Peking Opera Blues (1986) LE Slipcover Arrow UK - 4K UHD

Having already proven himself a master of dynamic action with Zu Warriors from the Magic Mountain, legendary director Tsui Hark brought comedy and bold visual style together to spectacular effect with 1986’s Peking Opera Blues.

Beijing, 1913. During a period of political uncertainty, three women’s lives intersect at a local Peking Opera house. Drawn together by circumstance, they become involved in a daring effort to influence the direction of the nation’s leadership. With the help of unexpected allies, they must rely on their intelligence and determination as events unfold around them.

Showcasing Tsui Hark’s flair for visual spectacle and featuring captivating performances from Brigitte Lin, Sally Yeh and Cherie Chung in the leading roles, Peking Opera Blues is an energetic and stylish adventure presented here in a stunning 4K restoration and packed with extras.

Product Features

4K ULTRA HD LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS

4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible)
Original lossless Cantonese mono audio
Optional lossless English mono audio
Optional English subtitles for the Cantonese audio and hard of hearing subtitles for the English audio

Brand new audio commentary by film critic James Mudge
An Opus for Peking: Starring in a Tsui Hark Classic – brand new interview with actor Mark Cheng
An Operatic Achievement – brand new interview with cinematographer Ray Wong
Hong Kong Confidential: Inside Peking Opera Blues – brand new interview with author and Hong Kong cinema expert Grady Hendrix
Peking Provocations – brand new interview with film critic David West
Peking History Blues – brand new interview with historian and academic Dr Lars Laamann
Archival interview with star Sally Yeh
Archival interview with composer James Wong
Original theatrical trailer
Image gallery
Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Xinmei Liu
Collectors' booklet featuring new writing on the film by critic Camille Zaurin and Professor Jamie Zhao

Run Time: 105 mins
Director: Tsui Hark
Certificate: 18
Actors: Brigitte Lin, Sally Yeh, Cherie Chung
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Subtitle Languages: English SDH
Theatrical Release Year: 1986
Main Language: Cantonese / English
Number of Discs: 1
Region: Free
Brand: Arrow Films