Forbidden City: The Great Within

Name: Forbidden City: The Great Within
Genre: Documentary
Duration: 50 min
Rating: 82
Cast: Rod Steiger

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StarringRod Steiger

WriterMay Holdsworth

NR 50 minDocumentary

Plot

Amidst the grand walls of the Forbidden City, the film takes us on a deep journey through the ceremonial life of the Chinese emperor, unveiling the secrets and intrigues of concubines, eunuchs, and palace maids. As the West begins to influence China in the late 19th century, the dynamics within the city shift dramatically. The film highlights the preservation and restoration of invaluable treasures and paintings, culminating in the creation of the Palace Museum. With insights from renowned China scholar, Jonathan Spence, this is an intimate exploration of the rich cultural and historical tapestry that makes up the heart of ancient China.

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