She smells her fragrance, she sees her talent... The ancient love story of Cui Jianyun and Cao Yuhua. The plight of these two women is told as they fall in love due to the admiration for each other's stunning beauty and literary craft. Adapted from the Kunqu opera & story by Li Yu, "Fragrant Companion/Lianxiang Companion", this short film includes a parallel between the play and "reality." The ending has been altered from the original play.

The Red Detachment of Women(zh)

A recording of the Beijing Opera version of The Red Detachment of Women filmed by the August First Film Studio in 1972. Toward the end of the Cultural Revolution, the ballet version was adapted into this Beijing opera.

Children Peking Opera Singers(zh)

The desire of a 7 year old boy to be a member in a Chinese opera, his hard life at school and acceptance of his society.

Peking Opera Blues(cn)

In 1913 Beijing, three fierce women—disguised rebel Tsao Wan, jewel-seeking Sheung Hung, and opera heiress Pat Neil—embark on a daring quest filled with intrigue and betrayal, challenging societal norms amidst political turmoil and the vibrant world of Peking Opera.

Ah Fung(en)

Takes a look at the Peking Opera artist, Ah Fung, who defected to the United States after the Cultural Revolution and is now a dishwasher in Los Angeles' Chinatown

天女散花(zh)

我的同桌是个角儿 "Oop(era)s Surprise!"(en)

This short film delves into the Peking Opera club of the Fourth Primary School of Donggaodi in Fengtai District, Beijing, to explore what Peking Opera is like in the eyes of children. When sweat flows over the oil paint and the tender voices sing in the old tunes, what we witness is not only the inheritance of national treasures, but also the unique journey of a little soul growing between its role and itself.

LA Bound(en)

An engaging coming-of-age, LA BOUND also blends drama, humor and elements of romantic comedy as it tells the story of a recent high school graduate's quest to move on with his life in the wake of his sister's death.

Dear Kate,(en)

After her father's death, a recluse runaway returns home to face her former life.

Don't Worry(en)

A young woman disappears from her home after recording a video message in which she implores her parents not to worry, leaving the people who know her to speculate as to her motivations. "Don't Worry" was written, shot and edited in 48 hours for the Sidewalk Scramble film festival, and went on to win Best Film, Best Director, Best Editing, and Best Cinematography.

Mountains(en)

After a tragedy, Atel finds himself stuck on a series of mountains… with a familiar voice somehow communicating with him.