"In 1914, the First World War broke out in Europe"
"British and French armies suffered heavy casualties under German attack"
"ln 1917, the Chinese government dispatched"
"150,000 laborers in lieu of soldiers to Europe"
"to fight alongside the Allied Army"
"Each Chinese laborer was assigned a wristband with a code for identification"
"The scars left by the copper wristbands"
"became a sign of recognition after the war"
"The Chinese laborers were poorly equiped"
"Besides trying to survive in the battlefield,"
"they had to do manual labor on the frontline"
"France, 1917"
We need more men outside. It's too dangerous.
We're out of ammunition.
Hurry...Move it.
Tianyuan, don't be afraid.
Stay cool.
We will go back to China. We won't die here.
Don't be scared. Let's run together.
Don't look back. Just charge ahead.
That's my amulet.
it will protect you.
Brothers, let's run for it.
Run.
Hurry up.
The ammunition has arrived, sir.
How comes the French army is retreating?
Chen Zhen.
The Germans are coming. Watch out.
Is everybody all right? Anyone hurt?
I'm fine.
Thank God for you, Chen Zhen.
I'm fine,
thanks to your amulet.
God help us...
Tianyuan.
Don't go out. Stay cool.
Don't go out.
I'll kill you all.
Take cover.
We can't die here.
"At the end of the First World War, though China was a victorious state,"
"she was ignored by the Allies"
"Qingdao in Shandong was occupied by Japan"
"ln 1925, Shanghai was divided into settlements"
"Underneath the facade of peace and order,"
"Japan was increasing its influence, in preparation for the invasion of China"
"Shanghai, 1925"
Master Liu.
"Liu Yutian - Shanghai tycoon"
Master Liu.
Thank you.
Business is really booming here.
Who'd believe there's a war going on.
It's chaos outside.
Where else can they go?
My brother heard cannon fire in Shenyang.
He said General Zhuo would defeat Zeng.
Rumor has it Zeng is already fleeing.
If Zhuo wins, perhaps China will be united.
Not necessarily.
Zeng is backed by the Japs.
The Brits don't want a united China either.
Yes.
Have you been to Taiwan?
The Japanese rule is so organized there.
If you start trouble, they'll kill you all,
so you can't even write your own history.
Sooner or later, Taiwan will become Japanese.
China isn't ruled by Chinese anyway.
The winner will be either Japan or Britain.
Don't forget,
the more trouble there is, the more money we'll make.
Tell her to sing this song.
Kiki, a Japanese Song.
Come on, let's go.
Thanks a lot.
Wonderful. Superb.
Who are you?
What do you want?
Please calm down, officers.
Tonight's on the house. Don't be upset.
Please sit down.
Wen.
I'm sorry, please sit down,
Pardon me, Master Liu.
You came from France?
Correct.
Let me buy you a drink.
Thank you, Master Liu.
Which is higher: 2 pairs or 3-of-a-kind?
What do you have?
3-of-a-kind.
Then my 2 pairs beat you.
Let's go on.
Straight. I win.
I win.
It's my turn.
You're betting with your life?
Can I do that?
How much is your life worth?
It can't be cheaper than yours.
What did you say?
Is your life worth this much?
Then I'm handing my life over to you.
We'll see.
3-of-a-kind.
You're out of luck.
I have 2 pairs.
How can that beat 3-of-a-kind?
Didn't someone say 2 pairs beat 3-of-a-kind?
You...
Right?
Sit down.
You set the rules,
so live with it.
My friend,
you'll pay me back with money or your life?
Of course I prefer money to my life.
That's good then.
Are we still drinking at your place, Master Liu?
Can't take it anymore. Time to head back to the hotel.
Forget the hotel.
Move in here.
It's rather simple. Hope you don't mind.
Don't stand on ceremonies.
All right, thank you.
You're here?
Didn't you promise to save me this room for watching sunrise?
It's only 3 a.m. Watching sunrise?
Meet my brother, Qi Tianyuan.
This is Kiki.
You now have more brothers than wives.
What about me?
Marry me and you can do anything you want.
What about your other wives?
They're fleeting clouds. You're here to stay.
Then let's wait till they fleet.
- Let's have a drink. - Next time.
I already drank too much. Thanks.
He drank too much. Let me...
Then I won't intrude any longer.
I should go.
Wen is downstairs. He'll drive you.
Thank you.
Your girlfriend is beautiful.
You're interested?
Help yourself...but she can be a handful.
A handful for you perhaps, Master Liu?
Goodnight.
Thank you, Master Liu.
You're welcome.
How come you became Liu Yutian's partner?
