Raise the Red Lantern (movie 1991) - Where to Watch & Attention

Q: Is "Raise the Red Lantern" based on a true story?

No, there has been no suggestion that "Raise the Red Lantern" is based on a true story.

Q: What sub-genres does "Raise the Red Lantern" belong to?

The Movie has the following sub-genres: 1920s, competition, concubine, intrigue, marriage, oppression, polygamy, romantic rivalry, wealth.

Q: What is the rating of "Raise the Red Lantern"?

The Movie is rated 8.1/10 on IMDb (38,447 votes), 79% on TMDB (774 votes), 97% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Q: When was "Raise the Red Lantern" released?

The Movie was released on December 18, 1991.

Q: What was the budget of "Raise the Red Lantern"?

The movie had a budget of $1,000,000.

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Drama

6+•Dec 18, 1991•China, Hong Kong +1•2h 5m

Director: Zhang Yimou

Budget: 1 000 000 $•Domestic: 2 603 061 $•Foreign: 13 996 939 $

Original 大红灯笼高高挂

Language Chinese

W2TCH 86% Excellent

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 23 wins & 15 nominations total

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Budget:	1 000 000 $
Domestic Box Office (USA):	2 603 061 $
Foreign Box Office:	13 996 939 $
Worldwide Box Office:	16 600 000 $
Profit:	+15 600 000 $
Country:	China, Hong Kong, Taiwan
Age rating:	6+
MPAA rating:	PG
W2TCH Rating:	86% Excellent
Length:	2 h 5 min

Alternative title:	大红灯笼高高挂
Release year:	1991
Language:	Chinese
Awards:	🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 23 wins & 15 nominations total
Director:	Zhang Yimou
Type:	Movie