You Yuan Jing Meng
2001 / 122m - Hong Kong
Romance
4.0*/5.0*
Peony Pavilion poster

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November 25, 2023

4.0*/5.0*

Yonfan delivers his take on Xianzu's traditional story. Yonfan is one of the first directors to represent the LGBTQ+ community in Hong Kong cinema, so it should be no surprise that his version of the story includes a same-sex relationship. It's the stylish and colorful cinematography, the gripping soundtrack, and Rie Miyazawa's utterly enchanting performance that give the film its real power though. It's been ages since I last watched the film, but it managed to win me over for a second time. A little-known gem, by an underrated director.

April 05, 2008

4.0*/5.0*