Snow Flower and the Secret Fan (2011)
A story set in 19th century China and centered on the lifelong friendship between two girls who develop their own secret code as a way to contend with the rigid cultural norms imposed on women.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Wayne Wang, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Li Bingbing, Gianna Jun, Hugh Jackman, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Li Bingbing
as Lily / Nina
Gianna Jun
as Snow Flower / Sophia
Hugh Jackman
as Arthur
Vivian Wu
as Sophia's Aunt
Jiang Wu
as Butcher
Russell Wong
as China Everbright Bank CEO
Coco Chiang Yi
as Anna
Fang Zhoubo
as Mr. Liao
Cao Shiping
as Mr. Wei
Zhang Ruijia
as Mrs Wei
Sun Feihu
as Master Lu
Lü Zhong
as Lady LuCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 104 min |
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