Raise the Red Lantern
大红灯笼高高挂
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.
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Where can I watch Raise the Red Lantern in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern stars Gong Li, He Saifei, Cao Cuifen, Kong Lin, and Jin Shuyuan. Zhang Yimou is the director.
How long is Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern runs 2h 5m (125 minutes).
When did Raise the Red Lantern come out?
Raise the Red Lantern was released on December 18, 1991.
Which studio made Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern was produced by China Film Co-Production, Century Communications, and Salon Films in China and Hong Kong.
What was the budget for Raise the Red Lantern?
Raise the Red Lantern was made on a budget of $1,000,000.
How much did Raise the Red Lantern make at the box office?
Raise the Red Lantern grossed $16,600,000 worldwide, against a budget of $1,000,000.
What language is Raise the Red Lantern in?
Raise the Red Lantern is in Chinese, and its original title is 大红灯笼高高挂.
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