The Purple Shell
紫貝殼
Synopsis
Hui Pui-ching, a gentle and fragile woman, endures relentless abuse from her violent husband Fan Pak-nan. By chance, she meets Ha Mon-hin, a cultured and compassionate businessman trapped in his own loveless marriage. Drawn together by loneliness and understanding, their relationship unfolds quietly along seaside walks, where a simple purple shell becomes a symbol of tenderness and fragile hope. As suspicion, jealousy, and blackmail close in, their impossible love spirals toward devastating consequences.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pan Lei
- Screenplay & Story
- Pan Lei
- Original Score
- Lo Ming-Tao
- Original Title
- 紫貝殼
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pan Lei
Pan Lei, Chiung Yao
Lo Ming-Tao
Hung Ching-Yun
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Run Run Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Pan Lei
Director
Run Run Shaw
Producer
Hung Ching-Yun
Director of Photography
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Editor
Lo Ming-Tao
Original Music Composer
Pan Lei
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Purple Shell
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Purple Shell about?
Hui Pui-ching, a gentle and fragile woman, endures relentless abuse from her violent husband Fan Pak-nan. By chance, she meets Ha Mon-hin, a cultured and compassionate businessman trapped in his own loveless marriage. Drawn together by loneliness and understanding, their relationship unfolds quietly along seaside walks, where a simple purple shell becomes a symbol of tenderness and fragile hope. As suspicion, jealousy, and blackmail close in, their impossible love spirals toward devastating consequences.
Who directed The Purple Shell?
The Purple Shell was directed by Pan Lei.
Who stars in The Purple Shell?
The principal cast of The Purple Shell includes Chiang Feng, Ling Yun, Ou Wei, Wen Ling, Lui Ming.
When was The Purple Shell released and how long is it?
The Purple Shell was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Purple Shell?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Purple Shell was composed by Lo Ming-Tao.
Is The Purple Shell based on a book or true story?
The Purple Shell is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Chiung Yao".