Film Name:慈禧秘密生活 / 暗宫 / Lover of the Last Empress
《Lover of the Last Empress》 is a historical drama that explores the life of Cixi. The entire story is closely centered on Cixi’s life experiences and dynastic struggles, demonstrating the complexity of society in the late Qing Dynasty. With Cixi as the centerpiece, the film delicately depicts her transformation from an innocent woman to an ambitious, power-hungry ruler. Through the dissection of human nature, the movie reveals the cruelty and sadness of the feudal imperial system.
First of all, the movie portrays Cixi in a very three-dimensional way, with both her decisive and power tactics and her delicate feelings, strength and courage. Especially as the plot advances, the audience can see her gradually develop her talent for strategizing from an ignorant woman, and eventually become the actual ruler of the Qing Dynasty. The depth of this portrayal makes her a vivid character in the long history.
Secondly, the political struggle scenes in the movie are handled with ease and full of tension. to Cixi’s struggles with vulnerable emperors and ministers, showing the complex power struggle in the late Qing Dynasty. Similarly, for Cixi and Yi? s in-depth depiction shows the dark side of the feudal imperial system. All these vividly reflect the reality of history.
Last but not least, the movie is also very outstanding in terms of visual effects, with exquisite images and vivid and realistic characters. In particular, the movie’s portrayal of Cixi’s character layers is impressive and unique.
Overall, 《Lover of the Last Empress》 is an in-depth historical film that gives us a deeper understanding of Cixi’s journey and the changing circumstances of the late Qing Dynasty, and is worth watching and exploring over and over again.
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