The Peony Pavilion
Originally released in 1988. The Peony Pavilion is a documentary/music film. directed by Alain Mazars. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean-Noël Sissia
Synopsis
A young aristocrat is seduced by a young man who appeared to her in a dream one spring afternoon. Captive of this impossible love, the young girl is dying of melancholy. But the constancy of her love is stronger than death; she wins the pity of the judge of the underworld, manages to find her lover and come back to life. The opera "The Peony Pavilion" was composed in 1598 by the poet Tang Xianzu (1550-1617), one of the greatest playwrights of the Ming period. Of all the forms of Chinese opera that have followed one another since the 12th century, the kunqu is the one that best preserves the image of a classical art highly appreciated in educated circles for its musical, literary and gestural refinement.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- La Sept Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Peony Pavilion about?
A young aristocrat is seduced by a young man who appeared to her in a dream one spring afternoon. Captive of this impossible love, the young girl is dying of melancholy. But the constancy of her lo...
Who directed The Peony Pavilion?
The Peony Pavilion was directed by Alain Mazars.
How long is The Peony Pavilion?
The Peony Pavilion has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was The Peony Pavilion released?
The Peony Pavilion was released on January 1, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Peony Pavilion?
The main cast of The Peony Pavilion includes Jean-Noël Sissia.