The Legend of Purple Hairpin
Feb 18, 1959 · 2h 15m
Director
Lee TitOverview
An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.
Cast of The Legend of Purple Hairpin
Crew of The Legend of Purple Hairpin
Lee TitDirector- Tong Tik-SangWriter, Music, Script
- Xianxu TangWriter
- Qiang KongProducer
- Nam TamEditor
- Nan TanEditor
Lin Hsiao-LaoMusician- Hau ChanMusician
- Ngai-Hong ChuMusician
- Siu-Wing LauMusician
- Suen LunCinematography
- Zhixing LiangSet Decoration
- So LeeMusician
- Che-See WongMusician
- Bing-Kwong ChiuStory Editor
- Yuet-Sang WongMusic
- Leung Yue-FongMusician
- Wing-Tong GanMusician
- Qiuhua PangAssistant Director
- Hai-Chi HoMusician
About The Legend of Purple Hairpin
What is The Legend of Purple Hairpin about?
An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.
When was The Legend of Purple Hairpin released?
The Legend of Purple Hairpin was released on February 18, 1959.
How long is The Legend of Purple Hairpin?
The Legend of Purple Hairpin runs 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).
Who directed The Legend of Purple Hairpin?
The Legend of Purple Hairpin was directed by Lee Tit.
Who is in the cast of The Legend of Purple Hairpin?
The cast of The Legend of Purple Hairpin includes Yam Kim-Fai (Yi Li), Pak Suet-Sin (Huo), Leung Sing Poh, Chan Lap-ban and Pinmei Chen.