Match Maker for Successful Candidate · 1982
Match Maker for Successful Candidate (1982) is a Romance / Music / Drama film directed by Pao Hsueh-Li, starring Ivy Ling Po, Yang Li-Hua, Niu Fang-yu.
RomanceMusicDrama
Overview
Half-brothers Yan Jun and Yan Qing share a bond of deep respect and affection, yet their mother openly favors Yan Jun. Following a matchmaker's advice, a "joy-bringing" marriage is arranged for sickly Yan Jun. To spare his brother, Yan Qing steps in as the groom. This remarkable film unites two legendary performers of Chinese opera cinema: Ling Po and Yang Li-hua, both are celebrated for their iconic male roles played by women. It also marked Yang Li-hua's final film performance and represents the last traditional Huangmei opera film ever made, closing a significant chapter in Chinese cinema history.
Cast
Ivy Ling Po, Yang Li-Hua, Niu Fang-yu, Liu Ming, Wu Chia-Chi, Chu Ben-Ke, Lu Wei, Hsia Ling-Ling
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What is "Match Maker for Successful Candidate" about?
Half-brothers Yan Jun and Yan Qing share a bond of deep respect and affection, yet their mother openly favors Yan Jun. Following a matchmaker's advice, a "joy-bringing" marriage is arranged for sickly Yan Jun. To spare his brother, Yan Qing steps in as the groom. This remarkable film unites two legendary performers of Chinese opera cinema: Ling Po and Yang Li-hua, both are celebrated for their iconic male roles played by women. It also marked Yang Li-hua's final film performance and represents the last traditional Huangmei opera film ever made, closing a significant chapter in Chinese cinema history.
When was "Match Maker for Successful Candidate" released?
Match Maker for Successful Candidate was released in 1982.
Who stars in "Match Maker for Successful Candidate"?
The cast includes Ivy Ling Po, Yang Li-Hua, Niu Fang-yu, Liu Ming.
