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Based on the Tang dynasty's "The Tale of Li Wa (Li Wa Zhuan)," this film follows the romance between Zheng Yuanhe, son of the Changzhou provincial governor, and Li Yaxian, a renowned courtesan. Billed as "Authentic Taiwanese Opera," this production marks the first color Taiwanese opera film. Yang Li-hua leads the TTV Taiwanese Opera Troupe in a spectacular cast.
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ZH

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