Temptation of a Monk (1993): Cast
Temptation of a Monk is a 1993 romantic drama directed by Clara Law, starring Joan Chen as Princess Hong-e - Scarlet / Qing-shou - Violet, Lisa Lu and Teddy Robin. It runs 1 hour 58 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 58m (118 min)
- Director
- Clara Law
- Original language
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Chinese - Studio
- Long Shong International
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Temptation of a Monk About?
The premise of Temptation of a Monk without spoilers.
In early Tang China, General Shi Yan‑sheng is tricked into leaving the crown prince unguarded; the prince is slain by a brother who seizes the throne. Shi hides in a remote monastery where an aged abbot teaches him practical lessons. Pursued by the emperor’s forces—a seductive woman and a ruthless general—Shi’s path shifts from battle to meditation.
Temptation of a Monk Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- monastery
- general
- princess
- seduction
- buddhist nun
- warrior turns monk
- loss
- crisis of conscience
- teacher student relationship
- spirituality
- buddhist monk
- buddhist monastery
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- temptation
- ancient china
- buddhism
- 7th century
- love
- revenge
- self discovery
- emperor
- brother brother relationship
- heir
- mother son relationship
- mountain
- temple
- violence
- assassination attempt
- brother murders brother
- period piece
- female rear nudity
- female topless nudity
- 7th century china
- chinese historical setting
- actor playing dual role
- actress playing dual role
- crown prince
- tang dynasty
- china
- f rated
- sex scene
- title directed by female
- mistaken identity
- transient
- suicide of mother
- loss of loved one
- loss of friend
- deception
- death of loved one
- buddhist child monk
- ambush
Temptation of a Monk Cast & Characters
Joan Chen leads the cast as Princess Hong-e - Scarlet / Qing-shou - Violet, with Lisa Lu as Shi's Mother and Teddy Robin as Soldier. Directed by Clara Law; 6 actors are credited in all.
- Director Clara Law
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Joan Chen as Princess Hong-e - Scarlet / Qing-shou - Violet -
Lisa Lu as Shi's Mother - Teddy Robin as Soldier
- Zhang Fengyi as General Huo Da
Also Starring in Temptation of a Monk
· 2 more- Michael Lee The Abbot
- Wu Hsing-Guo General Shi Yan-sheng / Jing-yi
Temptation of a Monk Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “You Seng” and “诱僧”.
- Also known as
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- You Seng
- 诱僧
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Movies Like Temptation of a Monk
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty, Temptress Moon and The Banquet.
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An Amorous Woman of Tang Dynasty 1984 -
Temptress Moon 1996 -
The Banquet 2006 -
Shaolin Temple 1982 -
The Iron-Fisted Monk 1977 -
The Monk 1990 -
Clans of Intrigue 1977 -
Shaolin Temple Strikes Back 1981 -
Shaolin Master and the Kid 1978 -
Intimate Confessions of a Chinese Courtesan 1972 -
The Bitter Tea of General Yen 1932 -
Raining in the Mountain 1979
Temptation of a Monk FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Temptation of a Monk, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Temptation of a Monk?
Temptation of a Monk runs 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).
When was Temptation of a Monk released?
Temptation of a Monk was released on September 15, 1993.
Who directed Temptation of a Monk?
Temptation of a Monk was directed by Clara Law.
More films by Clara Law Who is in the cast of Temptation of a Monk?
Temptation of a Monk stars Joan Chen as Princess Hong-e - Scarlet / Qing-shou - Violet, Lisa Lu as Shi's Mother and Teddy Robin as Soldier, among 6 credited actors.
Does Temptation of a Monk have a post-credit scene?
No. Temptation of a Monk has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Temptation of a Monk in?
The original language of Temptation of a Monk is Chinese.
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