I was going through my movie collection and came across Shadow Magic (2000).
There are very few movies that feel completely wholesome and charming. This is one of them. It’s a very interesting story about Western silent film technology making it’s first appearance in China in 1902. It was the first directing effort by Ann Hu and it felt like she was a seasoned veteran with a fresh take. It was made for North American audiences, but shot in China and apparently co-funded by the Chinese government.
It has melodrama in spades, but of the highest quality. It’s heart warming, and the reactions of the patrons upon viewing the technology for the first time really draws you in. Definitely watch it! 
Note: I believe it’s on Amazon Prime currently.