The Empress Dowager

Name: The Empress Dowager
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1989
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Liu Xiaoqing, Gong Li, Chen Daoming, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Chen Ye

1989

1h 30min

6.6

Drama

History

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Overview

Han Hsiang Li's lush epic re-creates the fascinating life and times of Tzu Hsi, the Manchu Qing dynasty empress who rose from the ranks of Emperor Xianfeng's many concubines to become the de facto ruler of China for nearly 50 years.

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Who directed The Empress Dowager?

The Empress Dowager was directed by Li Han-Hsiang.

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How long is The Empress Dowager?

The Empress Dowager runs for 1h 30min, and was released in 1989.

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