The Soong Sisters (1997)

05/01/1997 (CN) • 2h 25m

Drama, History, Romance

One loved money. One loved power. And one loved China.

Overview

The Soong family was a political dynasty in China that reached the highest levels of power. This film follows the lives of the three Soong daughters, who were educated in America and returned to China. Ai-ling married a wealthy and powerful businessman. Ching-ling married Sun Yat-sen, the revolutionary founder of modern China. Mei-ling married Chiang Kai-shek, China's leader during World War II. The sisters captured the world's fascination for their brilliant marriages and their strong influence on their nation.

Top Billed Cast

Maggie Cheung

Soong Ching Ling / Madam Sun

Michelle Yeoh

Soong Ai Ling / Madam Kung

Vivian Wu

Soong Mei Ling / Madam Chiang

Winston Chao

Sun Yat Sen

Niu Zhen-Hua

H.H. Kung

Jiang Wen

Charlie Soong

Wu Hsing-Guo

Chiang Kai Shek

Liu Jin

Zhang Xue Liang


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

sun yat-sen

beijing, china

woman director

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