Empire of Silver

Set against the backdrop of 1899, Lord Kang faces a daunting decision regarding which of his three sons will inherit the family’s esteemed banking dynasty. As he reluctantly chooses his unpredictable youngest son to take the reins, their relationship becomes strained amid escalating political unrest. The struggle between familial loyalty and personal ambition intensifies, testing the very fabric of their bond. This gripping drama earned the Special Jury Award at the 2009 Shanghai International Film Festival, highlighting the complexities of legacy and power within a turbulent era.