Cast and Crew of The Eight Hundred

The Eight Hundred

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"The Eight Hundred" is a gripping historical war drama that portrays the heroic defense of 800 Chinese soldiers during the 1937 Battle of Shanghai. Trapped and surrounded inside a warehouse, these soldiers display extraordinary courage and resilience against the overwhelming Japanese army. The film features Wang Qianyuan as Yang Guai and Zhang Yi as Old Abacus, bringing depth and intensity to their roles.

Trivia:
1. The film is notable for its realistic battle scenes, which were shot using practical effects and large-scale set pieces to authentically recreate the 1937 warehouse and battlefield.
2. To achieve a high degree of historical accuracy, the production consulted many military historians and veterans, ensuring that uniforms, weapons, and battle tactics were depicted faithfully.
3. "The Eight Hundred" was one of China's most expensive war films at the time of its release, reflecting the scale and ambition behind the project, and it became a massive commercial success both domestically and internationally.

Main Cast of The Eight Hundred

Wang Qianyuan as Yang Guai

Wang Qianyuan

Yang Guai
Zhang Yi as Old Abacus

Zhang Yi

Old Abacus
Huang Zhizhong as Lao Hulu

Huang Zhizhong

Lao Hulu

Crew of The Eight Hundred

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