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Farewell My Concubine 1993
This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.
I blame Confucius for everything AND for all the horrible takes on this masterpiece.
To those criticizing the extended scenes of abuse at the beginning of the film: yes, it’s horrible, but it’s also necessary to show Confucianism’s impact on Dieyi and Xiaolou’s stalwart respect for their master. Even when successful, the duo is still quick to sink to their knees in his presence. It makes Dieyi’s son’s betrayal all the more harrowing—it’s a stark reminder of how every pillar…
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