Movie Description
狀元媒
(1982)Overview
Half-brothers Yan Jun and Yan Qing share a bond of deep respect and affection, yet their mother openly favors Yan Jun. Following a matchmaker's advice, a "joy-bringing" marriage is arranged for sickly Yan Jun. To spare his brother, Yan Qing steps in as the groom. This remarkable film unites two legendary performers of Chinese opera cinema: Ling Po and Yang Li-hua, both are celebrated for their iconic male roles played by women. It also marked Yang Li-hua's final film performance and represents the last traditional Huangmei opera film ever made, closing a significant chapter in Chinese cinema history.
Featured Crew
- Director : Pao Hsueh-Li
- Producer : Xie Lu-Dao,Ma Yung-lin
- Writer : Katy Chin Shu-Mei
- Editor : Chao Hsiung-Cheng
- Cast : Ivy Ling Po,Yang Li-Hua,Niu Fang-yu,Liu Ming,Wu Chia-Chi,Chu Ben-Ke,Lu Wei,Hsia Ling-Ling,Hsiao Liang-Ge,Cheung Ping,Chen Chen
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Facts
Original Title狀元媒
Status Released
Release Information
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1982-01-01
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 37m
Genres
- Romance
- Music
- Drama
