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Raise the Red Lantern

1991 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary

7.9/10

Rating

125 min

Runtime

1991

Release Year

Zhang Yimou

Director

Cast

Gong Li, He Saifei, Cao Cuifen, Kong Lin, Zhao Qi

Quick Synopsis

In 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.

Full Plot Summary of Raise the Red Lantern

In 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.

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