Overview

In 1937 Shanghai, a soldier and a young woman have an awkward meet-cute in darkness under a bridge as they seek refuge during a bomb raid. Ten years later, the soldier, now a burgeoning songwriter and tuba-player in a marching band, is back in town desperately searching for his would-be soulmate. As fate would have it they end up living in the same building unbeknownst to each other. Through a series of mishaps, he mistakes her new ingénue roommate for his love interest and wacky love triangle hijinks ensue.

Cast

Kenny Bee, Sylvia Chang, Sally Yip Sin-Man, Tin Ching, Loletta Lee Lai-Chun, Shing Fui-On, Manfred Wong Man-Chun, Fung Ging-Man

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Frequently asked

What is "Shanghai Blues" about?

In 1937 Shanghai, a soldier and a young woman have an awkward meet-cute in darkness under a bridge as they seek refuge during a bomb raid. Ten years later, the soldier, now a burgeoning songwriter and tuba-player in a marching band, is back in town desperately searching for his would-be soulmate. As fate would have it they end up living in the same building unbeknownst to each other. Through a series of mishaps, he mistakes her new ingénue roommate for his love interest and wacky love triangle hijinks ensue.

When was "Shanghai Blues" released?

Shanghai Blues was released in 1984.

Who stars in "Shanghai Blues"?

The cast includes Kenny Bee, Sylvia Chang, Sally Yip Sin-Man, Tin Ching.