Stretching across the canvas of the Sino-Japanese War of the 30s, the subsequent Japanese surrender in 1945, and the onslaught of Communism, this film depicts an ill-fated romance between a talented lady novelist and a Chinese traitor working with the Japanese who fall victim to the mayhem of war and their tragic inability to reconcile political differences.
| Original Title | 滾滾紅塵 |
| Year | 1990 |
| Country | Hong Kong, Taiwan |
| Genre | War, Romance |
| Director | Yim Ho |
| Runtime | 94 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (25 votes) |
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This is a poignant examination of how grand historical forces invade the most private spaces of the human heart, turning love into a political battleground. The narrative compellingly portrays the impossibility of neutrality in times of ideological conflict.
What lingers after the credits roll is a profound sense of melancholy for the personal casualties of history—the relationships and individual dreams sacrificed at the altar of political allegiance. It’s a sobering reflection on loyalty and love. — MovieFinder Editorial
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