| Major TV and Movie Productions Filmed in Dalian |
| Dalian has been used as a location for many Chinese TV dramas in recent years. In addition, lower budget motion pictures are now being filmed in the city. The following titles have had various degrees of success and popularity, which is why detailed information or even a copy of the film is harder to find for some. |
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TV Series:
A Happy Middle-Aged Life
The Beijing actress Wang Ji stars in this popular TV series. She began her career in traditional Qing Dynasty TV dramas, and became famous playing a variety of roles.
(2006) |
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| Several hosts from the Dalian TV Network had guest roles in this series, filmed in Dalian (including the Dalian TV Network offices). SongLi appeared in two extended scenes in the final episode - Number 26. |
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Taiwan Film:
Love In The Sun Moon Lake / Ai Zai Ri Yue Tan
A romantic drama, about two lovers who are separated by the invisible barrier between Taiwan and the Mainland. The plot background is similar to a famous Korean story. The production filmed all over China, including Dalian.
(2008) |
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| Taiwan Actress Lin Xinru (Ruby Lin), while filming her scene on the streets of Dalian. The original Russian capital building can be seen in the background, as she heads to her rendezvous with destiny. |
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| Ruby Lin, Ke Shu Yuan, and the film's director Ding Yang Guo, review the playback of a scene just filmed. |
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| Ke Shu Yuan (known best from the popular TV drama "Taiwan Tornado") sketches the skyline of a European city. It is a pivotal scene of the love story. The Old Russian Street in Dalian was used for the location. |
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| Copyright Notice: SongLi was hired for a small part in this film, as well as being a production assistant, working both in front and behind the camera. These images are from his personal collection and not for public distribution. |
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Movie:
Love In Memory
Many scenic locations in Dalian were used to help set the mood of this romantic comedy, especially ocean views from the Golden Pebble Beach Resort to Lushun.
(2006) |
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| This film features several popular female idols and teen male actors, and was directed by the Taiwan native Hsu Shu-chi. |
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Movie:
At Horizon
This story is about the deputy chief of a local police department. She is investigating a murder at a gold mine.
(2006) |
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The movie was made mainly for propoganda purposes and less for entertainment.
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Movie:
Who Cares / The Marriage Certificate
An interesting story of relationships and the social impact of paperwork, regarding a lost marriage certificate that unravels the lives of those involved.
(2001) |
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| While filmed in Dalian, the city is simply an non-descript background. |
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