Raise the Red Lantern (1991)
Original title: 大红灯笼高高挂
Raise the Red Lantern is a 1991 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Zhang Yimou, with a running time of 2h 5m. It stars Gong Li, He Saifei and Cao Cuifen.
In 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.
Quick answers
What is Raise the Red Lantern about?
In 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.
When was Raise the Red Lantern released?
Raise the Red Lantern was released on 18 December 1991.
How long is Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern runs 2h 5m.
Who made Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern was directed by Zhang Yimou.