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Pavilion of Women
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Pavilion of Women

2001-04-20 · 116 min · ★ 5.4

War · Drama · Romance

With World War II looming, a prominent family in China must confront the contrasting ideas of traditionalism, communism and Western thinking, while dealing with the most important ideal of all: love and its meaning in society.

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Production details

Directors
Yim Ho
Production companies
Beijing Film Studio, China Film Co-Production
Countries
China
Status
Released
Budget
USD 5,000,000
Revenue
USD 1,000,000

Top Cast

Willem DafoeWillem DafoeFather Andre
Luo YanMadame Wu Ailian
Shek SauShek SauMr. Wu
Ding YiDing YiChiuming
John ChoJohn ChoFengmo Wu
Kate McGregor-StewartKate McGregor-StewartSister Shirley
Liu XinLiu XinKang's Wife
Amy HillAmy HillMadame Kang
Chieng Mun KohChieng Mun KohYing
Anita LooOld Lady Wu
Jia Dong LiuMr. Lang
Chen ShuChen ShuHead Servant
Poon Hang-SangPoon Hang-SangFat Cook
Wang LiKang Lin Yi
Yang RongYang RongKang Maid
Jin WangJin WangPin Tan Player

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