Raise the Red Lantern

Raise the Red Lantern

1991 · 2h05 · Film

Directed by Zhang Yimou

Starring Gong Li, Kong Lin, Chu Xiao

7.9/10Aggregated public rating
805 votes
Vibes:to cry
Vibes:tearscontemplation
Ideal when you feel… Sad / low Exhausted
Drama

In 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes a concubine of a powerful lord and is forced to compete with his three wives for the privileges gained.

Original title
大红灯笼高高挂
Original language
Chinese
Screenplay
Su Tong, Ni Zhen
Music
Jiping Zhao
Cinematography
Lun Yang, Zhao Fei
Cast
Ding Weimin

Updated July 22, 2026

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