Reign Behind a Curtain is a 1983 historical drama film directed by Li Han-hsiang. Sequel to The Burning of Imperial Palace, this film tells the story of Cixi's consolidation of power. It stars Liu Xiaoqing as Empress Dowager Cixi, Chan Wah as Empress Dowager Ci'an and Tony Leung Ka-fai as the Xianfeng Emperor. The film was nominated for eight awards at the 3rd Hong Kong Film Awards and won two. Tony Leung, who made his debut in The Burning of Imperial Palace, won the Best Actor Award.
Reign Behind a Curtain (1983)
Directed by Han Hsiang Li
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Movie Info
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Empress Dowager Cixi, Tony Leung Ka-fai
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Filming Location: Beijing
Narrative Location: Beijing
Narrative Location: Beijing
Alternate Titles
Chui lian ting zheng
, HK
Reign Behind a Curtain
GB, US
Reign Behind the Curtain
Seitaigô
JP
垂帘听政
CN
西太后
JP