What is Hibiscus Town?
Hibiscus Town is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama, History, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1987
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 164 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 5, 1987
- Studios
- Shanghai Film Studio
- Genres
- Drama, History, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~164 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Shanghai Film Studio
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Overview
Hibiscus Town is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama, History, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Shanghai Film Studio. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A young woman's love and survival unfold amid China's Cultural Revolution.”
- Rich period detail of 1970s China
- Emotional storytelling centered on a female protagonist
- Lengthy 2h44 runtime may feel slow
- Melodramatic tone may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you appreciate historical romances that explore personal struggle during turbulent times.
The film presents intense emotional drama within a politically charged historical setting.
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What genre does Hibiscus Town belong to?
It is classified as a drama, history, and romance film, often described as a melodramatic "scar drama".
When was Hibiscus Town released?
The film was released in 1987.
What is the source material for the film?
It is based on the novel of the same name by Gu Hua.
Which historical period does the story depict?
The narrative is set during China’s Cultural Revolution.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes.
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