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The Soong Sisters
“One loved money. One loved power. And one loved China.”
6.6 / 10• 1997• 2h 25m•NR• cn
DramaHistoryRomance
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Maggie Cheung
Soong Ching Ling / Madam Sun
Lead
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
Elaine Jin Yan-Ling
Madam Soong
Jiang Wen
Charlie Soong
Wu Hsing-Guo
Chiang Kai Shek
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Mabel Cheung Yuen-Ting's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Soong Sisters is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
