An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty
Directed by Eddie Fong Ling-Ching
Produced by Shaw Brothers
A period drama about a free-spirited woman who defies social convention through spiritual practice and erotic desire, balancing rebellion with consequence.
Rebellious Yu Yuan-gi becomes a Taoist priestess in order to avoid traditional roles designated to her as a woman by the society and focus on her studies and poetry. However, her trysts with both her maid and a ronin lead to trouble.
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Is An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
Does An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
