The Empress Dowager (1975)
Original title: 傾國傾城
The Empress Dowager is a 1975 Chinese-language action movie directed by Li Han-Hsiang, with a running time of 2h 45m. It stars Lisa Lu, Ti Lung and Hsiao Yao.
This dragon lady of the Ching Dynasty was the power behind the throne for 50 years, and hew vast tapestry of palace intrigues is vividly brought to the screen in this memorable epic.
Quick answers
What is The Empress Dowager about?
This dragon lady of the Ching Dynasty was the power behind the throne for 50 years, and hew vast tapestry of palace intrigues is vividly brought to the screen in this memorable epic.
When was The Empress Dowager released?
The Empress Dowager was released on 23 July 1975.
How long is The Empress Dowager?
The Empress Dowager runs 2h 45m.
Who made The Empress Dowager?
The Empress Dowager was directed by Li Han-Hsiang.
Cast
- Lisa Lu as Tsz Hei, Empress Dowager
- Ti Lung as Emperor Kuang Hsu
- Hsiao Yao as Concubine Chen
- Miao Tian as Chief Eunuch Li Lien Ying
- David Chiang Da-Wei as Eunuch Ko Lien Tsai
- Ivy Ling Po as Empress Chin Feng
- Tanny Tien-Ni as Li Chieh
- Chen Ping as Concubine Jin
- Shum Lo as Eunuch Wang Shang
- Cheung Ying as Tutor Weng Tung Ho
- Ku Feng as Lord Li Hung Chang
- Hao Li-Jen as Prince Kung