5.8
2014
140 min
2014
2h 20m
5.8
/10
In 1920s Shanghai, two men create the prestigious Flowers Competition beauty pageant. When Wanyan Ying claims victory at the elite event, it triggers a chain of tragic events altering their fates.
“This film presents a visually extravagant spectacle with stunning period details and inventive genre blending. However, its sprawling narrative and uneven character dynamics undermine its artistic ambition, leaving a beautiful but ultimately muddled experience.”
Viewers who appreciate highly stylized visuals, experimental storytelling, and historical epics set in a vibrant 1920s Shanghai, even if it comes at the expense of a coherent plot.
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