Release Year: 1993
Runtime: 171 min
Director: Chen Kaige
Cast: Leslie Cheung, Zhang Fengyi, Gong Li, Lü Qi, Ying Da
Studios: Beijing Film Studio, China Film Co-Production, Tomson (Hong Kong) Films Co., Ltd.
In an epic tale of theater, gender, love and class, two Beijing opera actors navigate political turmoil as their friendship evolves over decades.
Special Features:
New 4K digital restoration of the original director's cut
with 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack.
One 4K UHD disc of the film and one Blu-ray with the film and special features
New conversation between Chinese cultural studies scholar Michael Berry and film producer Janet Yang
Documentary from 2003 on the making of the film
Interview from 1993 with director Chen Kaige conducted by journalist Charlie Rose
Trailer
New English subtitle translation
PLUS: An essay by author and scholar Pauline Chen
Technical Specifications:
- 5.1 Surround
- DTS-HD Master Audio
- 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio
