Also known as: Da hong deng long gao gao gua
Genre: psychological drama
With: Gong Li, He Caifei, Cao Cuifeng
Director: Zhang Yimou
Release: 1991
Studio: Era International, Salon Productions, China Film Co-production Corporation – Orion Classics
Rating: PG
MBiS score: 8.5/10
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Story-line: after accepting to marry a rich Chinese master, nineteen-year-old Songlian moves to his mansion… to live with his three other wives.
Pluses: beautiful visuals and costumes, impeccable acting, remarkable direction and a strong story about household politics.
Minuses: none whatsoever.
Comments: this brutal Chinese film set in the 20s showcases Zhang Yimou’s world-class talent as a director and Gong Li’s fearsome acting chops. No doubt about it, this picture is a biggie.
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