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The story follows Ryuichiro Okagawa (Tony Leung), a Japanese writer visiting China, who falls in love with Jin Hua (Yasuko Tomita), a young woman from a devoutly Christian family. The narrative takes a dark turn when Jin Hua’s parents sell her into prostitution to save their farmland.

Directed by Tony Au and based on a short story by the renowned Japanese author Akutagawa Ryunosuke , the film is set in Nanjing during the winter of 1900. It explores a tragic romance that blends themes of religious devotion, sacrifice, and the decay of human connection. Key Details Tony Au Ting-Ping. Stars: Tony Leung Ka-fai and Yasuko Tomita .

Yasuko Tomita won Best Actress at the 1995 Tokyo International Film Festival for her performance as Jin Hua.

Composed by Shigeru Umebayashi, known for his work on In the Mood for Love . Plot and Themes

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