This movie captures the beauty of 1930s China, prior to the Japanese invasion the presaged World War II. The costuming is spectacular and acting superb in the dance/operatic scenes. It is a sad film, almost a weeper, as other reviewers have noted. Among the underrated talents of directors is their ability to make you feel the rain and wind in a scene, such that they become cast members. The reaction of characters to nature is part of what gives this movie a memorably enjoyable after-affect. Finally, just as I discovered this movie from an IMDb reviewer, I would like to thank reviewer JonSturgess for directing me to, Bungee Jumping on Their Own, a similarly poignant romance.
Review of Fleeing by Night
