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Film · 10 connectionsThe Japanese forces occupy Shanghai and slowly start spreading terror in the city. Chen Zhen, who was presumed dead, returns to fight against the Japanese and put an end to their tyrannical rule.
Directed byAndrew Lau Wai-Keung
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