You'll be a celebrity overnight.
That's too dangerous, too high profile.
It's only an expedient measure.
No, getting Liu Yutian on our side is good.
It's not easy to win his trust so quickly.
Make good use of it.
You really think Liu is up to any good?
This tycoon has clout with the triad.
But he's a Chinese after all.
We don't have enough resources.
To fight against the Japanese,
we need to motivate every Chinese we can.
The more clout Liu has the better for us.
Penetrating the triad
and the Municipal Police
is beneficial to our movement.
We've contacted...
the Chinese from France.
Don't forget students like us.
Every Chinese is willing to unite and fight.
It's a pity...
our country can't be united.
It will, I'm sure of it.
"Jing Wu Athletic Association"
Master, why did you set up the Jing Wu Athletic Association?
To protect our home and country, Chen Zhen.
"France, 1917"
Tianyuan, we're going home.
Rest in peace.
No.
Tianyuan is coming back to China with us.
Chen Zhen can't go home.
but Qi Tianyuan can.
China will be our war zone.
"Hongkou Dojo"
"Colonel Takeshi Chikaraishi - Japanese Army's General Staff Office"
I got word from Casablanca.
the Brits got hold of our dispatch schedule.
Except for me, only the 3 of you have seen it.
Who did it?
I don't know about them but I never left HQ.
All Japanese soldiers...
must be ready to die.
Yes.
Sisters, here comes the Boss.
Whose birthday is it?
Doesn't matter,
as long as you're buying.
Very well.
Chris.
The Boss is quite a popular guy.
He's well connected in Shanghai.
The one in white is Vivian.
General Zeng's girl. Keep an eye on her.
He has arrived.
Isn't he at war?
He's here. He's at YQ Mansion.
He just sent for me.
Shall I get you a car?
No, thanks. His chauffeur is picking me up.
So happy.
Have a drink before you go.
Pour her a drink.
Hey, Huang Lan.
You have Red Haskels?
Sorry, it's just sold out.
Shall I get you some?
Sure.
Goodbye, Mr Qi.
Colonel,
it's General Zhuo and General Zeng.
My men are in place, waiting for your order.
- How are you Vivian? - How are you, General Zhuo?
Long time no see. Please sit down.
It's too cold. I'm treating you to hotpot,
so the two of us can have a good chat.
"General Zeng - Northeast Troops"
"General Zhuo - Northeast National Army"
General
if our armies go to war, which side do you think will win?
Yours.
If the Japs decide to support your dad,
then it's hard to say. I'll accept fate.
My father is only exploiting the Japs.
He's doing it at the sacrifice of principle.
The Japs won't wait much longer.
They're getting ready.
They already mentioned a Manchu State.
To be honest,
I don't want to hurt the Northeast Troops,
but I won't let them interfere with the unification of China.
I'll be frank with you.
If your father backs off and puts you in charge,
I'll personally guarantee a ceasefire.
What do you say?
You're asking me to betray my father.
Tell that to our fellow countrymen.
General Zhuo,
General Zeng told me repeatedly
that he trusted and respected you.
Can't you trust him also?
Tell your father:
To avoid being the Japs' running dog,
he has only one option...
peace talk.
The Republic has come a long way.
Her future depends on you and your father.
I need time to convince him.
Give me 7 days.
Very well.
7 days then.
If your old man won't listen,
we'll meet at the battlefield next time.
We'll always be brothers.
Drink up.
Colonel.
Protect the General.
A superhero just botched our operation.
Let's go.
Whose car was that? Crashing a Police car?
Whose was that?
Go take a look.
Who? Me?
Who else?
Me?
Go on.
Cover me.
Don't block me.
Look at you.
Seal off the area...check for survivors.
Look over there.
Damn.
Who are you?
The Masked Warrior.
Why did you save my life?
I didn't mean to, you little warlord.
Tell that warlord father of yours to stop colluding with the Japs.
A people's enemy will die a dire death.
Did General Zhuo send them?
No, this is beneath him.
But who else knows you're here?
Colonel, we support Commander Zeng.
Why did we try to kill his son?
I'm not helping Zeng get rid of Zhuo.
But Tokyo ordered...
It doesn't matter what Tokyo ordered.
It matters what Tokyo needs.
An internal strife among the Chinese is beneficial to us.
If the General is killed,
his father will go to war with Zhuo.
It was my mistake.
I didn't expect a superhero to show up.
Assassinations involve risks of failure.
The key is to find out who this man is.
Get on with it.
The Masked Warrior is an icon of Japanese resistance.
We shall make good use of it.
