Drama,Action,Fantasy
China,Hong Kong
Curse of the Golden Flower is a Chinese historical drama film directed by Zhang Yimou. The movie takes place during the Tang dynasty and centers around the royal family and their struggles for power and control.
The emperor, played by Chow Yun-fat, is a tyrant who lives in a lavish palace with his wife, the princess, played by Gong Li. The princess has been trapped in the palace for many years and has grown resentful of her husband's control over her life. She has also started an affair with her stepson, the eldest son of the emperor, played by Jay Chou.
The plot thickens when the emperor returns home after a long absence and decides to celebrate the upcoming festival with his family. However, tensions arise between the emperor and his sons, and the princess becomes increasingly desperate to escape the palace and her husband's control.
As the festival approaches, the emperor's paranoia and unhinged behavior escalate, and the family's dark secrets are revealed. The curse of the golden flower is ultimately unleashed, leading to a dramatic and tragic finale.
Curse of the Golden Flower is a visually stunning movie with elaborate costumes and intricate set designs. The film was critically acclaimed and won several awards, including a Cannes Film Festival award for best art direction.
