Lin Shuang (Zhang Xiao Fei) once had it all – academic success, a dream marriage, and a bright future. But a troubled marriage and a bitter divorce now leave her fighting for custody of her daughter. Returning to the workforce to support her legal battle, Lin Shuang encounters former classmate Gu Xu (Huang Xiao Ming), now a successful leader in tech with feelings for her. As Lin Shuang’s support system grows, she embarks on a journey to reclaim her life and secure a future for her family. As she navigates this turbulent phase, can she rebuild her dreams and find a new path to happiness? This 2023 Chinese romance drama was directed by Teng Hua Tao and Wang Wei.

In 1937, during the Second Sino-Japanese War, Lieutenant Colonel Xie Jin Yuan (Du Chun) leads 452 young officers and soldiers of the 88th Division in a desperate last stand at the Sihang Warehouse against the overwhelming Japanese army. Facing nearly 20,000 enemy troops, these brave soldiers know their mission is hopeless but choose to fight with extraordinary courage. For four critical days, they resist the relentless Japanese assault, buying crucial time for the rest of the Chinese army to retreat. Though they ultimately lose the battle, their heroic sacrifice becomes a powerful symbol of resistance and national pride. This remarkable true story showcases the extraordinary bravery of soldiers who chose honor and duty over certain defeat. "The Eight Hundred" is a 2020 historical war film directed by Guan Hu that commemorates these unsung heroes of the Chinese resistance.

Shang Xirui (Yin Zheng), an exceptional Peking opera performer, has overcome lifelong challenges to pursue his artistic passion. When wealthy businessman Cheng Fengtai (Huang Xiao Ming) discovers Xirui's talent, they form a deep friendship rooted in their shared love for traditional opera. Together, they restore a local theater and train a new generation of performers, creating a sanctuary for their beloved art form. However, their world is dramatically altered in the summer of 1937 when the Japanese army invades Beijing, forcing Xirui and Fengtai to defend their dreams and cultural heritage. This is a 2020 Chinese period drama directed by Hui Kai Dong, based on the novel by Shui Ru Tian Er.

Zhang Hui (Zhou Xun), a successful supervisor at a Shanghai consulting firm, harbors a secret love for her long-time friend and co-worker, Xiao Gong (Huang Xiao Ming). When Xiao Gong returns from a trip with a new girlfriend, Hailey (Sonia Sui), Zhang Hui is devastated. Determined to win back his heart, she seeks help from her friends who provide her with flirting lessons. Despite her initial resistance to such tactics, Zhang Hui transforms herself into a flirtatious woman in an attempt to capture Xiao Gong's attention. Her journey challenges her professional persona and forces her to step out of her comfort zone in pursuit of love. This is a 2014 South Korean romantic comedy directed by Pang Ho Cheung.