Overview
Filmed inside Pharmacy No. 3 in Shanghai, Joris Ivens and Marceline Loridan-Ivens document the daily work of a state pharmacy that functions as both a dispensary and a neighborhood medical center. The film focuses on routine interactions between staff and patients, revealing an integrated model of urban healthcare in 1970s China.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Pharmacy: Shanghai?
The Pharmacy: Shanghai was directed by Joris IvensMarceline Loridan-Ivens.
Where was The Pharmacy: Shanghai produced?
It was produced by companies including Unknown Production Companies in France.
The Pharmacy: Shanghai Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Pharmacy: Shanghai wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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