Hibiscus Town
Based on a novel by the same name written by Gu Hua, a melodrama about the life and travails of a young woman who lives through the turmoil of the Cultural Revolution.
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About Hibiscus Town
Hibiscus Town is a 1987 Chinese-language drama, history and romance film directed by Xie Jin. The cast is led by Liu Xiaoqing, Jiang Wen, Zheng Zaishi. It has a runtime of 2h 44m. Viewers rate it 8.0/10 across 100 ratings.
Hibiscus Town was produced by Shanghai Film Studio and made in China. It was released on March 5, 1987.
- Director
- Xie Jin
- Writers
- Zhong A-Cheng, Xie Jin
- Release date
- March 5, 1987
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- China
- Production
- Shanghai Film Studio
Hibiscus Town cast & crew
Hibiscus Town was directed by Xie Jin and written by Zhong A-Cheng and Xie Jin.
The cast features Liu Xiaoqing as Hu Yuyin, Jiang Wen as Qin Shutian, Zheng Zaishi as Gu Yanshan, Zhu Shibin as Wang Qiush, Xu Songzi as Li Guoxiang, and Zhang Guangbei as Li Mangeng.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Ge Yan, cinematography is by Junfu Lu, and it was produced by Tang Lixuan.
Is Hibiscus Town worth watching?
Hibiscus Town holds an audience score of 8.0/10 from 61 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 44m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy drama, history, and romance, Hibiscus Town is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Hibiscus Town
Liu Xiaoqing
Hu Yuyin
Jiang Wen
Qin Shutian
Zheng Zaishi
Gu Yanshan
Zhu Shibin
Wang Qiush
Xu Songzi
Li Guoxiang
Zhang Guangbei
Li Mangeng
Xu Ning
Spicy Five Claws
Harrison Liu
Li Guigui
Mai Wenyan
Medical Officer
Hibiscus Town — FAQs
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▸What language is Hibiscus Town in?
Hibiscus Town is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Hibiscus Town?
Hibiscus Town runs 2 hours 44 minutes (164 minutes).
▸What is Hibiscus Town rated?
It holds a 8.0/10 audience score from 61 ratings.
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