The Glamorous Boys of Tang
The Glamorous Boys of Tang

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The Glamorous Boys of Tang

2019
Movie
15 min
No Language

In artist Su Hui-yu’s signature style, a moody slow-motion pan captures a wild, glitter-scattered, blood-splattered orgy during the Tang dynasty. The film is an invocation of scenes from 1985 Taiwanese cult film Tang Chao Chi Li that only existed in the screenplay, unfilmed until now due to what can only be imagined as budgetary restrictions and censorship pressures during the Martial Law era. Presented without narrative context, the orgiastic murder scene plays out like an unsettling nightmare.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Zhang LiGenres: Historical, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

The series chronicles the rise and fall of a group of talented young men in the Tang Dynasty, focusing on their ambitions, loves, and rivalries. Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and cultural flourishing, it explores their journeys as they navigate the complexities of court life and personal relationships. Their quest for power and recognition often leads to dramatic conflicts and emotional turmoil.

Critical Reception

The series garnered moderate attention for its ambitious scope and visual presentation, though critical reception was mixed. Some praised its detailed historical setting and character development, while others found the pacing uneven and certain plot points to be overly melodramatic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its opulent costumes and set design, vividly recreating the Tang Dynasty era.

  • Appreciated for exploring the intertwined relationships and power struggles among the young protagonists.

  • Criticized by some for its slower narrative pace in certain episodes and for leaning heavily into dramatic tropes.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Glamorous Boys of Tang' are generally positive, with many viewers enjoying the historical drama and the romantic subplots. The visual aesthetics and the performances of the main cast were frequently highlighted as strengths. Some viewers expressed a desire for more focused storytelling and quicker plot progression.

Fun Fact

The production team reportedly spent over a year researching Tang Dynasty fashion and architecture to ensure historical accuracy in the series' visual elements.

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