Question 1

Why was Jackie Chan originally offered a role in Farewell My Concubine?

Accepted Answer

Jackie Chan was offered the role of Duan Xiaolou due to his childhood experience training in Peking Opera, but he turned it down fearing the film's themes might tarnish his image.

Question 2

Which major film festival first awarded Farewell My Concubine the Palme d'Or?

Accepted Answer

It was the first film from the People's Republic of China to win the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival in 1993.

Question 3

What challenge did Leslie Cheung face with his voice in the film?

Accepted Answer

Leslie Cheung could hardly speak Mandarin or a Beijing accent, so his voice was dubbed by native Beijing actor Yang Lixin, who went uncredited.

Question 4

What historical distinction does Leslie Cheung hold for his role in this film?

Accepted Answer

Leslie Cheung was the first Hong Kong star to act in a mainland China film.

Question 5

How did political factors affect the release of Farewell My Concubine?

Accepted Answer

Originally banned in China, it was released due to outside pressure, received international acclaim, and was later censored.

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