The Warlord and the Actress

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Released December 22, 1964

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Overview

A member of the Red Peony troupe, singer Tang Pei Hua (Yeh Feng) is renowned for her beautiful voice and appearances. Her beauty, however, invites the unwanted attentions of cruel and lecherous warlord Cao Lin (Zeng Mei). In order to escape Cao's grasp, Tang and her lover Lin Ke Qiang (Chin Han) decide to run away to the south where they can live freely. But their plan is uncovered by Cao, and Lin gets captured. In order to save Lin, Tang must sacrifice herself and entertain Japanese guests at a banquet, throwing herself into danger's way.

Runtime

1h 41m


Origin Country

Hong Kong SAR China


Original Language

Chinese


Original Title

血溅牡丹红


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Hong Kong

Spoken Languages

  • 普通话 (Mandarin)

Production Companies

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    Shaw Brothers

    Hong Kong SAR China

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