The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty
大辽太后
Synopsis
A historical biographical film focuses on the political career of the Khitan politician Xiao Yanyan (Empress Dowager Xiao), narrating her journey from entering the palace at age 16 to assist Emperor Jingzong of Liao in handling state affairs, to continuing to consolidate power and implement reforms after Emperor Shengzong of Liao succeeded to the throne. The plot covers events such as political marriages, appointing Han Derang to control military power, and quelling clan rebellions, showcasing the historical facts of how she promoted the economic development and ethnic integration of the Liao dynasty through military and political measures.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lijia Huang, Dezhang Bai
- Original Title
- 大辽太后
- Country of Origin
- China
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- 辽宁电影制片厂
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lijia Huang, Dezhang Bai
Department Leadership Roster
Lijia Huang
Director
Dezhang Bai
Director
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What is The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty about?
A historical biographical film focuses on the political career of the Khitan politician Xiao Yanyan (Empress Dowager Xiao), narrating her journey from entering the palace at age 16 to assist Emperor Jingzong of Liao in handling state affairs, to continuing to consolidate power and implement reforms after Emperor Shengzong of Liao succeeded to the throne. The plot covers events such as political marriages, appointing Han Derang to control military power, and quelling clan rebellions, showcasing the historical facts of how she promoted the economic development and ethnic integration of the Liao dynasty through military and political measures.
Who directed The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty?
The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty was directed by Lijia Huang, Dezhang Bai.
Who stars in The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty?
The principal cast of The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty includes 慕青, Yang Fan, Wang Zhihua, Gao Changli, Dezhang Bai.
When was The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty released and how long is it?
The Empress Dowager of the Liao Dynasty was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.