Temptation of a Monk (1993)
Original title: 誘僧
Temptation of a Monk is a 1993 Chinese-language drama movie directed by Clara Law, with a running time of 1h 58m. It stars Wu Hsing-Guo, Joan Chen and Michael Lee Ming-Yeung.
Near the beginning of the Tang dynasty, in 7th century China, General Shi Yan-sheng is tricked into leaving the crown prince unguarded. The crown prince is murdered by one of his brothers who then becomes emperor. Shi retreats to a monastery, perhaps to hide, perhaps to plan a coup. When his loyal troops as well as the princess he desires are slain, he seeks refuge in a remote, abandoned monastery where an aged abbot schools him with practical, earthy teachings. The emperor's forces pursue Shi: first a woman, then a general seek to overpower him with lust and might. Over the course of the film, the reds of battle give way to blues of meditation.
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What is Temptation of a Monk about?
Near the beginning of the Tang dynasty, in 7th century China, General Shi Yan-sheng is tricked into leaving the crown prince unguarded. The crown prince is murdered by one of his brothers who then becomes emperor. Shi retreats to a monastery, perhaps to hide, perhaps to plan a coup. When his loyal troops as well as the princess he desires are slain, he seeks refuge in a remote, abandoned monastery where an aged abbot schools him with practical, earthy teachings. The emperor's forces pursue Shi: first a woman, then a general seek to overpower him with lust and might. Over the course of the film, the reds of battle give way to blues of meditation.
When was Temptation of a Monk released?
Temptation of a Monk was released on 13 October 1993.
How long is Temptation of a Monk?
Temptation of a Monk runs 1h 58m.
Who made Temptation of a Monk?
Temptation of a Monk was directed by Clara Law.