Rotten
In many ways, this is the East Asian equivalent of the old Europudding productions, where international players have created something that's more cacaphonous than melodious.
Robert Koehler, Variety
Pavilion of Women
United by passion. Divided by power.
2001 · 1h 56m · R
Drama, Romance, War
Directed by
Yim Ho
Overview
With World War II looming, a prominent family in China must confront the contrasting ideas of traditionalism, communism and Western thinking, while dealing with the most important ideal of all: love and its meaning in society.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
6%
Tomatometer
Rotten
The backdrop of exotic pagodas and wartime woe isn't nearly potent enough to buoy the feeble drama that plays out in the foreground.
Kevin Maynard, Mr. Showbiz
Rotten
Despite solid performances and handsome production values, the picture ultimately feels like secondhand goods that have been refurbished for North American consumption.
Michael Rechtshaffen, Hollywood Reporter
Rotten
An instant antique.
Mark Jenkins, Washington Post
Rotten
Suggests a sudsy version of The King and I without forceful personalities or fancy production numbers.
Rita Kempley, Washington Post
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