So Close to Paradise (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1998, So Close to Paradise is a drama and crime film directed by Wang Xiaoshuai, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Two young farm workers, who like millions of others, leave their village to seek their fortunes in the city. Each chose a vastly different path to make it and become embroiled in misunderstandings, gangster brawls and police raids.
Who’s in it. So Close to Paradise stars Yu Shi as Dongzi, Tong Wang as Ruan Hong, Guo Tao and Tao Wu.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, So Close to Paradise has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch So Close to Paradise page.
If you liked it. Fans of So Close to Paradise tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch So Close to Paradise (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for So Close to Paradise change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is So Close to Paradise worth watching?
- So Close to Paradise holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in So Close to Paradise?
- So Close to Paradise stars Yu Shi, Tong Wang, Guo Tao and Tao Wu.