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Ju Dou is a 1990 Mandarin drama directed by Zhang Yimou and Yang Fengliang, based on Liu Heng’s novel. The story centers on Ju Dou, a young woman married to an elderly man, Jinshan, and explores themes of tragic love within a specific cultural context. It was the first Chinese film nominated for an Academy Award.

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Ju Dou is a 1990 Mandarin drama directed by Zhang Yimou and Yang Fengliang, based on Liu Heng’s novel. The story centers on Ju Dou, a young woman married to an elderly man, Jinshan, and explores themes of tragic love within a specific cultural context. It was the first Chinese film nominated for an Academy Award.

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Ju Dou scores 8.26/10 (Excellent) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Romance Movie category.
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