The Flowers of War
The Flowers of War
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The Flowers of War (2011)

R (US) | China, Hong Kong | Mandarin, Japanese, English, Shanghainese | 146 min
Directed by: Yimou Zhang
7.5

In 1937 China, during the second Sino-Japanese war, a mortician, John (Christian Bale) arrives at a Catholic church in Nanjing to prepare a priest for burial. Upon arrival he finds himself the lone adult among a group of convent girl students and prostitutes from a nearby brothel. When he finds himself in the unwanted position of protector of both groups from the horrors of the invading Japanese army, he discovers the meaning of sacrifice and honor.

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Best Foreign Language Film

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Release Date

China
(Beijing) (premiere)
2011-12-11
China
No data
2011-12-16
USA
(New York City, New York)
2011-12-21
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Jin ling shi san chai
(Original title)
Las flores de la guerra
Argentina
Flores do Oriente
Brazil
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Moderate
Violence & Gore
Severe
Profanity
Moderate
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Moderate
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Severe