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Raise the Red Lantern

The China Institute in America celebrates the work of internationally acclaimed “fifth generation” Chinese filmmaker, Zhang Yimou, with free screenings of four of his dramatic works. All films are in Chinese with English subtitles. Seating is limited, pre-registration required

When:
June 4, 2013 6:30pm to 12:00am
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ZHANG Yimou, 1991

Follows the tale of an educated woman who becomes the newest wife of a feudal nobleman in 1920s China. Nearly isolated in his spacious estate, she develops relationships with several of the other wives, all vying for the attentions of their husband.

Cost: 
Free, pre-registration required.