The Dream of the Red Chamber (1977)

Name: The Dream of the Red Chamber
Genre: Romance, Drama, History
Released: 1977
Duration: 108 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Brigitte Lin, Sylvia Chang, Michelle Yim, Deborah Lee, Wang Lai

1h 48m Hong Kong

Romance Drama History

Plot

Pao-yu finds himself deeply in love with his cousin Lin Tai-yu, yet his family's intentions for his marriage clash with his desires, setting the stage for inevitable heartache. As familial expectations loom large, the bond between Pao-yu and Lin Tai-yu faces insurmountable challenges. The rich tapestry of their lives is woven with love, ambition, and societal pressures, ultimately leading to a poignant exploration of love thwarted by destiny. Their story unfolds against a backdrop of tradition and longing, leaving both to grapple with the consequences of unfulfilled dreams.

Cast

Brigitte Lin Sylvia Chang Michelle Yim Deborah Lee Wang Lai Ou-Yang Sha-Fei Elliot Ngok Wah Nau Nau Hu Chin Chu Jing Yau Chui-Ling Kara Wai Ying-Hung Lau Wai-Ling Chiang Nan Lui Hung