by Iotis Erlewine
synopsis
In this feminist drama, Guihua tries to find an outlet for her sexual frustrations after her impotent innkeeper husband dies. The second story takes place during the Qing dynasty when the 18-year-old widow Qingyu decides she will give up the pleasures of the world and read from books of prayer.
characteristics
- Women's-Liberation
- Women's-issues
- Tradition
