Curse of the Golden Flower

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Gong Li in a still from the movie Curse of the Golden Flower (BCCL Photo)

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The story focuses on a dysfunctional imperial family. Like any big family in feudal times, beneath the glamour, lie the deepest secrets and film unveils these deep dark secrets of the Emperor (Chow Yun Fat) and the Empress (Gong Li) in a opulent and emotional drama. (BCCL Photo)

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Every frame of the movie doles out the spirit of China, right from the Colorful Chinese art glass used on the sets to "Dragon Robel" and the "Phoenix Gown" worn by the Emperer and the Emperess. Seen here actress Gong Li. (BCCL Photo)

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This one is Zhang Yimou's third action film, in which story is the most important element. It is a conduit through which relationships are revealed and conflicts are resolved. Seen here actor Chow Yun Fat as the Emperor. (BCCL Photo)