The White Countess

Set in Shanghai in the late 1930s, 'The White Countess' follows a blind former diplomat named Jackson who befriends a Russian countess named Sofia, who works as a dance hall hostess to support herself and her family. The film explores their complex relationship against the backdrop of political upheaval and the looming threat of World War II. As they navigate personal struggles and societal challenges, their bond deepens as they search for hope and meaning in a tumultuous world.