Match Maker for Successful Candidate (1982)
Synopsis
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.
Release Date: 1982-01-01
Runtime: 97 minutes
Director: Pao Hsueh-Li
Top Cast
- Ivy Ling Po as Yun Ching
- Yang Li-Hua as Yun Chyun
- Niu Fang-yu as
- Liu Ming as
- Wu Chia-Chi as
- Chu Ben-Ke as
- Lu Wei as
- Hsia Ling-Ling as
- Hsiao Liang-Ge as
- Cheung Ping as
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