An extra identity is good for you.
We'll run a report on him accordingly.
Extra. Masked Warrior beat up the Japs.
Huachao, don't wear black all the time.
People will think you're the Masked Warrior.
Look who's talking.
Who could be the Masked Warrior?
I know who the Masked Warrior is.
He's so fierce. Could it be you, Master Liu?
Either he escaped from a mental hospital,
or he's someone from here.
Are you so sure?
Everyone knows I run the largest mental hospital in Shanghai.
You better watch out. Don't get involved.
How can the head of a mental hospital be afraid of mental patients?
That's true.
What the hell happen last night?
You stupid chink.
What have you done? Collecting dead bodies?
You shouldn't trust the paper. It's not true.
You know who was there?
General Zeng.
In fact, we got wind yesterday,
there would be trouble at YQ Mansion.
We went there to check it out. The place was crawling with people,
How many?
There were only 10.
Fine. There were only 10.
But someone started to shoot.
Who did I grab?
You grabbed me.
We took cover behind the car...
and returned fire.
Then we split up.
I took the left side, you the right.
Bang...I took out 3 of them and ran out of ammo.
What could I do?
I was out of ammo, too.
I jumped from the car.
and started to punch...
You think I'm dumb as a pig?
How do you explain the Masked Warrior?
Listen to me.
I began to fight. I didn't want to show off.
I pulled down my hat,
so nobody could see my face.
They must have mistaken me for the Masked Warrior.
You are the Masked Warrior?
Look at yourself.
You look more like the Masked Pig.
You stupid Chink.
No, not Chink...Chinese.
Whatever, you stupid chink.
This month's payment.
Good.
I can at least explain to the brass.
True. As long as we're here,
you'll have cash to hand over every month.
What are you looking at? Shall I buy you one?
Lucky this wasn't on display last night,
or you would be wearing a kinky costume.
Stop horsing around. I have a gun.
A gun?
Why didn't you come sooner last night?
I need to find the opportune time.
I found what you asked me to.
Those dead Japs had no identities.
Who's behind this?
How am I supposed to...
tell from the dead bodies.
General Zeng has left for the Northeast.
What about that Vivian?
That General is a true romantic.
He put her up in the Glen Hotel.
Where's the cash?
Stay off trouble and don't get me involved.
Anyone suspicious in Casablanca?
There's a new partner.
He looks suspicious.
Go on.
His name is Qi Tianyuan.
He just returned from France. He was a laborer in the war in Europe.
He hit it off with Master Liu right away
and was made a partner of the nightclub.
What about you?
My mission is to get close to Henry the Brit.
There're too many people in Casablanca.
I didn't notice him.
I'll keep an eye on Qi Tianyuan.
I'm sorry.
Next time you make a report.
wait for your turn to speak.
I'm sorry, Colonel.
Vivian.
I thought I'd never see you again.
Vivian, we brought you these.
Cosmetics and perfume...
from Shanghai.
And this.
Thank you.
Thank you all.
There you go.
You asked me to bring these.
These bracelets...One for me, one for you.
They are from your mother.
You're my best sister.
All right. Time to go.
Get me a pack of Red Haskel.
Yes, Kiki.
Very nice to meet you.
How dare you cheat in here.
I did not.
Excuse Me.
Cheers.
We are ready.
Who's that foreigner with glasses?
Henry.
A British comprador.
He has clout at the American and British embassies.
He's very well connected.
Better than you?
Yes, only with regards to the Brits.
Here I come.
- Give me a hug. - Don't go away.
Don't drink so much.
You scared everyone off.
I want a half-day off.
To do what?
To go out with him.
You don't mind?
Not at all.
Let's go.
You may not like where I'm going.
You're afraid to bring me along?
- Can I have a seat? - Who is it?
For you? Of course.
Look who's here.
Hey Chief. Come. Hurry up.
This is Miss Kiki,
introduce yourselves.
I'm Dagang.
Fuhai.
Zhiyan.
- Dabao. - Xiang.
I'm Zhi.
I'm Laixi.
Hello.
Chief, is this pretty lady your wife?
Girlfriend.
Miss Kiki, you like Chinese white wine?
You bet.
Excellent.
What do you do?
How did you snatch him?
I'm a hostess at Casablanca.
A trendy girl. That's the most fashionable occupation in Shanghai.
Brilliant.
Let's drink up.
Chief, I want to say something.
I'm overwhelmed with the Chief's visit.
I suggest we make a toast
to those brothers who died in Europe.
Let's toast to our dear brother and comrade...
Chen Zhen.
Forget the past.
Let's drink up.
