Raise the Red Lantern (1991)

Overview : China in the 1920s. After her father's death, 19 year old Songlian is forced to marry the much older lord of a powerful family. With three wives already, each living in a separate house within the great castle, there is fierce competition for his attention and the privileges that are gained. This competition gets out of hand.

Runtime: 125 minutes

Release: Dec 18, 1991

Genre: Drama

Country: China, Hong Kong, Taiwan

Studio: China Film Co-Production Corporation, ERA International, Century Communications, Salon Films

Keyword: competition, romantic rivalry, marriage, polygamy, concubine, wealth, intrigue, oppression, 1920s