Raise the Red Lantern

  • China Da hong deng long gao gao gua (more)
China / Hong Kong, 1991, 125 min

Directed by:

Yimou Zhang

Based on:

Su Tong (book)

Screenplay:

Ni Zhen

Cinematography:

Fei Zhao, Lun Yang
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China in the 1920s. After her father’s death, 19 year old Songlian is forced to marry the much older lord of a powerful family. With three wives already, each living in a separate house within the great castle, there is fierce competition for his attention and the privileges that are gained. (Via Vision Entertainment)

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kaylin 

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English This film might captivate you with its story, but it will enchant you the most with its beautiful visual aspect, especially the scenes with snow, which are simply stunning. This is something that can enchant you, something you want to look at because it's beautiful. And amidst the red splatters, a tragic story unfolds about the destructive power of traditions. ()

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