Days in the Water

Days in the Water

1960 · 93 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

At a 1930s swimming match, a Chinese champion is forced to lose to his American rival. Later, the Chinese champion's son, another potential champion, is torn between the rigours of training and the lure of romance.

Directed by Tian Xie · Written by Xifan Xu

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