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Tales of the Peony Lantern
Syo and Han, colleagues, are out enjoying a relaxing day fishing, when they happen upon Mayumi and Misako, a very attractive young woman and her mother. Mayumi suddently faints, and the two men rush over to help. Her mother explains that she is very ill and only has months to live. Han invites them back to his place to rest. Mayumi and Han clearly are attracted to each other, and after a specific request from Misako, they sleep together. Things are about to take a turn from intriguing to weird, and even frightening, as Mayumi and her mother are not what they seem. A classic Pink love/horror story!
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Plot Summary
This television series reimagines the classic Chinese folktale of the Peony Lantern. It tells the story of a young scholar who falls in love with a beautiful maiden who turns out to be a ghost. Their forbidden love faces numerous supernatural and worldly obstacles as the ghost maiden attempts to help the scholar achieve his ambitions while navigating the precarious balance between the living and spirit realms.
Critical Reception
As a television series, 'Tales of the Peony Lantern' received a generally positive reception, particularly for its faithfulness to the original legend and its poignant portrayal of love and sacrifice. It resonated with audiences who appreciate traditional Chinese storytelling and fantasy elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its romantic and mystical narrative.
Appreciated for its visual style and emotional depth.
Seen as a faithful and engaging adaptation of a classic tale.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the series' ability to evoke strong emotions and its compelling love story between the mortal and the supernatural. Viewers frequently mention the touching performances and the beautiful rendition of the well-known legend.
Fun Fact
The legend of the Peony Lantern has been adapted into numerous forms of Chinese opera, film, and television over centuries, with this 2006 series being one of the more recent interpretations.
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