Come. Let me pour you a glass.
Thanks.
- Zhishan. - Hello.
- My sister. - Your sister?
You look nothing alike.
Of course not.
I'm better looking.
Isn't the Chen Zhen you mentioned
the one who barged into Hongkou Dojo?
Yes.
Wasn't he shot dead by the Japanese then?
He wasn't dead.
There were many rumors,
but the Japs definitely hadn't killed him.
He fought with us
for 3 years in Europe.
Chen Zhen was my brother.
He's our brother, wasn't he?
Yes.
That's true.
I have small eyes, but I can see very well.
He was invincible on the battlefront.
Really?
He could run faster than a bullet.
Drink up
Cheers.
Miss Kiki.
This is for you.
Thank you.
I'll leave you alone.
Does it look like me?
Everyone here is so nice and real.
No need to grovel...
or pretend to be happy.
I wish I could live like this too.
True.
Baton, tiger, chicken.
Tiger.
You lost.
I let her win.
Here we are.
Thank you.
Who are you?
I'll shoot on my count to three.
1
2
3
You've drunk too much.
I should go.
You always carry a gun?
Shanghai is a mess.
Master Liu gave it to me for protection.
So handsome. Can I have your autograph?
Forget the autograph. Keep it.
This will be my war trophy.
Thank you.
Who are you?
Your real name?
Fang Qing.
Miss Fang Qing.
The Northeast map must be completed soon.
Tokyo wants it in 2 days.
What about the Chinese relics?
This map shows the distribution of relics in the Northeast.
The Shang Dynasty oracle bones are valuable.
Take as much as we can,
destroy the rest.
This land is rich in all kinds of resources.
It's wasted on the Chinese.
We should be running this country.
Colonel, a classified document from Tokyo.
"Death list"
So many people to be killed?
To kill that many in a month is tough,
even if the army moves in.
They must die to make way for the dream
of our lmperial Japanese Empire.
All we need is a leak.
"Classified"
The people on this list...
are openly against the Japs.
We can't publish this.
It will...
only help the Japs create a panic in Shanghai.
The Brits and the Yanks won't give a crap?
Did they interfere...
when the Japs started to occupy Shanghai?
No.
They watched on the sideline
trying to gain something from it.
Don't forget we won the war in Europe,
but the Brits, the Yanks and the French
still gave Qingdao to the Japs.
They don't care about justice,
they're only after gains.
Extra.
Japanese Death List.
Special Report from the Shanghai Radio.
A Japanese Death List has been exposed.
Hundreds of patriots are being targeted for assassination.
Jack Taylor,
John Haneke, Robert Wenders.
Du Wenqiu, He Chang, Hu Zhiyong.
This list has come out.
What precautions are the police taking?
Sit down.
Thank you.
I had a discussion with my boss...
this morning.
We will closely monitor its development.
We will stay on it.
It's not a problem at all.
Don't give me that crap.
I held your job once.
A discussion with you boss...
A discussion with your boss means shit.
I'm now a businessman. This has come out.
You know what this means to my business?
Everyone is getting scared.
If my customers ran off,what should I do?
I need to know your action plan.
Will you protect those on the list?
Or try to catch the one who circulated it?
You're the police. You should maintain order.
Don't count on Masked Warrior to do your job.
Of course not
That's all I have to say.
Oh yes, this is my partner Qi Tianyuan.
This is lnspector Huang.
My pleasure, lnspector. I'm Qi Tianyuan.
Huang Haolong.
Boss, the Japs are here.
We have a situation.
Wait,come back, ladies.
Sit over here.
Here comes trouble.
Colonel.
Yamazaki-san, how are you?
Long time no see.
Have a smoke.
I need women.
Where are the women?
I'm sorry.
Hurry up.
Let me check it out.
Check out what?ell them to get lost?
Where are the women?
Right away.
Coming.
- What is it? - Where are the women?
The pretty girl is here. You're a life-saver.
Come, sit down.
Pretty girl, come here.
What took you so long? Sit.
Come.
Tell them this.
No problem. Anything.
No girls from Casablanca.
will sit at their table today.
You'll get me killed, Miss Kiki.
Tell him.
She said no girls will sit at our table.
- What? - Sorry.
Please wait.
Hold on.
what's going on?
Let me deal with it.
Sorry, I'm Qi Tianyuan. Nice to meet you.
You're Master Liu's new partner, Qi Tianyuan?
You're well informed.
I'll sit with you.
I'm more than well informed. I like to look things up.
The man in this picture is also Qi Tianyuan.
I've been looking for that.
Thanks so much.