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The Magic Lamp
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The Magic Lamp

1964 · 97 min Drama Music Fantasy
⭐ 7.0 / 10 · TMDB

Adapted from one of China's most well-known fairy tales, the Goddess of Mount Hua falls in love with a young mortal scholar Liu Yanchang and gives birth to a baby son, Chenxiang. When Chenxiang grows up, he seeks to unravel the mystery surrounding his mother whom he has never met.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Magic Lamp is a solid entry rated 7.0/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1964. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Grace Chang

Grace Chang

Goddess of Mountain Hua

Doreen Chien Rong-Rong

Doreen Chien Rong-Rong

Fairy Lingzhi

Lucilla Yu Ming

Lucilla Yu Ming

Liu Yanchang (young)

Jeanette Lin Tsui

Jeanette Lin Tsui

Liu Chenxiang

Zhao Lei

Zhao Lei

Erlang, Vanguard of Heaven

Tin Ching

Tin Ching

Liu Yanchang (middle-aged)

Annette Chang Hui-Hsien

Annette Chang Hui-Hsien

Liu Qiu'er

Wang Lai

Wang Lai

Wang Guiying

Yin Wang

Yin Wang

God of Thunder

Kelly Lai Chen

Kelly Lai Chen

Heavenly Dog

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