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.
Acting
Yam Kim-fai's gender-fluid charm redefined Chinese screen romance.
Production
Lavish opera staging that makes Hollywood musicals look minimalist.
Writing
Tong Tik-sang's dialogue soars between poetic and devastating.
Director
Lee Tit
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