Wang Naidong (fl. 20th century),was a renowned Chinese actor who gained prominence during the 1920s and 1930s, contributing significantly to the flourishing Chinese film industry of that era. Wang Naidong became one of the most distinguished figures in Chinese cinema during his time.
| Wang Naidong | |||||||
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| Traditional Chinese | 王乃東 | ||||||
| Simplified Chinese | 王乃东 | ||||||
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Born in 1900 in Hankow, Wang Naidong embarked on his acting career on the stages of local theaters and cabarets before transitioning to the burgeoning medium of silent films. His breakthrough came with the 1922 film "A Night in the Great City" (大都会之夜), where he showcased his talent for portraying multifaceted characters with depth and emotion. [1][2]
Throughout the 1920s and 1930s, Wang Naidong starred in a diverse array of films across various genres, including romance, drama, and action.
One of Wang Naidong's most memorable roles was in the 34 film "The Goddess" (神女), directed by Wu Yonggang. In this groundbreaking silent film, he portrayed a compelling character opposite Ruan Lingyu, one of China's most iconic actresses. The film delved into themes of poverty, sacrifice, and societal injustice, with Wang Naidong delivering a nuanced performance that resonated deeply with audiences. [3]
As the Chinese film industry transitioned to sound films, Wang Naidong successfully adapted to the new medium, continuing to deliver captivating performances in films such as "Spring Silkworms" (春蚕) and "Song of the Fishermen" (渔光曲).
Lyton Wong started working on Cantonese films during and after the Second Sino-Japanese War. His last known film is Sar Kua Chew Ai from 1957. [4]
Filmography edit
| Year | English title | Original title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1923 | The Widow Wants to Remarry | 古井重波記 | ||
| 1925 | Catkin Sorrow | 楊花恨 | ||
| 1926 | Debt Circles | 連環債 | ||
| Mother's Happiness | 兒孫福 | Second son | ||
| Family's Heirloom | 傳家寶 | Wu Mutian | ||
| Ma Jiefu | 馬介甫 | Ma Jiefu | ||
| Visiting the In-Laws | 探親家 | Wang Zhiyi | ||
| 1927 | Sex Trap | 美人計 | ||
| Four Heroes of the Wangs | 王氏四俠 | |||
| Redress a Grievance | 烏盆記 | Liu Shichang's soul | ||
| The Miserable Life of Qiu Xiang | 可憐的秋香 | Qiu Sheng | ||
| 1928 | A Shanghai Dancing-Girl | 上海一舞女 | ||
| That Is Me | 就是我 | |||
| The Ridiculous Swordsman | 荒唐劍客 | |||
| 1929 | Don't Change Your Husband | 情海重吻 | Qiping | |
| 1934 | Floating Flowers | 飛花村 | ||
| Women | 女人 | Ji Juesheng | ||
| 1935 | New Women | 新女性 | Dr. Wang | |
| Lady Pear Blossom | 梨花夫人 | |||
| Man at Birth | 人之初 | Huang Zijing | ||
| Burden of Living | 生之哀歌 | |||
| Hero of the Times | 時事英雄 | |||
| Tempest | 暴風雨 | |||
| 1936 | Bloodshed on a Wedding | 新婚大血案 | ||
| Song of Regret | 長恨歌 | Yu Peilan | ||
| Tomboy | 化身姑娘 | Yuan Baojun | ||
| Tomboy 2 | 化身姑娘續集 | |||
| 1937 | A Mystical Flower | 神秘之花 | ||
| All Loves | 滿園春色 | |||
| Lovers | 海天情侶 | |||
| The Big Robbery No.303 | 三零三大劫案 | |||
| Night Rains at Xiaoxiang | 瀟湘夜雨 | |||
| 1938 | Women | 女人 | ||
| A Pair in Love | 鳳求凰 | |||
| 1939 | The Love of a Woman | 潘巧雲 | Yang Xiong | |
| Groans and Struggles | 碧玉雄心 | Wang Zhiqun | ||
| Mysterious Lady | 神秘夫人 | |||
| A Fair Actress | 影城記 | Guan Peng | ||
| Xiang Yu the Conqueror | 楚霸王 | Zhang Liang | ||
| Ape in Disguise | 化身人猿 | |||
| Tomboy 3 | 化身姑娘第三集 | |||
| Tomboy 4 | 化身姑娘第四集 | |||
| Hong Kong Song Girl | 香江歌女 | |||
| 1940 | The Adventures of Chinese Tarzan | 中國泰山歷險記 | ||
| The Perfect Beauty | 絕代佳人 | Li Zicheng | also producer | |
| Revolt of the Fishing Folks | 打漁殺家 | |||
| The Gardener and a Lady | 薛仁貴與柳迎春 | |||
| 1941 | The Marriage Trap | 美人計 | Liu Bei | |
| A Prostitute and a General | 賽金花 | Alfred von Waldersee | ||
| The Sparrow Flies East and South | 孔雀東南飛 | |||
| Ancient Kingdom of Human Freaks | 古國人妖 | |||
| Song Girl Red Peony | 歌女紅牡丹 | |||
| 1943 | Under the Roofs of Shanghai | 上海屋簷下 | ||
| Peach Blossom Pond | 桃花潭水 | |||
| Torrent | 激流 | |||
| The Story of Qiu Haitang | 秋海棠 | Yuan Shaowen | 2-part film | |
| 1944 | The Hero and the Beauty | 英雄美人 | ||
| Love of Fermented Rice | 麴海情濤 | |||
| Return of the Phoenix | 鳳還巢 |
References edit
- ^ "Actors: Wang Naidong". China-Underground Movie Database. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ^ "List of Male actors from Wuhan - FamousFix List". FamousFix.com. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ^ "The Fool's Honeymoon (傻仔洞房, 1957) :: Everything about cinema of Hong Kong, China and Taiwan". en.hkcinema.ru. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
- ^ "Sar Kua Chew Ai (傻瓜求爱, 1957) :: Everything about cinema of Hong Kong, China and Taiwan". en.hkcinema.ru. Retrieved 2024-02-12.
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