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“The House of 72 Tenants”13th Chinese Film Festival Munich

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Black and white photograph of many people. Some have buckets in their hands, others have fabrics to wash
Copyright: Chinesisches Filmfest Muenchen

In 1940s Guangzhou, 72 poor families live in an old backyard, set upon by corrupt policemen and their tyrannical landlord Bing-Gen. Together, the families fight against corruption and forced eviction. China 1963, 83 minutes, tragicomedy, original with English subtitles, directed by Weiyi Wang. FSK-rated 18 years and older

This event is in the past.

In 1940s Guangzhou, 72 poor families live in an old backyard, set upon by corrupt policemen and their tyrannical landlord Bing-Gen. Together, the families fight against corruption and forced eviction. China 1963, 83 minutes, tragicomedy, original with English subtitles, directed by Weiyi Wang. FSK-rated 18 years and older

Based on the Shanghai slapstick stage play of the same name, the film was produced by Zhujiang Film Factory and Hong Kong Hongtu Film.