4 Films & TV Shows Set In Henan Province During The 20th Century

• 

  Back to 1942

  Henan Province The 1940s The 1930s

  History should never be forgotten — In 1942, Henan Province was devastated by the most tragic famine in modern Chinese history, resulting in the deaths of at least three million men, women and children. Although the primary cause of the famine was a severe drought, it was exacerbated by locusts, windstorms, earthquakes, epidemic disease and the corruption of the ruling Kuomintang government.

  Released in 2012 • 145 minutes
• 

  Shaolin

  Henan Province The 1920s

  In a land torn by strife, the righteous monks of Shaolin stand as a beacon of hope for the oppressed masses. — China is plunged into strife as feuding warlords try to expand their power by warring over neighboring lands. Fuelled by his success on the battlefield, young and arrogant Hao Jie sneers at Shaolin's masters when he beats one of them in a duel. But the pride comes before a fall. When his own family is wiped out by a rival warlord, Hao is forced to take refuge with the monks. As the civil unrest spreads and the people suffer, Hao and the Shaolin masters are forced to take a fiery stand against the evil warlords. They launch a daring plan or rescue and escape.

  Released in 2011 • 131 minutes
• 

  Peacock

  Henan Province The 1970s

  Brings viewers into a small Chinese city and inspires familiarity with the rhythms of everyday existence, with people's dreams, shortcomings and illusions in a way that is universal.

  Released in 2005 • 144 minutes
• 

  Enter the Dragon

  California Henan Province 🇭🇰 Hong Kong The 1970s

  Their deadly mission: to crack the forbidden island of Han! — A martial artist agrees to spy on a reclusive crime lord using his invitation to a tournament there as cover.

  Released in 1973 • 102 minutes