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Lover of the Last Empress

1995·Movie
1h 40min
57
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense and violent

  • Tension7
  • Violence7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Moving

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Romance6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy1

World

History, politics, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

The story of an innocent girl who is destined to become one of the emperor´s concubines. Initially she suffers from a loss of innocence and the intrigues of the other concubines but over the course of time she becomes less and less scrupulous and finally is impregnated by the emperor and thus becomes his wife - the empress of China. However, her "career" has corrupted her once innocent soul and so, after the emperor dies she rules the land with terror.
Historical Imperial DramaPolitical IntrigueBiographical Power StruggleErotic Period PieceCharacter TransformationDark & AmbitiousPsychological JourneyRise to PowerRuthless Ambition

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Lover of the Last Empress worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Lover of the Last Empress rated?

ViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Lover of the Last Empress?

1 h 40 min

Lover of the Last Empress runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Lover of the Last Empress based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is Lover of the Last Empress in?

cnChinese

It was made in cn, with some Chinese. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch Lover of the Last Empress?

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