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The Legend of the Red Lantern

1970 · 112 min Music Drama
4.4 / 10 · TMDB

The play concentrated on the exploits of the communist underground activities under Japanese occupation in 1939, though history traces back in the 1920s. When Li Yuhe, a railroad worker who was engaging in underground work, was taken away by special agents and Grandma Li has a premonition of being arrested, Grandma tells the protagonist, Li Tiemei the true story about her family. Grandma Li tells Li Tiemei how her parents have sacrificed their lives in the revolutionary struggle. Li Yuhe has taken up the unfulfilled task of the martyrs. After hearing the heroic story about her family, Li Tiemei is determined to follow the example of her father and carry the revolution through to the end.

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Original Title 红灯记
Year 1970
Country China
Genre Music, Drama
Director Cheng Yin
Runtime 112 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.4/10 (5 votes)

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The Legend of the Red Lantern is an acquired taste at 4.4/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1970. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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