Mei Hei

The film tells the story of Niu Yuwen, a young village official who leads the locals in building a beautiful countryside. Through intricately woven comedic conflicts and a vivid, humorous, and emotionally resonant narrative, the film allows viewers to experience the interplay between personal destiny and the broader tides of the times; evoking both laughter and tears.

At the onset of the Anti-Japanese War, veteran Communist Wang Laogan operates a secret resistance from Shuiquan Tavern in occupied Shandong. As his team expands—bringing together former bandits, wealthy elites, and other awakened citizens—they carry out daring missions, culminating in a bold tunnel ambush that delivers a decisive blow to the Japanese forces.