Often, cinema forces audiences to confront harsh realities, even if they seem like accepted elements of a specific culture. Zhang Yimou is no stranger to showing the beautiful qualities of China, yet is not afraid to address the darker sides of his country, such as the history, political corruption, or elements of culture. Nowadays, the director is internationally recognized for his martial arts features such as “Hero,” “House of Flying Daggers,” and “Shadow.” Yet, his directorial career began primarily directing personal dramas that followed women in their struggles against oppression and strict cultural expectations. One of Yimou's most confrontational films is his haunting masterpiece “Raise the Red Lantern.”
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The movie is based on the novella of the same name written by Su Tong. Another recognized title for the story is “Wives and Concubine.” Writing the screenplay is Ni Zhen',...
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The movie is based on the novella of the same name written by Su Tong. Another recognized title for the story is “Wives and Concubine.” Writing the screenplay is Ni Zhen',...
- 5/12/2023
- by Sean Barry
- AsianMoviePulse
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