Raise the Red Lantern (re-release)

Award-winning film that received the Silver Lion at Venice Film Festival and BAFTA for Best Non-English Language Film, plus an Oscar nomination. Starring the phenomenal Gong Li. 'Raise the Red Lantern' is an absolute masterpiece in the rich and eclectic work of Zhang Yimou ('House of Flying Daggers', 'To Live', 'Hero'). Set in 1920s China, 19-year-old Songlian becomes the fourth concubine of wealthy Mr. Chen. She enters his impressive mansion where specific rules apply and every aspect of daily life is shaped by centuries-old traditions. The protagonist gradually discovers that among the group of women she has joined, there is fierce competition for the master's affection.