Shanghai Story (250): The past of cinemas-1
Culture
Length: 00:25:00
Date: 2016-1-9
Collection
Keywords: Film and television | Shanghai cinema | Cinema history

The Grand Theatre built in 1933 was not only the most luxurious cinema in the Far East but also the most bustling great hall in Shanghai. The major movie theaters in Shanghai, such as The Grand Theatre, Cathay Theatre and Peace Theatre witnessed the development of Shanghai Film Industry and influenced many Shanghainese and Shanghai families. Qian Junya held his wedding in a movie theater.