Shanghai Noir 2015
In Clara Law's stylish neo-noir thriller *Shanghai Noir (2015)*, Detective Fan Ruyi is thrust into a labyrinth of deception when a high-stakes secret mission turns against him, leaving him framed and hunted.
Director: Clara Law
Cast
Ethan Juan
Fan Ruyi
Zhou Dongyu
Hui Lan
Yang Zishan
Song Xiaoqiao
Yang Yang
James Wu
Jack Kao
Boss
Zhao Lixin
Housekeeper
Jin Song
Pi Lipao 'Thunderbolt'
Liu Yiwei
Xiao Mianhu
Du Haitao
Guo Qiucheng
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shanghai Noir (2015) about?
*Shanghai Noir (2015)* follows Detective Fan Ruyi as he uncovers a conspiracy after being falsely accused of treason during a covert operation. His investigation leads him to a blind performer with an uncanny sense of danger and a warlord's daughter whose influence could either save him or seal his fate.
Who directed Shanghai Noir?
Clara Law directed *Shanghai Noir (2015)*, bringing her signature atmospheric storytelling to this crime thriller set in 1930s Shanghai.
Who stars in Shanghai Noir?
The film stars Ethan Juan as Detective Fan Ruyi, Zhou Dongyu as the warlord's daughter, and Yang Zishan as the blind performer, with supporting roles from Yang Yang, Jack Kao, and Zhao Lixin.
Is Shanghai Noir (2015) worth watching?
If you enjoy crime thrillers with rich atmosphere and slow-burn suspense, *Shanghai Noir (2015)* delivers a stylish dive into betrayal and redemption. While IMDb ratings are unavailable, its noir aesthetic and layered performances make it a compelling watch for fans of classic detective stories.
How long is Shanghai Noir?
Shanghai Noir is 123 minutes long, offering a tightly paced narrative that balances mystery with cinematic flair.
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About Shanghai Noir (2015) — Crime Thriller with Detective Fan Ruyi's Dark Journey
In Clara Law's stylish neo-noir thriller *Shanghai Noir (2015)*, Detective Fan Ruyi is thrust into a labyrinth of deception when a high-stakes secret mission turns against him, leaving him framed and hunted. His path collides with a blind street performer whose keen intuition cuts through the city's shadows, and a formidable warlord's daughter whose alliances blur the line between danger and desire. As neon-lit alleys and opium dens pulse with betrayal, Fan races to unravel a conspiracy that could destroy him—or rewrite the power structures of 1930s Shanghai.
With its moody cinematography and slow-burn tension, *Shanghai Noir (2015)* weaves a tale of loyalty and survival, where every shadow hides a secret and trust is a luxury few can afford. Clara Law crafts a world where crime isn't just a genre but a way of life, anchored by a gripping mystery and a cast delivering performances as layered as the city itself.
