黄金甲

In ancient China, the Emperor returns to the capital with his son, Prince Jai, leading to growing tensions within the royal family. The Empress, aware of a secret affair between Jai and his older brother, Prince Wan, plots a rebellion with the aid of her physician and her loyal generals. As power struggles and betrayal unfold, the opulent Golden House becomes a stage for a bloody confrontation.

Curse of the Golden Flower was a visual spectacle that garnered praise for its stunning cinematography and lavish production design, but received mixed reviews for its convoluted plot and excessive violence. It was a commercial success, particularly in China.

• Praised for its breathtaking visual artistry and grand scale.
• Criticized for a melodramatic and often convoluted narrative.
• The performances, particularly by Gong Li and Chow Yun-fat, were noted as strong.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's impressive visual design and epic scope, often highlighting the striking costumes and set pieces. However, some found the storyline to be overly dramatic and difficult to follow, with a few disliking the intense violence.

Nominated for Best Art Direction at the 79th Academy Awards. Won Best Costume Design at the 16th Golden Rooster Awards.

The film is based on a 1934 Chinese play called 'Thunderstorm' by Cao Yu, though the setting and specific plot points were significantly altered for the movie.