The Legend of Purple Hairpin

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Released February 18, 1959

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Overview

An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.

Runtime

2h 15m


Origin Country

Hong Kong SAR China


Original Language

cn


Original Title

紫釵記


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Hong Kong

Spoken Languages

  • 广州话 / 廣州話 (Cantonese)

Production Companies

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    Bo Ying

    Hong Kong SAR China

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