M. Butterfly
R
6.7
1993
1 hr 41 min
Drama
, Romance
In 1960s China, French diplomat Rene Gallimard falls in love with an opera singer, Song Liling – but Song is not at all who Gallimard thinks.
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- Cast：
- Jeremy Irons , John Lone , Barbara Sukowa , Ian Richardson , Annabel Leventon , Shizuko Hoshi , Richard McMillan
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i must have seen a different film!!
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It's not great by any means, but it's a pretty good movie that didn't leave me filled with regret for investing time in it.
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It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.
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Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.
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