A Chinese Cracker: The Making of 'The Peony Pavilion' in Shanghai New York and Paris

A Chinese Cracker: The Making of 'The Peony Pavilion' in Shanghai New York and Paris

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0h53min
2001Documentary

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Follow the making of a Chinese opera in Shanghai, New York, and Paris. Explore love and destiny with the cast and directors.

Hint: In a race across the US heartland, a red car discovers the true meaning of friendship.

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This made-for-TV documentary details the work that went into the production of The Peony Pavilion, a Chinese opera about love and destiny from beyond the grave. Film fans are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this condensed version of the 19-hour original, as well as to interviews with the directors and cast members, who give their insights into the efforts that were needed to bring this project to completion.