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The Soong Sisters

The Soong Sisters

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 1, 1997

Runtime

2h 25m

Genres

Drama, History, Romance

User Score

67%

Original Title

宋家皇朝

Production Companies

Fuji Television Network, GH Pictures, More Team International Limited Productions, Pony Canyon, Orange Sky Golden Harvest

Director

Mabel Cheung

Description

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.