Beauty of Beauties (1965)

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Hsi Shih: The Beauty of Beauties was one of the most ambitious films made in the Taiwan film industry in the 1960s. After leaving The Shaw Brothers studio in Hong Kong and moving to Taiwan, filmmaker Li Han-hsiang mounted this historical epic. Told through the story of Xishi (Hsi Shih), one of the 'Four Great Beauties' of Chinese history, the film portrays the war between two Chinese Kingdoms during the Warring States Period (475-221 B.C). After the kingdom of Yue is defeated by the kingdom of Wu, King Goujian of Yue takes pains to prepare for his revenge and rebuild his country. Knowing that King Fucha of Wu is lewd and lustful, he offers Xisi to the court of Wu to serve as Fucha’s concubine, with Fucha unaware that she is also a spy. She uses her charm to draw Fucha away from his office and governance, while King Goujian rallies his forces together to attempt to reclaim his lands.

Director: Li Han-Hsiang
Genre: History, Drama, War
Runtime: 154 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Chang Chung-Min
Production: Taiwan Film Studio, Grand Motion Picture Co., Ltd.
Country: Taiwan
Language: 普通话
Original Language: zh

Keywords

romance, warring states period, 5th century bc, ancient china

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Beauty of Beauties about?
Hsi Shih: The Beauty of Beauties was one of the most ambitious films made in the Taiwan film industry in the 1960s. After leaving The Shaw Brothers studio in Hong Kong and moving to Taiwan, filmmaker Li Han-hsiang mounted this historical epic. Told through the story of Xishi (Hsi Shih), one of the 'Four Great Beauties' of Chinese history, the film portrays the war between two Chinese Kingdoms during the Warring States Period (475-221 B.C). After the kingdom of Yue is defeated by the kingdom of Wu, King Goujian of Yue takes pains to prepare for his revenge and rebuild his country. Knowing that King Fucha of Wu is lewd and lustful, he offers Xisi to the court of Wu to serve as Fucha’s concubine, with Fucha unaware that she is also a spy. She uses her charm to draw Fucha away from his office and governance, while King Goujian rallies his forces together to attempt to reclaim his lands.
Who directed Beauty of Beauties?
Beauty of Beauties was directed by Li Han-Hsiang.
Who stars in Beauty of Beauties?
Beauty of Beauties stars Chiang Ching, Zhao Lei, Chu Mu, Ku Chun, Ma Chi, Hung Po.
How long is Beauty of Beauties?
Beauty of Beauties has a runtime of 2h 34m (154 minutes).
What genre is Beauty of Beauties?
Beauty of Beauties is a History, Drama, War film.
Where was Beauty of Beauties produced?
Beauty of Beauties was produced in Taiwan.