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Romance on Lushan Mountain 2010
The classic film "Romance on Lushan Mountain" was a big hit in China in 1980. Thirty years later, leading actress Zhang Yu is delivering a sequel to fans, but this time as the director. Now let's take a closer look at Friday's premiere in Nanjing. It's just a peck on the cheek to filmgoers today, but that was the first kiss featured in a movie made after the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949. Not only did it break a taboo on big screen intimacy, but it also made then-23-year-old actress Zhang Yu an idol throughout the country. Now, 30 years later, Zhang is back as the director presenting a sequel to the classic romance. She says the new film is out to explore the meaning of real love. Attaching 2010 to the original name, the new "Romance on Lushan Mountain" appeals to today's audiences. The film will be released across China on October 5th.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Zhou Ling is engaged to a wealthy businessman, but her heart is torn when she encounters an artist named Li Meng. As she navigates societal expectations and her own desires, Zhou Ling must decide between a secure future and a passionate, uncertain love. The film explores themes of tradition versus modernity and the complexities of finding true happiness.
Critical Reception
Romance on Lushan Mountain 2010 received a mixed reception. While some critics appreciated its attempt to update a classic romance narrative for a modern audience and praised the scenic cinematography, others found the plot predictable and the character development lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many enjoying the romantic elements and visual appeal, while some found it to be a superficial portrayal of relationships.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visually appealing cinematography and romantic themes.
Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
Seen as a modernized, albeit somewhat superficial, take on classic romance tropes.
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Fun Fact
This film is a sequel to the 1980 film 'Romance on Lushan Mountain', which was one of the first romance films produced in mainland China after the Cultural Revolution.
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