directed by: Chen Kaige, year: 1993
actors: Leslie Cheung, Zhang Fengyi, Gong Li

Farewell My Concubine is a critically acclaimed Chinese film that explores the themes of identity, love, and the impact of historical change. Set against the backdrop of political turmoil in 20th-century China, the story follows the lives of two Peking opera actors. Their complex relationship is tested by personal and societal upheavals, as they struggle with loyalty and betrayal. The film is a poignant examination of the sacrifices made for art and the enduring nature of true passion.

Identity, Betrayal, Cultural Revolution, Opera, Love