Match Maker for Successful Candidate

Match Maker for Successful Candidate

Half-brothers Yan Jun and Yan Qing share a bond of deep respect and affection, yet their mother openly favors Yan Jun. Following a matchmaker's advice, a "joy-bringing" marriage is arranged for sickly Yan Jun. To spare his brother, Yan Qing steps in as the groom. This remarkable film unites two legendary performers of Chinese opera cinema: Ling Po and Yang Li-hua, both are celebrated for their iconic male roles played by women. It also marked Yang Li-hua's final film performance and represents the last traditional Huangmei opera film ever made, closing a significant chapter in Chinese cinema history.

Overview

Release Date
Jan 1, 1982
Original Title
狀元媒
Runtime
97 minutes
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Language
zh
Production Companies
Production Countries
Taiwan