Match Maker for Successful Candidate (1982)

0.0/10 97 min Romance Music Drama

Overview

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.

Cast

Ivy Ling Po

Yun Ching

Yang Li-Hua

Yun Chyun

Niu Fang-yu

Wu Chia-Chi

Chu Ben-Ke

Lu Wei

Chen Chen

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