Romance of the West Chamber

A light, playful period romance with a mischievous matchmaker, sensual undertones, and a gentle, easygoing charm.

Directed by

Lam Yee-Hung

Genres

History, Romance

Starring

Chisato Kawamura, Jimmy Wong Shu-kei, Elvis Tsui Kam-kong

Overview

Cheung, a 23-year-old unmarried travelling scholar, stops by the monastery, where he sees a beautiful woman. Against the rules, Monk Faben allows Cheung to stay and woo the girl, Ann-Ann. She is shy, and also the Prime Minister's daughter, so the wooing is arranged by Ann-Ann's maid Hung.

How it feels

Romantic, light, whimsical and warm. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Love, class, identity, family

Content

Strong sexual content. Mild language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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