The Glamorous Boys of Tang

The Glamorous Boys of Tang

1985 · 103 min · ★ 6.0 · Fantasy, Adventure, History, Drama

A surreal uninhibited adventure between two boys, their mysterious love interest and two Japanese monks in the Tang dynasty. Feature debut by the acclaimed scriptwriter Chiu Kang-Chien.

Directed by Chiu Kang-Chien · Written by Chiu Kang-Chien

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