Flowers of Shanghai (1998)
Original title: 海上花
Flowers of Shanghai is a 1998 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien, with a running time of 1h 53m. It stars Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Michiko Hada and Carina Lau.
At the end of the 19th century, Shanghai is divided into several foreign concessions. In the British concession, a number of luxurious “flower houses” are reserved for the male elite of the city. Since Chinese dignitaries are not allowed to frequent brothels, these establishments are the only ones that these men can visit. They form a self-contained world, with its own rites, traditions and even its own language. The men don’t only visit the houses to frequent the courtesans but also to dine, smoke opium, play mahjong and relax. The women working there are known as the “flowers of Shanghai”.
Quick answers
What is Flowers of Shanghai about?
At the end of the 19th century, Shanghai is divided into several foreign concessions. In the British concession, a number of luxurious “flower houses” are reserved for the male elite of the city. Since Chinese dignitaries are not allowed to frequent brothels, these establishments are the only ones that these men can visit. They form a self-contained world, with its own rites, traditions and even its own language. The men don’t only visit the houses to frequent the courtesans but also to dine, smoke opium, play mahjong and relax. The women working there are known as the “flowers of Shanghai”.
When was Flowers of Shanghai released?
Flowers of Shanghai was released on 5 October 1998.
How long is Flowers of Shanghai?
Flowers of Shanghai runs 1h 53m.
Who made Flowers of Shanghai?
Flowers of Shanghai was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
Where can I watch Flowers of Shanghai?
Flowers of Shanghai is available on Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Flowers of Shanghai
Stream: Criterion Channel
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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