Overview

An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.

Cast

Yam Kim-Fai, Pak Suet-Sin, Leung Sing Poh, Chan Lap-Ban, Pinmei Chen, Cheung Sang, Cheung Sing-Fei, Chu Siu-Boh

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What is "The Legend of Purple Hairpin" about?

An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.

When was "The Legend of Purple Hairpin" released?

The Legend of Purple Hairpin was released in 1959.

Who stars in "The Legend of Purple Hairpin"?

The cast includes Yam Kim-Fai, Pak Suet-Sin, Leung Sing Poh, Chan Lap-Ban.

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