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1997

The Soong Sisters

Directed by Mabel Cheung Yuen-Ting
One loved money. One loved power. And one loved China.

The Soong family was a political dynasty in China that reached the highest levels of power. This film follows the lives of the three Soong daughters, who were educated in America and returned to China. Ai-ling married a wealthy and powerful businessman. Ching-ling married Sun Yat-sen, the revolutionary founder of modern China. Mei-ling married Chiang Kai-shek, China's leader during World War II. The sisters captured the world's fascination for their brilliant marriages and their strong influence on their nation.

Duration

2h 25m

Released

May 1, 1997

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6.7

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Cast13

  • Maggie Cheung
  • Michelle Yeoh
  • Vivian Wu
  • Winston Chao
  • Niu Zhen-Hua
  • Elaine Jin Yan-Ling
  • Jiang Wen
  • Wu Hsing-Guo
  • Liu Jin

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