Is Curse of the Golden Flower true story?
The plot is based on Cao Yu’s 1934 play Thunderstorm (雷雨 pinyin: Léiyǔ), but is set in the Imperial court in ancient China….
| Curse of the Golden Flower | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Zhang Yimou |
| Written by | Zhang Yimou |
| Based on | Thunderstorm by Cao Yu (play) and Shakespeare’s Hamlet |
| Produced by | William Kong Zhang Weiping Zhang Yimou |
Why is it called the Chrysanthemum Throne?
The Imperial family was fascinated by the flower, so much so that they used it on their official seal and even on their throne. Since that time, the term “chrysanthemum throne” refers both to the actual throne as well as the emperor himself. Thus, the chrysanthemum became a symbol of the emperor and imperial family.
What is Curse of the Golden Flower about?
In 928 A.D. a power struggle emerges in the palace of China’s emperor (Chow Yun-Fat). A cruel man, he is secretly having his wife (Gong Li) poisoned with a substance that will eventually drive her insane. Meanwhile the empress is having an affair with Prince Wan (Ye Liu), her husband’s son from a previous marriage. But the prince secretly wishes to run away with Chan (Li Man), the daughter of the imperial doctor.
Curse of the Golden Flower/Film synopsis
What flower is gold?
Marigolds. Marigolds (Tagetes) produce a variety of gold-hued flowers. The “antiguas” cultivars display blossoms in a variety of hues including a saturated gold, oranges and yellows. “Crush” in the color “papaya” is another variety, which exhibits vivid gold flowers.
What flower has 16 petals?
Chrysanthemum Cultural Significance In Japan, the official seal for the Imperial family is a chrysanthemum with 16 petals and is used for official government documents. In the military, the Supreme Order of the Chrysanthemum is the most prestigious honor that can be awarded by the Emperor.
Are there real black flowers?
In reality there are no truly black flowers – most are very dark shades of purple or red. They symbolise power, mystery, elegance, farewell and goodbye. Often the romantic message of black flowers is a negative one, so these should probably be saved for break-ups.